Master English Tenses: A 48-Question Quiz with a Free PDF Worksheet

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Neem Baba - Poorvi Class 6 NCERT English Completely Solved

This blog is made to help class 6 students understand the chapter "Neem Baba" from the English textbook "Poorvi." Here, students will find easy solutions for Word Meaning, Questions and Answers, Grammar, Writing, Vocabulary, and Speaking exercises. Each part is written simply to make learning fun and clear.

• Word Meaning
• Let us discuss (part 1)
• Let us discuss (part 2)
• Let us think and reflect
• Let us learn
• Let us listen
• Let us speak
• Let us write
• Let us explore

Word Meaning

Word/Phrase	Meaning (English)	Meaning (Hindi - आसान हिंदी)
Thought provoking	Interesting	सोचने पर मजबूर करने वाला
Grace	Blessing	आशीर्वाद
Twigs	Small thin branches	छोटी पतली डंडी
Measles	Disease with fever and red spots on skin	खसरा (बुखार और लाल धब्बे वाली बीमारी)
Itching	Feeling the need to scratch	खुजली होना
Breed	Grow	पैदा होना
Locusts	Flying insects that damage crops	टिड्डियाँ (फसलों को नुकसान पहुंचाने वाले कीड़े)
Termites	Insects that damage wood and buildings	दीमक (लकड़ी को नुकसान पहुँचाने कीट)
Stagnant	Not flowing	जमा हुआ, रुका हुआ पानी
Cost-effective	Good outcome in least amount of resources	कम खर्च में अच्छा परिणाम
Purifies	Removes harmful particles	शुद्ध करता है, हानिकारक चीजें हटाता है

Let us discuss (part 1)

LET US KNOW OUR NEEM
Common name:	Neem	Given by: Iranians
Period of birth:	Millions of years ago
Born at:	North India or Myanmar
Found in:	Many Asian, African countries and some parts of America
Common names:	Nimb, Nim, Leemba, Nimori, Nimbamond, Nimbe, Nimo
Names given by scientists:	1. Bitter grace of God	2. Nature’s gift to man
Names given by others:	1. Magic tree	2. Cleanliness-parting tree

Let us discuss (part 2)

1. How is neem useful to farmers?

   Neem protects crops from pests, improves soil health, stops mosquito breeding, and reduces the need for chemicals in farming.

2. Mention some of the uses of the neem tree.

   Neem is used in medicine, soaps, toothpaste, protecting grains, cleaning teeth, making furniture, and purifying air.

Let us think and reflect

I. Write any two facts that surprised you the most.

• Neem stops mosquito breeding in stagnant water, helping prevent diseases.
• All parts of the neem tree can be used to make medicines.

II. Complete the following sentences.

1. Amber played in the shade of the neem tree.
2. Neem seed powder protects crops from locusts and termites.
3. Using neem seed powder in stagnant water is a cost-effective method to stop mosquitoes from breeding.
4. Doctors advise using neem leaves for measles because they destroy germs and reduce itching.

III. Which parts of the neem tree are used to make medicines?

Leaves, bark, flowers, fruits, seeds, and roots of the neem tree are used to make medicines.

IV. Why is the story of neem tree thought-provoking?

The story is thought-provoking because neem’s many names show its importance and usefulness across cultures and history.

Let us learn

I. Study these words from the text.
Put the compound words given above in their trees.

Open compound words

well known

neem oil

well trained

seed powder

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You may add: post office, high school

Closed compound words

something

grandmother

childhood

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You may add: bedroom, sunlight

Hyphenated compound words

cleanliness-parting

thought-provoking

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You may add: mother-in-law, brother-in-law

These words are known as compound words. There are three types of compound words:

• Open compound words: spaces between the words.
• Closed compound words: no spaces between the words.
• Hyphenated compound words: hyphens between the words.

II. Words that tell us what a person is doing are called verbs.
Match the words and make one sentence for any form of the verb.

Present	Past	Answer	Sentence
1. become	(iv) became	1 - (iv)	I want to become a teacher when I grow up.
2. find	(v) found	2 - (v)	She found her book under the table.
3. make	(i) made	3 - (i)	He made a paper boat.
4. discover	(vi) discovered	4 - (vi)	They discovered a new island.
5. tell	(iii) told	5 - (iii)	Mother told me a story.
6. give	(ii) gave	6 - (ii)	He gave me a gift.

III. Personification

Amber speaks to Neem Baba as if speaking to a person. This is called personification.

Some more examples:

• The leaves whispered in the wind.
• The flowers danced merrily in the breeze.

Let us listen

You will now listen to a boy speaking to his mother. As you listen, select the correct statements.

1. The mother was surprised to know that Peepal Baba had planted trees all over the country. ✔
2. The mother disliked the work being done by Peepal Baba.
3. The mother wanted to know more about Peepal Baba. ✔
4. The boy decided to take care of trees by listening to Peepal Baba’s journey. ✔
5. The boy was worried about what his teacher had told him.

PEEPAL BABA

Rahul: Maa, have you heard about Peepal Baba? Our teacher told us about him today.
Mother: I have not heard about him. Who is he and what does he do?
Rahul: He plants trees along with his team. He also started a movement to plant and save trees.
Mother: That’s wonderful. Where did he get this idea from?
Rahul: When he was studying in a school in Pune, his English teacher gave him the idea to plant trees. He was just 11 years old.
Mother: How did he plant so many trees all over the country as a child?
Rahul: He was born to an army officer’s family in Chandigarh and whenever they moved to a new city, he planted more trees.
Mother: But how did he come to be known as Peepal Baba?
Rahul: He used to plant Peepal and Neem trees as they have many uses for us and told others to do so. In the beginning, people made fun of him by calling him Peepal Baba but he was not bothered and continued to do his work. Now everyone calls him by that name lovingly.
Mother: He is really doing great work. We should learn from him and plant more trees.
Rahul: Yes, Maa. We must tell others to do the same.

Let us speak

Collect dry leaves of four different trees or plants around you.

1. Make one card for each leaf. On the top of the card, draw the shape of the leaf by looking at the dry leaf and color it.
2. Inside the card, write the name of the tree or plant the leaf is from and one of its uses.
3. Speak about the whole process of making the card in front of the class.
4. Ask your classmates to identify the leaf and tell one of its uses.
5. After they answer, open the card and share what you have written.

Sample conversation for speaking activity:

Student 1: Today, I collected a dry neem leaf. I drew its shape and colored it on my card.
Inside the card, I wrote "Neem tree" and that neem leaves are used to protect grains from insects.
Now, can you guess which leaf this is and tell me one use of it?

Classmate: This is a neem leaf. Its leaves help protect stored grains from insects.
Student 1: That’s correct! Neem leaves also have medicinal uses.

Student 2: I collected a mango leaf and made a card like this. Mango leaves are used for decoration during festivals.
Can you tell me what leaf this is?

Classmate: This is a mango leaf. It is used to decorate houses during celebrations.
Student 2: Yes, exactly!

This way, you can talk about other leaves and their uses in your class.

Let us write

Title: The Big Banyan Tree in Our Park

There is a big banyan tree in the park near my house. It has a thick trunk with many branches reaching out wide. Its green leaves are dense and make a cool shade. I like this tree because it gives shelter to birds and squirrels, and people sit under it to rest on hot days. The banyan tree also looks very beautiful, spreading like a big umbrella. I enjoy visiting it because it feels peaceful and fresh under its shade.

Let us explore

When people from Persia came to India and saw that a common tree of their country was freely growing here, they started calling the tree Azad Darakhte Hindi. So, the scientific name of Neem in Latin became Azadirachta indica.

Neem has different names in the Indian languages. Discuss with your teacher and find out which Indian languages these names belong to.

Name	Nimb	Nim	Leemba	Nimori	Nimbamond	Nimbe	Nimo
Indian	Hindi	Urdu/Bengali	Tamil	Gujarati	Marathi	Kannada	Konkani

50 Practice Questions of Modals in English Grammar with Answers

Mastering modal verbs like can, should, must, and might is essential for speaking and writing English fluently. They help us express ability, permission, obligation, and possibility.

In this guide, we'll quickly review the most important modals and their uses. Then, test your knowledge with 50 practice questions specifically designed for CBSE Class 9 and 10 students. Let's get started!

All Modals with Definition and Examples

Can

Definition: Expresses ability, capability, permission, or possibility.

Example: I can swim. Can I borrow your pen?

Could

Definition: Expresses past ability, permission, or possibility.

Example: I could swim when I was younger. Could I use your phone?

May

Definition: Expresses permission, possibility, or uncertainty.

Example: May I go to the restroom? It may rain later.

Might

Definition: Expresses possibility or uncertainty.

Example: She might come to the party. It might be a good idea to call ahead.

Must

Definition: Expresses obligation, necessity, or strong probability.

Example: You must follow the rules. It must be cold outside.

Shall

Definition: Expresses suggestions, offers, or future actions.

Example: Shall we go for a walk? I shall do my best to help you.

Should

Definition: Expresses advice, recommendations, or expectations.

Example: You should study for the exam. It should be a great movie.

Will

Definition: Expresses future actions, predictions, or willingness.

Example: I will meet you at the cafe. It will rain tomorrow.

Would

Definition: Expresses past habits, polite requests, or hypothetical situations.

Example: He would always take a walk after dinner. Would you like some tea?

Ought to

Definition: Expresses moral obligation, strong recommendation, or expectation.

Example: You ought to apologize. He ought to be here by now.

Need to

Definition: Expresses necessity or obligation.

Example: You need to finish your homework. I need to buy groceries.

Have to

Definition: Expresses necessity or obligation.

Example: I have to go to work. They have to clean their room.

Let Us Practice

Fill in the blanks with appropriate modals. (Answer key given below)

1. She _______ be at home. She left her keys on the table.
2. We _______ go to the party if we finish our work early.
3. You _______ try the new restaurant downtown. The food is delicious.
4. He _______ swim when he was just three years old.
5. I'm not sure if I _______ come to the meeting tomorrow. I have a conflicting appointment.
6. They _______ have studied harder for the exam. They didn't do well.
7. _______ I borrow your pen? I forgot mine at home.
8. We _______ take a taxi. It's raining heavily outside.
9. He _______ have passed the driving test. He practiced a lot.
10. She _______ have left the door unlocked. That's why the house got robbed.
11. You _______ read that book. It's a classic.
12. They _______ stay up late. They have an early morning tomorrow.
13. He _______ come to the party. He wasn't invited.
14. _______ I help you with your luggage?
15. We _______ go to the gym more often. We need to stay fit.
16. I _______ finish this report by tomorrow. It's urgent.
17. They _______ go on vacation next week. Their flights are booked.
18. You _______ eat all the cake by yourself. Share it with others.
19. She _______ be tired. She worked overtime today.
20. He _______ speak French fluently. He studied it for many years.
21. We _______ be careful while crossing the road. It's busy.
22. You _______ ask for permission before using my computer.
23. They _______ play soccer every weekend. It's their favorite sport.
24. _______ I have a glass of water, please?
25. He _______ start saving money for his future.
26. She _______ attend the meeting. She has a prior engagement.
27. We _______ take the bus or walk to the park. It's just a few blocks away.
28. They _______ go to the movies tonight. They have other plans.
29. You _______ bring an umbrella. It might rain later.
30. He _______ have called to inform about the change in plans.
31. She _______ lend you her car if you promise to drive carefully.
32. _______ I have another piece of cake? It's delicious.
33. They _______ visit their grandparents over the weekend. They miss them.
34. We _______ be more mindful of our environment. Reduce, reuse, and recycle.
35. You _______ take a break. You've been working hard all day.
36. He _______ ask for help if he doesn't understand the assignment.
37. She _______ go to the doctor. Her cough has been persistent.
38. They _______ arrive on time for the concert. The tickets are non-refundable.
39. _______ I have a look at your notes? I missed the class yesterday.
40. We _______ buy a new car. Ours keeps breaking down.
41. He _______ stay focused during the exam. It's important.
42. You _______ learn to play the guitar if you practice regularly.
43. They _______ join the club if they meet the membership requirements.
44. _______ I open the window? It's stuffy in here.
45. She _______ take up dancing. It's a great way to stay active.
46. We _______ study harder for the next test. We didn't do well.
47. You _______ ask for directions. We're lost.
48. He _______ apologize for his rude behavior. It was uncalled for.
49. _______ I have a piece of advice? I think it might help.
50. They _______ visit the art museum. It's known for its impressive collection.

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1. must

2. can

3. should

4. could

5. will

6. should

7. May

8. should

9. must

10. should

11. should

12. shouldn't

13. shouldn't

14. Can

15. should

16. must

17. will

18. shouldn't

19. must

20. can

21. should

22. should

23. should

24. May

25. should

26. can't

27. can

28. won't

29. should

30. should

31. will

32. May

33. will

34. should

35. should

36. should

37. should

38. must

39. May

40. should

41. should

42. can

43. can

44. May

45. should

46. should

47. should / ought to

48. must / should

49. May / Can

50. should / could

Please note that in some cases, more than one modal verb can be used, depending on the intended meaning.

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Modal Verbs Practice Worksheet

Name: ___________________ Date: ___________________

Instructions: Fill in each blank with a suitable modal verb from the list.

1. She _______ be at home. She left her keys on the table.
2. We _______ go to the party if we finish our work early.
3. You _______ try the new restaurant downtown. The food is delicious.
4. He _______ swim when he was just three years old.
5. I'm not sure if I _______ come to the meeting tomorrow. I have a conflicting appointment.
6. They _______ have studied harder for the exam. They didn’t do well.
7. _______ I borrow your pen? I forgot mine at home.
8. We _______ take a taxi. It’s raining heavily outside.
9. He _______ have passed the driving test. He practiced a lot.
10. She _______ have left the door unlocked. That’s why the house got robbed.
11. You _______ read that book. It’s a classic.
12. They _______ stay up late. They have an early morning tomorrow.
13. He _______ come to the party. He wasn’t invited.
14. _______ I help you with your luggage?
15. We _______ go to the gym more often. We need to stay fit.
16. I _______ finish this report by tomorrow. It’s urgent.
17. They _______ go on vacation next week. Their flights are booked.
18. You _______ eat all the cake by yourself. Share it with others.
19. She _______ be tired. She worked overtime today.
20. He _______ speak French fluently. He studied it for many years.
21. We _______ be careful while crossing the road. It’s busy.
22. You _______ ask for permission before using my computer.
23. They _______ play soccer every weekend. It’s their favorite sport.
24. _______ I have a glass of water, please?
25. He _______ start saving money for his future.
26. She _______ attend the meeting. She has a prior engagement.
27. We _______ take the bus or walk to the park. It’s just a few blocks away.
28. They _______ go to the movies tonight. They have other plans.
29. You _______ bring an umbrella. It might rain later.
30. He _______ have called to inform about the change in plans.
31. She _______ lend you her car if you promise to drive carefully.
32. _______ I have another piece of cake? It’s delicious.
33. They _______ visit their grandparents over the weekend. They miss them.
34. We _______ be more mindful of our environment. Reduce, reuse, and recycle.
35. You _______ take a break. You’ve been working hard all day.
36. He _______ ask for help if he doesn’t understand the assignment.
37. She _______ go to the doctor. Her cough has been persistent.
38. They _______ arrive on time for the concert. The tickets are non-refundable.
39. _______ I have a look at your notes? I missed the class yesterday.
40. We _______ buy a new car. Ours keeps breaking down.
41. He _______ stay focused during the exam. It’s important.
42. You _______ learn to play the guitar if you practice regularly.
43. They _______ join the club if they meet the membership requirements.
44. _______ I open the window? It’s stuffy in here.
45. She _______ take up dancing. It’s a great way to stay active.
46. We _______ study harder for the next test. We didn’t do well.
47. You _______ ask for directions. We’re lost.
48. He _______ apologize for his rude behavior. It was uncalled for.
49. _______ I have a piece of advice? I think it might help.
50. They _______ visit the art museum. It’s known for its impressive collection.