SEBA Class 7 English Chapter 2 A Memorable Semester Break

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A Memorable Semester Break

Chapter: 2

TEXTUAL QUESTION ANSWER

Look at the Pictures below:

Let’s talk:

(i) Name the state these pictures are from.

Ans: The pictures are from the state of Assam.

(ii) Are you familiar with any of the places shown in the picture? Name them.

Ans: Yes, I am familiar with some of the places shown in the pictures. 

They are:

Kaziranga National Park.

Rang Ghar.

Kamakhya Temple.

Majuli.

Charaideo Maidam’s.

Manas National Park (forest scene).

(iii) Name a few dances of the state.

Ans: A few famous dances of Assam are:

Bihu.

Sattriya.

Bagurumba.

Jhumur.

In this lesson, we will be reading about Diya and Shruti’s visit to Assam. Do you think they will be visiting these places as well as some other places of Assam? If yes, name some other places.

Ans: Yes, Diya and Shruti may also visit other famous places in Assam such as Sivasagar, Haflong, Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, Hajo, Umananda Temple, Dibrugarh, and Orang National Park.

Now that you have read the lesson, think back about your assumption and about the places Diya and Shruti visited. Was your assumption right? 

Ans: Yes, my assumption was right. Diya and Shruti visited many famous places of Assam, including Kamakhya Temple, the Brahmaputra River, Kaziranga National Park, Jorhat, tea gardens, and the Charaideo Maidams. They also enjoyed an elephant safari, a jeep safari, a Jhumur dance performance, and delicious Assamese food. The visit helped Diya understand the natural beauty, culture, and rich heritage of Assam.

ACTIVITIES

1. Read the following words. The letters ‘t’, ‘I’, and ‘s’ in the words are silent.

Bouquet

Folk

Island

Now, find more silent letter words in the lesson and write them down in your notebook.

Ans: (i) Answered (silent w).

(ii) Walked (silent l).

(iii) Could (silent l).

(iv) Half (silent l).

2. (a) Let’s check how much we have understood:

Choose the correct option:

(i) Where are Diya and Shruti studying?

(a) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kerala.

(b) Indian Institute of Technology(IIT), Kharagpur.

(c) Indian Institute of Technology(IIT), Guwahati.

(d) Indian Institute of Technology(IIT), Delhi.

Ans: (d) Indian Institute of Technology(IIT), Delhi.

(ii) What attracted Diya the most when she visited the famous Kamakhya Temple?

(a) The soft breeze on the hilltop.

(b) The sunset view from the hilltop.

(c) The calmness of the sacred hilltop.

(d) The live folk dance in the hilltop.

Ans: (c) The calmness of the sacred hilltop.

(iii) What did they learn in Jorhat?

(a) Cooking.

(b) Tea Cultivation.

(c) Driving.

(d) Singing Folk Music.

Ans: (b) Tea Cultivation.

(iv) Who said, “This land has so much memory,” and what does ‘this land’ refer to?

(a) Shruti’s Father Said So, And The Term Refers To Jorhat.

(b) Shruti Said So, And The Term Refers To Charaideo.

(c) Diya Said So, And The Term Refers To The Charaideo Maidams.

(d) Shruti Said So, And The Term Refers To Kaziranga.

Ans: (c) Diya Said So, And The Term Refers To The Charaideo Maidams.

2. (b) Write Down The Answers To The Following Questions:

(i) When And Why Did Diya Plan To Visit Assam?

Ans: Diya planned to visit Assam during the semester break because she had always wanted to explore the Northeast with Shruti.

(ii) How Did Shruti’s Family Make Diya Feel At Home?

Ans: Shruti’s family welcomed Diya warmly with hugs, a bouquet, delicious food, and loving care, making her feel at home.

(iii) What Made Diya Say, “This Doesn’t Feel Like A Real City”?

Ans: Diya said, “This doesn’t feel like a real city,” because she was amazed by the beautiful sunset over the Brahmaputra, the soft breeze, and the live folk music.

(iv) What Animals Did They See During The Jeep Safari?

Ans: During the jeep safari, they saw one-horned rhinos, wild boars, swamp deer, and a herd of wild elephants.

(v) What Does The Sentence “Assam Had Shifted From A Place On A Map To A Place In Her Heart” Mean?

Ans: The sentence means that Assam was no longer just a place on a map for Diya. She developed a deep love and emotional connection with the state after visiting it.

2. (c) Discuss And Write:

(i) What Does The Lesson Tell Us About The Cultural Heritage Of Assam?

Ans: The lesson tells us that Assam has a rich cultural heritage. It is famous for its historical monuments, beautiful tea gardens, traditional dances, delicious food, and warm hospitality.

(ii) Diya Had Experienced The Tea Gardens, The River Brahmaputra, The Kamakhya Temple, Kaziranga, Jhumur Dance, And Charaideo. 

If Diya Were To Visit Assam Again, What New Experience Or Place Would You Suggest Her To Explore?

Ans: If Diya visits Assam again, I would suggest that she visit Majuli, the world’s largest river island, and Manas National Park to experience more of Assam’s natural beauty and culture.

(iii) Which Part Of The Trip Did You Find Most Exciting? Why?

Ans: I found the jeep and elephant safari in Kaziranga National Park the most exciting because they gave a chance to see wild animals closely in their natural habitat.

(iv) After Listening To The Stories Of Siu-Ka-Pha At Charaideo, What Might Diya Be Interested To Know More About?

Ans: After listening to the stories of Siu-ka-pha at Charaideo, Diya might have felt inspired and amazed by the rich history and glorious heritage of the Ahom dynasty.

3. Locate And Mark The Places Visited By Diya And Shruti On A Map Of Assam.

Ans: 

4. Read the following extracts from the lesson and answer the questions:

(a) “Leaving behind the Brahmaputra glittering in the distance, their flight landed in Guwahati.”

(i) After her flight landed in Guwahati, what did Diya expect?

Ans: After her flight landed in Guwahati, Diya expected to explore the beauty and culture of Assam.

(ii) What was Diya’s first impression after meeting Shruti’s parents at the airport?

Ans: Diya’s first impression was that Shruti’s parents were very warm, kind, and welcoming, which made her feel at home.

(b) “Next day, at dawn, they set off on an elephant safari. The forest was quiet and covered with mist. The silence of the forest was magical.”

(i) What did they expect during the elephant safari?

Ans: During the elephant safari, they expected to enjoy the peaceful forest and see birds and wild animals in their natural habitat.

(ii) In what way do you think the elephant safari differs from the jeep safari?

Ans: The elephant safari was quieter and allowed them to go deeper into the forest, while the jeep safari covered a larger area and was faster, offering a different wildlife experience.

5. Read each pair of statements given below. The first is an Assertion(A) ande as second is a Reason(R). Decide if they are true or false. If the reason explains the assertion correctly, then choose the correct option from the choices given below:

(a) Assertion (A): The travelogue mentions local food items of the region.

Reason (R): Knowing about local food is important for understanding the culture of a place,

A and R are both true. R is the correct explanation of A.

A and R are both true, R is not the correct explanation of A.

A is true, R is false.

A is false, R is true.

Ans: A and R are both true. R is the correct explanation of A.

(b) Assertion (A): Diya and Shruti travelled by train to Assam.

Reason (R): Travelling by train is the fastest way to reach any place.

A and R are both true, R is the correct explanation of A

A and R are both false, R is not the correct explanation of A

A is true, R is false

A is false, R is true

Ans: A is false, R is true.

(c) Assertion (A): They heartily relished a lunch with masor tenga, aloo pitika and sticky black rice pudding.

Reason (R): They didn’t find the food items very tasty.

A and R are both true, R is the correct explanation of A.

A is true and R is false, R is not the correct explanation of A.

A is true. R is false.

A is false, R is true.

Ans: A is true, R is false.

(d) Assertion (A): They drove to Jorhat through roads surrounded by endless tea gardens.

Reason (R): Jorhat is famous for tea cultivation.

A and R are both true, R is the correct explanation of A.

A is true and R is false, R is not the correct explanation of A.

A is true, R is false.

A is false, R is true.

Ans: A and R are both true. R is the correct explanation of A.

6. Group Work:

Collect information on any one of the following topics and give a short presentation in the class.

National Parks of Assam

The Ahom Dynasty

Charaideo Maidam’s

Start your presentation by greeting, introducing yourself, stating your topic and purpose. While presenting, use words and phrases like ‘furthermore’, ‘on the other hand’, as a result”, “in addition”, “let’s start with the definition”, “now moving to the next”, etc. In conclusion, summarise key points and end with a thank you note.

Ans: Presentation on Charaideo Maidam.

Good morning everyone.

My name is Diya. Today, I am going to give a short presentation on Charaideo Maidam. The purpose of my presentation is to share information about this important historical site of Assam.

Let’s start with the definition. Charaideo Maidams are the ancient burial mounds of the Ahom kings and queens. They are located in the Charaideo district of Assam and are often called the “Pyramids of Assam.”

Now moving to the next point, these Maidams were built by the Ahom dynasty, which ruled Assam for nearly six hundred years. They are an important symbol of the state’s rich history and culture.

Furthermore, the Charaideo Maidams were recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, showing their importance to the world.

In addition, thousands of visitors come here every year to learn about the Ahom dynasty and admire these historical monuments.

In conclusion, the Charaideo Maidams are a valuable part of Assam’s heritage. They remind us of the glorious past of the Ahom kingdom and the need to preserve our history.

Thank you.

7. (a) Read the following words: 

Hill	Top	Sun	Set	River	Bank
Hilltop		Sunset		Riverbank

Words like hilltop’ and “sunset’ are formed by combining two words to create a new word with a different meaning. Such words are called compound words. They are usually divided into three types – Hyphenated compound words (e.g. merry-go- round), Closed compound words (e.g. sunshine) and Open compound words (e.g. first aid).

(b) Now, work in pairs. Make columns as shown below. Find more such words and write them down. One has been done for you:

Hyphenated words	Closed compound words	Open compound words
mother-in-law	rainbow	swimming pool

 Ans: 

Hyphenated Compound Words	Closed Compound Words	Open Compound Words
mother-in-law	rainbow	swimming pool
merry-go-round	football	post office
well-known	notebook	dining table
sister-in-law	toothpaste	first aid
runner-up	classroom	bus stop
twenty-one	sunflower	police station

8. (a) Read the following sentences:

(i) Diya is from Kerala. She enjoys Assamese delicacies.

(ii) They were tired. They decided to go on an elephant safari.

In both pairs of sentences above, the two ideas contrast with one another:

(i) Diya’s origin and her food preferences

(ii) Being tired and decision to go on an elephant safari

We can rewrite these sentences using ‘although’ and ‘however’.

(i) Although Diya is from Kerala, she enjoys Assamese delicacies.

(ii) They were tired, however, they decided to go on an elephant safari.

In the above sentences, the two sentences are combined using the conjunction ‘although’ and the adverb ‘however’. They act as connectors.

When two complete sentences are joined using a connector, a compound sentence is formed.

Now, let’s look at the sentences given in the boxes below:

Her knee was hurt.                    She won the game. Although her knee was hurt, she won the game.

Although her knee was hurt, she won the game:

The car was expensive.                 They decided to buy it. The car was expensive, however, they decided to buy it.

8. (b) Read the sentences given below. Match them and write meaningful sentences using ‘although’. Don’t forget to make the necessary changes.

	I don’t like him.	She finished her work on time.
Although	It was raining.	I went to play outside.
	She was tired.	He is honest.

Ans: Although I don’t like him, he is honest.

Although it was raining, I went to play outside.

Although she was tired, she finished her work on time.

Now, read the sentences given below. Match them and write three meaningful sentences using ‘however’. Don’t forget to make the necessary changes.

9. (a) Read the following sentence and notice the underlined preposition:

Shruti’s parents greeted them at the airport.

In the above sentence, the underlined preposition is a preposition of place. It indicates the position or location of a noun or a pronoun. It tells us where something is. Common prepositions of place include in, on, at, by, near, beside, under, above, below, etc.

Now, read some more examples of prepositions of place:

(i) The picture is above the bed.

(ii) The shoes are under the chair.

(iii) There is a bird in the tree.

(iv) There is a clock on the wall.

Choose the correct prepositions of place given in the box to complete each sentence:

Under

In

Above

On

(i) The keys are ________ the drawer.

Ans: The keys are in the drawer.

(ii) The fan is ________ our heads.

Ans: The fan is above our heads.

(iii) The pencil is _____ the table.

Ans: The pencil is on the table.

(iv) The ball is _______ the sofa.

Ans: The ball is under the sofa.

9. (b) Read the following sentence and notice the underlined preposition:

They enjoyed a local dance performance in the evening.

In the above sentence, the underlined preposition refers to preposition of time. It indicates when something takes place. Common prepositions of time include at, on. during, before, etc.

Now, read some more examples of prepositions of time:

Our class starts at 9 o’clock.

Her birthday is on the 5th of May.

I travel during summer break.

I wash my hands before having food.

On

At

Before

During

(i) I will meet you ________ 6 o’clock.

Ans: At.

(ii) I read books __________ the holidays.

Ans: During.

(iii) The movie was released _________ Friday.

Ans: On.

(iv) She always prays ________ going to school.

Ans: Before.

9. (c) Now, fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions.

(i) The elephant safari started dawn. (at/on/in)

Ans: At.

(ii) We visited Charaideo the afternoon. (at/on/in)

Ans: In.

(iii) The flight landed Monday morning (at/on/in)

Ans: On.

(iv) The rhino was hiding the tall grass. (in/behind/over)

Ans: In.

(v) The guide stood the Maidams while telling stories. (beside/over/at)

Ans: Beside.

(vi) The hotel is situated the airport. (on/in/near)

Ans: Near.

(vii) The storks were nesting the trees. (at/on/by)

Ans: On.