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My grandmother often told us of the games she used to play as a ______.

child

My grandfather’s portrait hung above the ______ in the drawing room.

mantelpiece

He wore a big ______ and loose fitting clothes.

turban

She said her morning prayer in a monotonous ______ while she bathed.

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My grandmother was old and ______ for the twenty years that I had known her.

<p>wrinkled</p> Signup and view all the answers

He looked at least a ______ years old.

<p>hundred</p> Signup and view all the answers

She would fetch my wooden ______ which she had already prepared.

<p>slate</p> Signup and view all the answers

She often treated her childhood stories like the ______ of the Prophets.

<p>fables</p> Signup and view all the answers

Sports and games make us mentally alert and physically __________.

<p>strong</p> Signup and view all the answers

Good health is one of the most important benefits of __________ and sports.

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Playing games helps in developing a sense of cooperation or team-__________ in an individual.

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Exercises shape our body, give us energy and __________ and improve blood circulation.

<p>strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

Education without __________ is incomplete.

<p>sports</p> Signup and view all the answers

A healthy mind can exist only in a healthy __________.

<p>body</p> Signup and view all the answers

We become dull and unimaginative mentally when we spend our leisure time indoors, watching TV or playing __________.

<p>video games</p> Signup and view all the answers

Facilities for sports are being developed in rural and semi-urban __________.

<p>areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

Khushwant Singh was awarded with ______ in 1974.

<p>Padma Bhushan</p> Signup and view all the answers

Later, he received the ______ by the Government of India.

<p>Padma Vibhushan</p> Signup and view all the answers

He was also honored with the Sahitya Akademi ______ by Sahitya Academy of India.

<p>Fellowship</p> Signup and view all the answers

His notable works include 'The Mark of Vishnu' and '______ to Pakistan'.

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Thousands of ______ sat scattered on the floor.

<p>sparrows</p> Signup and view all the answers

My mother fetched some ______ for the sparrows.

<p>bread</p> Signup and view all the answers

When we carried my grandmother’s corpse off, the sparrows flew away ______.

<p>quietly</p> Signup and view all the answers

The next morning, the sweeper swept the bread crumbs into the ______.

<p>dustbin</p> Signup and view all the answers

She always _______ (make) excuses for coming late.

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The Prime Minister _______ (leave) for America to meet the delegates tomorrow.

<p>leaves</p> Signup and view all the answers

The bus __________ (be) so full that one person had to share the driver’s seat.

<p>was</p> Signup and view all the answers

We _______________ (begin) our trek at last.

<p>began</p> Signup and view all the answers

We ______ chips and yak cheese sandwiches for lunch yesterday.

<p>had</p> Signup and view all the answers

We _______________ (pitch) tents for our camps in the dense forests.

<p>pitched</p> Signup and view all the answers

Yesterday a landslide ____________ (block) our path.

<p>blocked</p> Signup and view all the answers

In addition to landslides, is ‘yak ________’.

<p>attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

Silently she kissed my ______, and when she rarely talked to me after that.

<p>forehead</p> Signup and view all the answers

After five years I came back home and was met by her at the ______.

<p>station</p> Signup and view all the answers

She still had no time for ______, and while she clasped me in her arms...

<p>words</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the evening a change came over her. She collected the women of the ______.

<p>neighbourhood</p> Signup and view all the answers

She got an old drum and started to ______.

<p>sing</p> Signup and view all the answers

For several hours she thumped the sagging skins of the dilapidated ______ and sang.

<p>drum</p> Signup and view all the answers

That was the first time since I had known her that she did not ______.

<p>pray</p> Signup and view all the answers

While she sat in the verandah breaking the bread into little ______, hundreds of little birds collected round her.

<p>bits</p> Signup and view all the answers

The people of India, as a whole, 1 ___________ (be) warm-hearted and hospitable.

<p>are</p> Signup and view all the answers

Any calamity in any part of the world immediately 2 ___________ (have) a reaction.

<p>has</p> Signup and view all the answers

Using the perfect continuous tense indicates an action that 3 ___________ (start) at some point in the past.

<p>started</p> Signup and view all the answers

The 5000 metre race 4 ___________ (begin) shortly.

<p>will begin</p> Signup and view all the answers

The runner 5 ___________ (run) swiftly as the race progresses.

<p>is running</p> Signup and view all the answers

They 6 ___________ (cheer) loudly for their favorite athlete.

<p>are cheering</p> Signup and view all the answers

The race 7 ___________ (take) place in the stadium.

<p>is taking</p> Signup and view all the answers

Hopefully, they 8 ___________ (finish) strong.

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Flashcards

Nuclear family

A family structure consisting of a married couple and their children, living as a single household unit.

Joint family

A large family structure that includes multiple generations, such as grandparents, parents, and children, living together in one household.

Perceived age

An individual's perception of another's age based on how they look or behave, not necessarily corresponding to their actual age.

Undignified

Overly formal and serious behavior that can seem inappropriate or unfitting, especially when it's exaggerated or insincere.

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Fable

A narrative that relays a universal truth or moral lesson, often presented as a fictional tale.

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Prophets

Traditional or religious stories often passed down through generations, sometimes with a strong spiritual or mythical component.

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Monotonous sing-song

A monotone chanting or reciting of words, often used in religious rituals, prayers, or incantations.

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Get to know it by heart

To learn something by rote memorization, often by repeated exposure, rather than through deep understanding.

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Simple past tense

A grammatical tense that describes an action that happened in the past.

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Simple present tense

A grammatical tense that describes an action that happens regularly or habitually.

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Simple future tense

A grammatical tense that describes an action that will happen in the future.

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Grandmother's routine

Grandmother's routine involved continuous spinning and prayer, only briefly interrupted for feeding sparrows.

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Grandmother's seclusion

The narrator's grandmother's seclusion was accepted with resignation.

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Kiss on the forehead

The narrator cherished the kiss on the forehead because it represented the last physical contact he had with his grandmother before leaving for university.

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Narrator's university experience

The narrator went to university and had a room of his own.

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Relationship after university

The narrator's relationship with his grandmother changed after he went to university. It became distant and silent.

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Grandmother's unchanged appearance

The narrator's grandmother did not age and continued her daily routines during the five years he was away.

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Grandmother's unchanged habits

Despite the narrator's return, the grandmother continued her prayer, still finding solace in her sparrows.

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Grandmother's unexpected singing

The narrator's grandmother, who rarely sang, surprised him by singing loudly with a drum for several hours while welcoming him home.

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Mantelpiece

A shelf projecting from the wall, typically above a fireplace.

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Sweeper

A person who acts as a caretaker or cleaner, typically in a home or building.

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Cremation

The act of burning a deceased person's body as a part of a funeral ritual.

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Benefits of sports and games

Engaging in physical activities like sports and games brings numerous benefits, including improved mental alertness, physical strength, and overall well-being.

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Teamwork in sports

Games and sports encourage teamwork and collaboration, allowing individuals to learn the importance of working together towards a common goal.

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Importance of physical activity

Physical activity is crucial for a healthy body, and games and sports provide an enjoyable way to stay active and improve fitness.

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Stress relief through sports

Sports and games can help reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance overall well-being by providing a healthy outlet for physical and emotional release.

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Skill development and confidence

Learning and developing skills in sports and games can foster a sense of accomplishment and boost self-confidence.

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Socialization through sports

Participating in sports and games provides opportunities for socialization, making new friends, and building strong relationships with teammates.

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Education and sports

Education should encompass physical activity, as a healthy body is essential for a healthy mind.

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Promoting sports accessibility

Making sports and games accessible in rural and urban areas promotes physical activity and encourages a healthy lifestyle for everyone.

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Past Perfect Continuous Tense

A verb tense used to describe actions that started in the past and continue up to a specific point in the past. It's formed using "had been" followed by the -ing form of the verb.

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Future Perfect Continuous Tense

A verb tense used to describe actions that started in the past and will continue until a specific point in the future. It's formed using "will have been" followed by the -ing form of the verb.

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Present Perfect Continuous Tense

A verb tense used to describe actions that started in the past and are ongoing at a specific point in the past. It's formed with "have been" followed by the -ing form of the verb.

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Present Perfect Continuous Tense

Used to describe actions that started in the past and continued up to a specific point in the past. It's formed with "have been" followed by the -ing form of the verb.

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Present Continuous Tense

A verb tense used to describe actions that began in the past and are ongoing at the moment of speaking. It's formed using "am/is/are" followed by the -ing form of the verb.

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Future Perfect Tense

A verb tense used to describe actions that will be completed at a specific point in the future. It's formed using "will have" followed by the past participle of the verb.

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Future Simple Tense

A verb tense used to describe actions that will happen in the future. It's formed using "will" followed by the base form of the verb.

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Study Notes

Higher Secondary - First Year English

  • This is a first-year English textbook for higher secondary students in Tamil Nadu.
  • It's a publication under the Free Textbook Programme of the Government of Tamil Nadu, Department of School Education.
  • The book covers topics like prose, poetry, and plays.
  • The book features a revised edition, reprints, and is published under a new syllabus.
  • The content creation was done by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT).
  • The printing and publishing was done by the Tamil Nadu Textbook and Educational Services Corporation.
  • The website address for the Tamil Nadu Textbook and Educational Services Corporation is: www.textbooksonline.tn.nic.in

Contents

  • The textbook is organized into different units, covering various prose, poems and plays as per a monthly schedule
  • Each unit includes a specific theme and a variety of learning activities
  • Each unit has a detailed explanation of the texts included in the unit, including the unit objectives
  • There are practice exercises and questions to help students understand the concepts and build their skills

Preface

  • The textbook aims to develop 21st-century learning skills in students, focusing on critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and digital resource use.
  • The book emphasizes the four major language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing).
  • The book supports independent research and encourages higher-order thinking skills (HOTS).
  • The structure of the textbook is learner-centric and promotes efficient classroom organization, addressing individual, pair and group work, and whole-class activities.

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