Answer:
Image 1 shows a beehive attached to a tree branch, with bees actively working around it. We should learn to work hard like bees as they work tirelessly to build their hive and collect nectar. Even when obstacles arise, they never give up. They also show teamwork by creating a hive together.
Image 2 shows a spider in its web, symbolising patience and perseverance.. We can learn hard work, determination, and never giving up*despite failures.
Image 3 shows a flock of birds flying in the sky which teaches us teamwork and unity. They show that working together and supporting each other helps in achieving great distances and success.
Image 4 shows a bird building its nest which teaches us patience and dedication, as it carefully creates a safe space for its future. It reminds us that success comes from small, consistent efforts.
Image 5 shows a colony of ants which teaches us the power of collaboration and hard work, as each ant contributes to the collective success. It shows that even the smallest efforts can create something remarkable when combined.
Image 6 shows a tree with apples which teaches us the value of patience and growth, as it takes time to bear fruit. It reminds us that with nurturing and care, rewards eventually come.
II. Complete the following sentences suitably.
1. We can say that the poet uses the narrative style because ______________________________________________________.
Answer: We can say that the poet uses the narrative style because the poem tells a story about King Bruce and the spider, describing events in a sequential and detailed manner.
2. The central idea of the poem is ______________________________.
Answer: The central idea of the poem is never giving up despite repeated failures.
III. Pick three examples from the poem for each of the following:
1. lines that describe the spider’s efforts
Ans.
a. “It soon began to cling and crawl, Straight up with strong endeavour.”
b. “Again it fell and swung below, But again it quickly mounted.”
c. “Steadily, steadily, inch by inch, Higher and higher he got.”
2. alliteration (the repetition of the same consonant sounds at the beginning of closely connected words)
Ans.
his heart → The repetition of the “h” sound – (Stanza 1)
cling and crawl → ‘k’ sound – (Stanza 6)
slippery sprawl → ‘s’ sound – (Stanza 6)
IV. Why does the poet repeat the following words or phrases in the poem?
tried and tried; steadily, steadily; up, up
Ans. The poet repeats the words and phrases “tried and tried; steadily, steadily; up, up” to emphasise persistence, determination, and continuous effort respectively. By using repetition, the poet makes the message of never giving up stronger.
V.
2.
(iii) The book was a treasure chest, filled with endless adventures.
➡ Simile: The book was like a treasure chest, filled with endless adventures.
(iv) Her laughter was a melody that brightened the darkest days.
➡ Simile: Her laughter was like a melody that brightened the darkest days.
(v) The mountain stood as a guard, watching over the valley below.
➡ Metaphor: The mountain was a guard, watching over the valley below.
(vi) The night was like a velvet cloak, wrapping the world in mystery.
➡ Metaphor: The night was a velvet cloak, wrapping the world in mystery.
(vii) Her thoughts were like butterflies in a summer meadow.
➡ Metaphor: Her thoughts were butterflies in a summer meadow.
LET US THINK AND REFLECT
(i) Select the phrase which shows the physical expression of the King’s emotional state.
Ans. The phrase is: down in low despair.
(ii) Why does the poet use the word ‘low’ before despair?
Ans. The poet uses the word ‘low’ before despair to show that the King was feeling very, very sad — at his lowest point of hopelessness.
(iii)
ii. List any two characteristics of the spider highlighted in the line,
‘But up the insect went once more’.
Ans. Two characteristics are:
> Perseverance – The spider does not give up despite repeatedly falling.
> Determination – It is committed to reaching its goal.
(iii)
(iv) Complete the sentence with an appropriate reason.
Readers are able to relate to this extract because _______________ .
Ans: Readers are able to relate to this extract because it shows how everyone faces struggles and failures, but the key is to keep trying like the spider.
II. Answer the following questions.
1. How does the first stanza help in setting the mood of the poem?
Ans. The first stanza shows that King Bruce is sad and hopeless. It sets a sad and serious mood for the poem and helps us understand how disappointed the King is.
2. Describe how King Bruce’s attitude changes from the beginning towards the end of the poem.
Ans. In the beginning, King Bruce feels sad and wants to give up. But by the end, after watching the spider, he feels inspired, brave, and ready to try again.
3. The poet describes every action of the spider in great detail. What does this tell us about his attitude towards the spider?
Ans. This shows that the poet admires the spider's never giving up attitude. He respects the spider’s hard work, patience, and bravery.
4. How does the spider inspire us to overcome despair and not give up?
Ans. The spider falls many times but keeps climbing up. It shows us that if we keep trying and don’t lose hope, we can succeed even after failing many times.
5. The poem teaches us that failures are stepping stones to success. Explain.
Ans. The spider fails many times but keeps trying, and finally succeeds. King Bruce learns from this that failures help us learn and make us stronger, and they can lead us to success.
6. The spider’s journey tells us that anyone can be a source of inspiration in our lives. Elaborate.
Ans. Even though the spider is small, it teaches a big lesson to the King. This shows that anyone — even a small insect — can inspire us and give us courage.
II.
Answer:
Here’s the matching of words with their correct meanings from the box:
(i) endeavour → 3. an attempt to do something new or difficult
(ii) toil → 1. work very hard and/or for a long time
(iii) strive → 4. to try very hard to achieve something
(iv) braced → 2. prepared themselves for something difficult
Now, sentences for each word are following :
endeavour → I will make every endeavour to win the race.
toil → The farmers toil in the fields all day long.
strive → We should always strive to be kind.
braced → The players braced themselves for the tough match.
III.
Answer:
Far Near
middle of nowhere proximity
remoteness vicinity
yonder adjacent
afar a stone’s throw
light year hairline
farther
IV. Read the following line from the poem.
‘Twas a delicate thread it had to tread,
Now repeat the lines five to six times. Are you able to say it clearly? Create more tongue twisters of your own.
Answer: Some tongue twisters are following :-
Silly snakes slide swiftly south.
Tiny turtles tiptoe to the top.
Big brown bears bake berry bread.
Seven slippery snails slowly slid south.
Five fat frogs found fresh flies.
20, Rajendra Nagar
Jeevanpur
23 April 20XX
Dear Monika,
Thank you for your letter asking me about how I plan to overcome a difficult situation.
To begin with, I will stay calm and not panic. Next, I will think about the problem carefully and understand what went wrong. After that, I will make a simple plan to fix the problem, step by step. Then, I will ask for help from my parents or teachers if I need it. Finally, I will keep trying and not give up, just like the spider in the story
Remember, we should never quit. If we keep trying, we can surely win.
Yours affectionately,
Deepa
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