Workbook 8 Unit 5 Science Fiction - Completely Solved (New Learning to Communicate)

5 Science Fiction

Grammar in use

A.

Make sentences from these words and phrases. The first one has been done for you.

1. for people/there are/delays/travelling to work/this morning

   There are delays for people travelling to work this morning.

2. gas cylinders/a truck/has overturned/carrying/on M.G. Road

   A truck carrying gas cylinders has overturned on M.G. Road.

3. school buses/carrying/are caught/children/in the traffic

   School buses carrying children are caught in the traffic.

4. an ambulance/has not been able/carrying/a patient/to reach/the hospital

   An ambulance carrying a patient has not been able to reach the hospital.

5. connecting roads/as a result/are also/blocked

   As a result, connecting roads are also blocked.

6. traffic policemen/at the accident spot/working/their best/are doing/to clear/the traffic jam

   Traffic policemen working at the accident spot are doing their best to clear the traffic jam.

B.

Fill in each blank using the correct to + infinitive from those given in the box:
(to catch, to lock, to travel, to go, to risk, to sleep)

1. Before trains appeared, people chose to travel either on foot or in horse-drawn carriages.

2. MR LAL: I want to catch the 6 a.m. train tomorrow.
   MRS LAL: That means getting up at 4.30. You're not very good at getting up early!

3. Did you remember to lock the door?

4. After spending two days arguing about where to spend the holidays, they decided not to go anywhere.

5. We'd better start early. We don't want to risk getting caught in a traffic jam.

6. At the summer camp, we had to sleep in tents that we ourselves pitched.

C.

Make ten sentences from the table using words and phrases from the four tables. One sentence has been made for you.

1. Prabhakar wants to play kabaddi.

2. Linda has agreed to join the agitation.

3. Class 8 students have offered to help the flood victims.

4. The teachers have promised to take special classes.

5. My parents would like to learn Sanskrit.

6. Prabhakar loves to play kabaddi.

7. Linda would like to participate in the quiz.

8. Class 8 students have refused to join the agitation.

9. The teachers have agreed to help the children.

10. My parents have promised to help the flood victims.

Words in action

A.

Complete the passage below using the correct phrasal verbs from this box:
(come back, get back, put back, give back)

Inspector Shah (1) put back the report in the drawer with a grim look on his face. An art gallery wanted him to (2) get back a stolen painting. Obviously the thief wasn't going to (3) give back the painting. The Inspector thought for some time hoping something would (4) come back to him. He suddenly remembered that the owner of an art shop had a number of paintings which he claimed were 'copies'.

B.

Select suitable words from the box and complete the sentences below:
(an eel, an oven, a tomb, a razor, apples, an ox)

1. We couldn't stay in the airless room. It was as hot as an oven.

2. Our gardener is slim but he is as strong as an ox.

3. The great hall was as silent as a tomb.

4. The mechanic is very elusive. He is as slippery as an eel.

5. His intelligence is as sharp as a razor.

6. That child is strong and healthy. His cheeks are as red as apples.

C.

Use some or any in the blanks.

1. I have met some very interesting people in this village.

2. I haven't seen any good film for weeks now.

3. Is there any brown bread in the kitchen?

4. There is some milk in the refrigerator.

5. She has forbidden us from any talking in class.

6. Walk carefully! There is some oil on the floor.

Writing practice

A.

Now answer these questions:

1. In what way is a star like our own sun?

   A star is like our own sun because it is a huge ball of glowing gases.

2. Why are the gases in many stars very thin?

   The gases in many stars are very thin because the particles or atoms of matter in the gas are far apart.

3. What important elements are found in the sun?

   Important elements found in the sun include hydrogen, helium, iron, calcium, and magnesium.

4. Which stars are called 'dead' or 'dark'?

   Very old and cold stars, where the matter may be so closely packed that a cubic inch of it would weigh a ton, are called 'dead' or 'dark' stars.

5. How can astronomers find out what kind of matter a star contains?

   Astronomers can find out by using instruments called 'spectroscopes', which study the light a star gives.

6. What indicates what different chemical elements are present in stars?

   The different colours of the stars—white, blue, yellow or red—indicate what chemical elements are present in them.

B.

Imagine you are the Secretary of the Science Club. Write a notice informing middle-school students about a science quiz that your club is organizing shortly.

The Science Club

NOTICE

29 October 20XX

The Science Club is organizing a Science Quiz for students of classes 6, 7, and 8. The quiz will be held on 7 November 20XX at 2:00 p.m. in the school auditorium.

Interested students may give their names to Mr. Sharma by 3 p.m. on 4 November.

Secretary
(Science Club)

C.

Use the hints given below and write a story.

The Last Laugh

One day, Akbar told Birbal, 'I had a strange dream last night. In my dream, both of us grew wings and flew. After flying for some time, I fell into a tank full of honey, while you fell into a tank of muddy water.'

Birbal smiled and said, 'Your Majesty, I also had a similar dream, but mine had a different ending.'

Akbar, curious, asked, 'What happened in your dream?'

Birbal replied, 'In my dream, we both came out of our tanks. We then had to lick each other clean. So, I was lucky to be licking honey off you, while you, Your Majesty, had to...'

Akbar was left speechless as the court burst into laughter. Birbal, once again, had the last laugh.

Coursebook 7 Unit 5 Games and Sports Page 117

A. Write a paragraph agreeing or disagreeing with Coubertin’s statement:

I agree with Coubertin’s statement that participating is more important than winning. Taking part in the Olympics or any competition teaches us valuable lessons like teamwork, discipline, and perseverance. Winning is great, but the effort and dedication we put into trying our best are what matter the most. Success may not always come, but trying without fear of failure makes us stronger. Losing gracefully is also an important part of life, as it helps us learn and improve.

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B. Biographical description of Sania Mirza:

Sania Mirza is a famous Indian tennis player. She was born on 15 November 1986 in Mumbai. Sania trained under C.K. Bhupathi, the father of Mahesh Bhupathi. She became one of the top tennis players in the world and was ranked No. 1 in doubles. She has won six Grand Slam titles in her career. Sania studied at Nasr School in Hyderabad and now lives in Hyderabad with her family. Her parents are Imran Mirza and Naseema, and she has a sister named Anam. In 2010, she married cricketer Shoaib Malik. Sania has won many awards, including the Arjuna Award, Padma Shri, and Padma Bhushan. She also wrote a book called Ace Against Odds. Today, she is a role model for aspiring athletes.

Coursebook 7 Unit 5 Games and Sports

ANSWER:

1. The butter smells as if it has gone rancid.
2. Please leave the clothes the way they are.
3. The students kept yawning as though they were bored.
4. The children behaved just as we thought they would.
5. I will be grateful if you do as I tell you.

ANSWER:

1. Dr. Vandana Reddy, who is the Chief Administrator, is married and has two children.
2. Dr. Sunil Thomas, who is the Senior Cardiologist, is married and has three children.
3. Dr. Kamini Rao, who is a General Physician, is single.
4. Dr. Amrita Vijayan, who is an ENT Consultant, is single.
5. Dr. Sania Mohammed, who is a Gynaecologist, is married and has one child.
6. Dr. Kashmira Irani, who is a Pathologist, is single.
7. Ms. Meera Shankar, who is the Nursing Superintendent, is married and has one child.
8. Mr. Narotham Sharma, who is the Office Superintendent, is married and has four children.
9. Mr. Kailash Singh, who is an Office Attendant, is married.

ANSWER:

1. Virat Kohli, who is a cricketer, won the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna. (Already given)
2. Mirabai Chanu, who is a weightlifter, also won the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna.
3. Manika Batra, who is a table tennis player, won the Arjuna Award.
4. Neeraj Chopra, who is a javelin thrower, also won the Arjuna Award.
5. Sukhdev Singh Pannu, who is an athletics coach, won the Dronacharya Award.
6. Aishwarya Boddapati, who is a sailor, won the Tenzing Norgay Adventure Award.

ANSWER:

1. Kite-making is a dying trade. (n)
   I trade my water pistol for my brother’s stamp album. (v)

2. I don’t have much time to read novels these days. (n)
   You time your holiday cleverly; the weather is pleasant. (v)

3. He is very fond of sport. (n)
   He always sports a red rose in the buttonhole of his jacket. (v)

4. Don’t go out in the rain. (n)
   The roads are flooded as it rained all night. (v)

5. My friend took part in the 100-metre race. (n)
   The students raced through the revision on the eve of the examination. (v)

B. Use commas and inverted commas where necessary.

ANSWER:

1. "Dinner is served," said the cook.

2. "Oh, please let me go," pleaded Dev as the bully seized him by the collar.

3. "Let’s go home and see the live telecast of the India-Pakistan cricket match," said the boys as they were leaving school.

Writing Practice

A. Write a report on your favourite storybook.

Answer:

Title: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Author: J.K. Rowling

Number of pages: 223

Who published it: Bloomsbury Publishing

The year it was published: 1997

The story or stories you like most: I particularly enjoy the scenes where Harry learns about his magical heritage and experiences his first year at Hogwarts, especially his friendship with Ron and Hermione and his battles with the obstacles leading to the Philosopher’s Stone.

The reason you like it/them: I love this book because it opens up a magical world filled with adventure, friendship, and courage. The way Harry, despite his challenging childhood, finds a place where he belongs and discovers his own abilities is inspiring.

Whether you would recommend the book to your friends: Absolutely! This book is a great escape into a world of magic, and I believe anyone who enjoys adventure and fantasy would love it.

ANSWER:

1. In South Africa, Indians were disliked, unwanted, and frequently insulted.

2. Gandhi went to a hairdressing salon, but the barber refused to cut his hair.

3. One day while Gandhi was travelling by a stagecoach, he was attacked and beaten up by the driver for not giving up his seat to a white passenger.

4. White passengers refused to travel in the same compartment as a brown-skinned Indian.

5. Gandhi decided to stay in South Africa and fight against racial prejudice using his legal knowledge.

ANSWER:

Poster 1: "A tree is lovely like a poem. Admire it."

Trees are not just essential for the environment but are also a source of beauty and inspiration, much like a well-composed poem. They provide shade, fruits, and oxygen, making life on Earth possible. Just as we admire art, it’s crucial to cherish the beauty of nature. Protecting trees ensures ecological balance and keeps our environment green and serene. By planting more trees and preventing deforestation, we nurture our planet and our souls alike.

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Poster 2: "Birds and animals have feelings. Don’t be unkind to them."

Animals and birds are living beings that experience emotions, hunger, and pain, just like humans. Being kind to them reflects our compassion and responsibility as caretakers of nature. Many species today are endangered due to human actions such as habitat destruction and poaching. Treating animals kindly, feeding birds, and protecting wildlife help maintain biodiversity. Respecting their existence ensures a healthier planet for future generations.

ANSWER:

How I Won the ICCW Bravery Award

One afternoon, something very scary happened at my house. My little brother touched a tape recorder with a broken wire, and he got a big electric shock. My mother and aunt tried to help him, but they also got hurt. I was very scared, but then I remembered that plastic does not allow electricity to pass through. So, I quickly pulled the plug from the socket using the plastic part, and all of them were saved. I was so relieved that they were safe.

At that time, I didn't even know what a bravery award was. But later, my uncle wrote about the story in a local newspaper. After some months, I got a letter saying I had won the ICCW Bravery Award! I was very surprised and excited. When I went to Delhi to receive the award, I felt so proud and happy. It was a very special moment for me.

In the future, I want to become a police officer. I want to help people and fight against bad people. I hope to be brave always and make my family and country proud.

ANSWER:

Matching Idiomatic Expressions (Column A) with Meanings (Column B):

1. Let the cat out of the bag – To disclose a secret
2. Blow one’s own trumpet – To praise your own abilities and achievements
3. A wet blanket – A person who is not enthusiastic and stops others from enjoying themselves
4. Bridge the gap – To reduce the distance
5. Not my cup of tea – Not something someone likes

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Fill in the blanks using the idiomatic expressions:

1. I love swimming, but skating is not my cup of tea.
2. How can we bridge the gap between the haves and the have-nots?
3. I bought a birthday gift for my mother. I wanted it to be a surprise, but my brother let the cat out of the bag.
4. A modest person never blows their own trumpet. He/She lets others praise him/her.
5. Everyone at the party was having a great time; only Ravi looked morose and sat with his lips sealed. He was a wet blanket.

Class 6 Coursebook 6 Unit 4 Dignity of Work - Solved

The solution to Page 76

A. Who does the following for you? Can you name them?

• Cooks your meals for you: Mother / Cook
• Does your laundry: Parent / Laundry worker
• Cleans your house: Housekeeper / Domestic worker
• Sweeps/cleans your classroom: School cleaner / Janitor
• Cleans your washroom in school: School cleaner
• Guards your school (offers security): Security guard

B. Choose one of the names you have written in the table above.

(For example, you could write "School cleaner.")

C. Imagine you are that person and answer these questions.

1. How do the people you work for treat you?
   Sometimes they treat me kindly, but they often ignore me.

2. Do you like what you do?
   Yes, I like keeping the place clean and safe for everyone.

3. Why do you do it?
   I do it because it is my job, and it helps support my family.

D. Think of one thing you can do for this person to make his/her job easier.

• Keep the classroom clean and avoid littering to reduce the cleaner's workload.