Chapter 5 Hamara Bharat Poorvi NCERT Class 6 Q&A Solved

Poorvi Chapter 5 - Hamara Bharat: NCERT Solution for Class 6 (Q&A)

This guide provides complete, unique, and easy-to-understand answers to all questions and activities in Chapter 5 Hamara Bharat of NCERT Class 6 English (Poorvi). It covers informative discussions about India's culture, traditions, crafts, folk arts, and the spirit of unity in diversity.

Table of Contents

• 1. Word Meanings
• 2. Let us discuss (Page 2)
• 3. Let us do these activities before we read (Page 2)
• 4. Let us discuss (Page 3)
• 5. Let us discuss (Page 6)
• 6. Let us think and reflect (Page 6)
• 7. Let us learn (Page 7)
• 8. Let us listen (Page 8)
• 9. Let us speak (Page 8)
• 10. Let us write (Page 9)

1. Word Meanings

List of difficult words from the chapter with simple English and Hindi meanings.

Word	Meaning in Simple English	Meaning in Hindi
diverse	having many different kinds	विविध
unison	together as one	एक साथ
prosper	to be successful and do well	समृद्ध होना
inhabitants	people living in a place	निवासी
folk art	art made by common people of a region	लोक कला
geru	red clay used for colour	गेरू (लाल मिट्टी)
carve	to make designs by cutting	नक्काशी करना
scrap	small, unwanted pieces	रद्दी / कतरन
biodegradable	can break down naturally without harm	जैवनिम्नीकरणीय
sawdust	dust made of wood	बुरादा

2. Let us discuss (Page 2)

1. What has Bharat always been known for?
   Bharat has always been known for its wise and heroic people.
2. What is attractive about Bharat?
   The rich and diverse culture of Bharat is very attractive.
3. What is special about the fact that the people live here in unison?
   It is special because it shows the world 'unity in diversity'.
4. What geographical features does the passage mention?
   The passage mentions rivers, lakes, high mountains, and green forests.
5. What is the advice given to everyone?
   The advice is that we should continue working hard to make sure Bharat prospers.

3. Let us do these activities before we read (Page 2)

Our country is beautiful and every state has its own uniqueness. The words given below are part of our identity. Complete these words with the correct vowels (A, E, I, O, U).

1. We like to decorate our homes with our folk art.
2. Our culture consists of our ideas, customs, traditions, values, arts, and languages.
3. All of us celebrate our festivals together.
4. We tell stories to our children to teach them about our culture, history, and legends.
5. We have our own languages to talk to each other.

4. Let us discuss (Page 3)

1. What is the Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat programme all about?
   The programme is about knowing that we all belong to one nation, India, and sharing a common bond.
2. Why is this programme being conducted?
   It is conducted to celebrate our 'unity in diversity', which makes India a wonderful country.

5. Let us discuss (Page 6)

On the basis of what the speakers said about the art forms, complete the table given below.

Name of the child	State	Art form	Things needed
Aakansha	Uttarakhand	Aipan	White rice flour paste, geru (red clay)
Priyaranjan	Odisha	Dhokra	clay, brass scrap, wax, fire
Chitra	Kerala	Coconut shell craft	Coconut shell, sandpaper, wood polish
Balamurali	Andhra Pradesh	Kondapalli	Soft wood, tamarind seed powder, sawdust, oil, water-colours

6. Let us think and reflect (Page 6)

I. Fill in the blanks to complete the following sentences.

1. The designs for Aipan are taken from cultural traditions and observations of nature.
2. Dhokra metal craft is very old because it is 4000 years old.
3. A base is needed for coconut shell craft to make it stable.
4. Soft wood, tamarind seed powder, and colours are used to make Kondapalli toys.

II. Why does Akanksha's family make Aipan?
Akanksha's family makes Aipan during family functions and festivals to decorate the floors and walls of their home and puja rooms.

III. In Dhokra, why does wax come out of the small openings?
When the clay figure is put in the fire, the wax inside melts and needs a way to escape. It comes out through small openings so that liquid metal can be poured in its place.

IV. What is common in the toys made in Balamurali's village and coconut shell craft in Kerala?
Both Kondapalli toys and coconut shell craft use natural materials from the local environment to create useful and beautiful items. Kondapalli toys use wood from nearby hills, and coconut craft uses coconut shells.

7. Let us learn (Page 7)

I. Now, use some of these words to complete the paragraph given below.

How I Get Ready for School

First, I get up and go to take a shower. Then, I wear my school dress. After that, I eat my food. Next, I wear my shoes. Finally, I pick up my bag and go out of my home.

II. Make five sentences with the help of the words given in the table below.

1. I know how to dance.
2. You ask questions to understand.
3. She draws beautiful flowers.
4. He tells a story every day.
5. We practise spellings on Friday.

8. Let us listen (Page 8)

I. Listen to the description of gakkad bharta and complete the notes given below.

• 1. Name of the speaker: Sushil
• 2. The town of the speaker: Jabalpur
• 3. The state he belongs to: Madhya Pradesh
• 4. The name of the food item: gakkad bharta
• 5. Vegetables roasted for bharta: brinjals and tomatoes

II. Now, listen to the description again and complete the flowchart on how to make gakkad bharta.

1. To make gakkad, make balls of dough and roast them on high heat.
2. To make bharta, mash the roasted brinjal and tomatoes and garnish with chopped onions, coriander, green chillies and salt.
3. To serve, crumble the gakkad, put some bharta on it and add one spoon of ghee.

9. Let us speak (Page 8)

Speak about a local art form of your region.

Here is an example for speaking about a local art form:

"I know about the art form called Madhubani painting from Bihar. They need things like handmade paper, natural colours from flowers and leaves, and fine brushes. To make it, first, they draw the outline with black ink. After that, they fill in bright colours like red, green, and yellow. Next, they create very detailed patterns and borders. Finally, the beautiful painting tells a story from our myths or shows nature."

10. Let us write (Page 9)

Now, write a paragraph with five sentences giving your reasons for liking it.

Why I Like Kondapalli Toys

I liked the Kondapalli toys from Andhra Pradesh the most. The main reason is that they are made from natural things like soft wood and vegetable dyes, which is good for our planet. I also find it amazing how artists carve each part by hand and join them together to make a full toy. The toys show daily village life, like bullock carts and animals, which helps us learn about our culture. Finally, their bright colours make them look very lively and cheerful.

Chapter 4 The Railway Children - Literary Reader 6 Q&A Solved

Contents

• Introduction
• Story Summary
• Word Meanings
• Let's Infer
• Let's Discuss
• Interactive Quiz

Introduction

This story, The Railway Children by E. Nesbit, is about three children who live near a railway track. They notice something unusual when a landslide blocks the railway, and they try to stop a train to prevent an accident. The story shows their courage and quick thinking in saving lives.

Story Summary

One day, Bobbie, Phyllis, and Peter hear a strange noise and see trees moving as a landslide falls onto the railway track, blocking it. Worried about the 11:29 train that is due to come, they decide to warn the driver by making red flags out of their flannel petticoats. They run along the railway line waving these flags to stop the train. At the last moment, the train slows down and stops safely before the blocked track. The children are scared but also proud they helped prevent a disaster.

Word Meanings

Word	Meaning (Simple English)	Meaning (Simple Hindi)
Landslide	A big mass of earth and rocks falling down a slope	भूमिधस्राव - मिट्टी और चट्टान का नीचे गिरना
Rumbling	A deep, continuous low sound like thunder	गड़गड़ाहट - गहरी, धीमी आवाज़
Whispering	Soft, quiet speaking or sounds	फुसफुसाना - धीरे से बोलना या आवाज़ें
Telegraph Wires	Wires used long ago to send messages over distances	टेलीग्राफ तार - दूर तक संदेश भेजने के लिए तार
Cutting	A narrow path dug through hills for a railway	खोदाई - पहाड़ या जमीन में रेल के लिए बनाई गई खाई
Flannel Petticoat	A soft woollen underskirt worn by girls	फ्लैनील पेट्टीकोट - लड़कियों के लिए मुलायम ऊनी अंडरस्कर्ट
Flagstaff	A stick used to hold a flag	झंडा पकड़ने वाली छड़ी
Heap	A pile of things placed together	ढेर
Suspense	Feeling excited or nervous waiting for something to happen	रोमांच या बेचैनी का अनुभव
Swayed	Moved slowly from side to side	ढल गया या धीरे-धीरे हिलना
Cuckoo	A silly or foolish person (used as a tease)	मूर्ख व्यक्ति (मजाक में कहा गया)

Let's Infer

1. Think of appropriate words to describe the three children. Give a reason for each of your choices.

• a. Bobbie: Brave and practical. She helps by showing how to tear the petticoat and stays calm waving the flags.
• b. Phyllis: Nervous but caring. She worries about the danger but stays to help and follow orders.
• c. Peter: Responsible and brave. He plans how to make flags and leads the effort to stop the train.

2. What do you think caused the rock and the trees to get uprooted and crash into the railway track below?

The rock and trees fell because of a landslide, which is caused by heavy rain or earth shaking that makes the soil and rocks lose support and slide down the hill.

3. Why do you think the children chose to make red flags? Would it have mattered if they had chosen another colour?

They chose red because it is a bright colour that easily catches attention and means 'stop' or 'danger'. Using a different colour may not have been as visible or understood by the train driver.

4. How do you think the engine driver and the passengers must have felt when the children told them why they had stopped the train?

They probably felt very thankful and impressed by the bravery and quick thinking of the children. They would feel relieved that an accident was avoided because of them.

5. Do you think Bobbie was foolish in standing on the track and waving her flag? What could have made her faint at the end of the story?

Bobbie was brave, not foolish, because standing on the track was risky but necessary to stop the train. She might have fainted due to fear, exhaustion, and the tension of the dangerous situation.

Let's Discuss

1. Would you give Peter, Bobbie and Phyllis a bravery award?

Yes, their courage and quick action saved many lives by preventing a serious train accident. They acted responsibly and showed great bravery.

2. What would you have done if you had faced the same emergency that the children did?

If I faced the same emergency, I would try to warn others immediately, like the children did, but only if it was safe to do so. I would call for help and try to alert the train without putting myself in danger.

Interactive Quiz