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'We join with the earth and with each other' means that …
What do the words/phrases 'to bring to new life', 'to restore', 'to refresh', and 'to renew' suggest?
These words suggest a process of healing and rejuvenation for the earth.
What 'creatures' are being referred to in this unit?
Why have the words 'celebrate' and 'rejoice' been used in the context of the sea, sunlight, and stars?
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'To remember our children' means that……………
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What two things does the poet want us to promote?
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Almost 24 trees are cut down to produce 1 ton of _________.
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What is celebrated on Earth Day?
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What does World Water Day emphasize?
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What does 'Earth Hour' ask households and businesses to do?
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What is a refrain in a poem?
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People all over the world need to work for the ______________ of natural resources.
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Who has issued the advertisement discussed?
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What does the advertisement ask the people to do?
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What is the main idea of the poem 'A Prayer for Healing'?
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Can you think of another title for the poem 'A Prayer for Healing'?
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How would you feel if you were a bird living in a nest and suddenly found that the tree has been cut?
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Which aspect of your natural environment appeals to you the most?
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Do you think the earth needs healing? Why or why not?
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Which stanzas of the poem do you like the most? Why?
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How can you contribute towards healing the earth?
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What are two suggestions for taking care of the environment?
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List one major consequence of not taking action against environmental issues.
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Study Notes
A Prayer for Healing
- The poem "A Prayer for Healing" is an appeal for global cooperation to heal the Earth.
- People across cultures and religions have prayed to nature for a long time, recognizing its importance.
- Earth is humanity's only home.
- The poem encourages collective action to protect the Earth and its resources.
Objectives
- Recognize the importance of Planet Earth and environmental issues.
- Promote environmental awareness through letters, slogans, discussions.
- Understand and appreciate poetry.
- Identify the central idea in a poem.
- Analyze word choice in a poem.
- Identify refrains in poems/songs.
- Write letters to newspapers.
- Improve vocabulary.
Let Us Read the Text
- Humans depend on air, water, and food.
- The poem emphasizes caring for the Earth—land, water, air, forests, plants, and animals.
- Protecting nature preserves habitats for all species (animals, plants, and insects).
- Extinction threatens many species of plants and animals.
Intext Questions 19.1
- The phrase "we join with the earth and each other" means understanding our interconnectedness.
- Words like "restore," "refresh," "renew," suggest revitalization, improving and recovering.
- The poem's creatures refer to all animals, birds and insects.
Let Us Listen 19.1
- Environmental slogans raise awareness about environmental issues.
- Earth needs care, protection, and conservation.
- Environmental protection must be a global effort.
Let Us Do 19.1
- Use recycled materials, e.g., cloth bags.
- Write environmental slogans and share their significance with others.
Do You Know?
- Making 1 ton of newspaper requires 24 trees.
- Recycling 1 ton of paper saves significant resources (water, trees and energy).
Let Us Do 19.2
- Learn about environmental protection.
- Find a poem or song relating to the environment and share it.
19.2.2 Part 2
- The focus turns to human society and the need for mutual support to improve the world.
- The poem promotes the idea of leaving a better planet for future generations.
19.3 Appreciation: Refrain
- A refrain is a line or phrase repeated in a poem to highlight a theme or idea.
- The refrain in the poem, "We shall overcome," and similar phrases, convey perseverance for a better future.
Let Us Do 19.3
- Several international and national organizations work to protect the environment.
- Example organizations: IPCC, UNEP, Friends of the Earth, etc.
Let Us Learn New Words 19.1
- Explain terms like pollution, deforestation, conservation, biodegradable/non-biodegradable materials.
What You Have Learnt
- Environmental protection needs a collective effort from everyone.
Terminal Questions
- The poem's main idea is about repairing and protecting the Earth.
- Possible alternative titles include "Harmony with Earth," "A Call to Action."
- Illustrating a scenario where a bird losing its home can emphasize the importance of preserving habitats.
- Suggesting examples of favored natural elements and how to take care of them.
- Encouraging a collective effort towards Earth's healing and the need for a sustainable environment.
- Identifying stanzas favored by the reader (explain why)
- Suggesting ways you can help Earth heal.
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Description
Explore the themes of 'A Prayer for Healing', a poem that calls for global cooperation to protect our planet. This quiz encourages understanding of the importance of environmental issues through poetry, while promoting awareness and appreciation for nature. Engage with collective action and analyze the central ideas presented in the poem.
