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Fair Play AP 6th Class English Honeysuckle 7th Lesson Questions and Answers
Working With The Text
A. Match the sentences under I with those under II.
I
1. Jumman and Algu were the best of friends.
2. Jumman’s aunt transferred her property to him.
3. The aunt decided to appeal to the panchayat.
4. Algu was unwilling to support the aunt.
5. Jumman was very happy to hear Algu’s name as head Panch.
II
1. He believed that his friend would never go against him.
2. She wanted justice.
3. In the absence of one, the other took care of his family.
4. The condition was that he would be responsible for her welfare.
5. The bond of friendship between him and Jumman was very strong.
Answers:
1) Jumman and Algu were the best of friends.
In the absence of one, the other took care of his family.
2) Jumman’s aunt transferred her property to him.
The condition was that he would be responsible for her welfare.
3) The aunt decided to appeal to the panchayat.
She wanted justice.
4) Algu was unwilling to support the aunt.
The bond of friendship between him and Jumman was very strong.
5) Jumman was very happy to hear Algu’s name as head Panch.
He believed that his friend would never go against him.
B. Who says this to whom and why ?
Question 1.
“My wife knows best how to run the house.”
Answer:
Jumman says these words to his aunt because he did not want to give her a monthly allowance.
Question 2.
“But is it right, my son, to keep mum and not say what you consider just and fair ?”
Answer:
Jumman’s old aunt say this to Algu Chowdhry because he expressed his inability to go against Jumman as he was his best friend.
Question 3.
“What have you to say in your defence ?”
Answer:
Algu Chowdhry, the nominated head Panch says this to Jumman. Algu had learnt all about the case and then asked Jumman whether he had anything to say in his defence.
Question 4.
“I can’t pay you a penny for the wretched beast you sold me.”
Answer:
Samjhu Sahu says this to Algu Chowdhry.
Algu sold a bullock to Sahu. The later should pay its price in a month’s time. Unfortunately the bullock died within a month. Several months passed. Sahu failed to pay the amount due to Algu. When’Algu reminded him of the amount, Sahu got very annoyed and said the above words.
Question 5.
“Victory to the panchayat. This is justice.”
Answer:
Algu says this to Jumman when the latter gave the verdict in his favour.
C. Answer the following questions.
Question 1.
“Then the situation changed.” What is being referred to?
Answer:
The attitude of Jumman and his wife towards his old aunt was being referred to here.
Question 2.
When Jumman’s aunt realised that she was not welcome in his house, what arrangement did she suggest?
Answer:
Jumman’s aunt asked him to give her a monthly allowance so that she could set up a separate kitchen.
Question 3.
What was the villagers reaction when the aunt explained her case to them?
Answer:
When the aunt explained her case to the villagers some sympathized with her. Others laughed at her and a few others advised her to make it up with her nephew and his wife.
Question 4.
Why was Jumman happy over Algu’s nomination as head Panch?
Answer:
Algu and Jumman were good friends. When Algu was nominated head Panch, Jumman felt happy because he hoped that Algu would give judgement in his favour.
Question 5.
“God lives in Jflie heart of the Panch,” the aunt said. What did she mean?
Answer:
The aunt meant that a man in the seat of a judge represents God. All are equal before him. A Panch is bound to be just and fair.
Question 6.
What was Algu’s verdict as head Panch ? How did Jumman take it?
Answer:
Algu’s verdict was that Jumman must pay his aunt a montly allowance. Otherwise the property would go back to her. Jumman was upset and wanted to take revenge on Algu.
Question 7.
Algu found himself in a tight spot. What was his problem?
Answer:
Algu sold his bullock to Samjhu Sahu who had agreed to pay the price in a month’s time. Unfortunately the bullock died within a month. Several months passed. Sahu refused to pay the amount.
Question 8.
Why was Algu upset over Jumman’s nomination as head Panch?
Answer:
Algu was upset over Jumman’s nomination as head Panch because he feared that Jumman would give verdict aganist him.
Question 9.
What was Jumman’s verdict as head Panch ? How did Algu take it?
Answer:
As head Panch Jumman ordered Sahu to pay the price of the bullock to Algu. He said that the death of the bullock was unfortunate but Algu could not be blamed for it. Algu felt very happy and appreciated the panchayat.
Question 10.
Which of the following sums up the story best ?
i) “I also know that you will not kill your conscience for the sake of friendship.”
ii) “Let no one deviate from the path of justice and truth for friendship or enmity.”
iii) “The voice of the Panch is the voice of God.”
Give a reason for your choice. ”
Answers:
“The voice of the Panch is the voice of God” sums up the story best.
The given story is about two friends Jumman and Algu.
The given statement means that a person who occupies the seat of a judge represents God. Everyone is equal for him. He is bound to be fair and just.
As the head Panch, each of them (Jumman and Algu) delivers the justice without caring for friendship or enmity on two different occasions.
Working With Language
Replace the italicised portion of each sentence below with a suitable phrase from the box. Make necessary changes, wherever required.
1. The best way to avoid an unnecessary argument is to remain silent.
2. Unfortunately, the train I was trying to catch was cancelled.
3. He has been told not to take risks while driving a car through a crowded street.
4. The patient needs to be properly taken care of.
5. Why don’t the two of you end your quarrel by shaking hands ?
6. I was in a difficult situation till my friends came to my rescue.
7. When I saw a pile of dirty dishes, I felt very disappointed.
8. I will examine the matter carefully before commenting on it.
9. They criticised him in the meeting but he accepted without protest all the criticism.
10. It will free me from worry to know that 1 had done nothing wrong.
Answers:
1. The best way to avoid an unnecessary argument is to keep mum.
2. As ill luck would have it. the train I was trying to catch was cancelled.
3. He has been told not to take chances while driving a car through a crowded street.
4. The patient needs to be properly looked after.
5. Why don’t the two of you make it up by shaking hands ?
6. I was in a tight spot till my friends came to my rescue.
7. When I saw a pile of dirty dishes, my heart sank.
8. I will go into the matter carefully before commenting on it.
9. They criticised him in the meeting but he swallowed all the criticism.
10. It will ease my conscience to know that I had done nothing wrong.
B. Look at the following phrases and their meanings. Use the phrases to fill in the blanks in the sentences given below.
set up — put in place or start
set aside — save or keep for a particular purpose
set down — write or record
set out — start on a journey
set in — begin and seem likely to continue
1. Why don’t you ______________ your ideas on paper?
2. A fund has been ______________ for the soldiers’ families.
3. We should _____________ a little money every month.
4. You should buy some woollens before winter _____________
5. They ______________ on the last stage of their journey.
Answers:
1. set down
2. set up
3. set aside
4. sets in
5. set out
Speaking And Writing
A. Look at the following picture. One asks a question, the other answers It. Then the answer is noted in a form as shown below.
Answer:
(Student’s activity)
B. Work in small groups. Ask your partner the questions given below. If possible, ask him/her it reason for saying Yes or No. Then tick Yes / No, whichever is proper.
1. Do you have a separate room for sleep and study ? Yes / No
2. Would you prefer to live in a joint family ? Yes / No
3. Do you get on with people ? Yes / No
4. Do you like the area you live in ? Yes / No
5. Do you find the place overcrowded ? Yes / No
6. Do you use public transport ? Yes / No
7. Would you like a vehicle of our own ? Yes / No
8. Do you like reading ? Yes / No
9. Would you like to be a teacher / doctor / engineer / architect ? Yes/No
Answer:
(Student’s activity)
C. Now that you have completed the above project, write a brief report stating what you did, how you did it and the conclusion.
Answer:
I asked my friend if he had separate room to sleep and study. He said that he didn’t because he lived in a small house. He said that he got on well with people. He liked the area he lived in because it was not over-crowded. He used the public transport on and off. He would like a vehicle of his own because it would save time. He liked reading books because he wanted to improve his knowledge. He would like to become a doctor because he/wanted to serve the poor.
Dictation
Your teacher will speak the words listed below. Write against each a word of opposite meaning.
Examples:
liquid solid
hard soft
1. old ____________
2. wet _________
3. open ______________
4. blunt __________
5. forget
Answer
1. young
2. dry
3. close
4. sharp
5. remember
Fair Play Summary in English
Part I
Jumman Shaikh and Algu Chowdhry were good friends. They were greatly respected in the village. Jumman had an old aunt who had some property. This old woman transferred her property to Jumman on condition that he would look after her as long as she lived. For two years, the arrangement worked well.
Then the situation changed. Jumman and his wife became indifferent to her. His wife was not happy to serve even the little food to her. She ill-treated and insulted her on many occasions. The old woman tolerated them a few months. Finally, she decided to cook her Own food.
So she asked Jumman to give her a monthly allowance. But Jumman did not agree to it. So she got angry and told her problem to the villagers. Some sympathised with her; others laughed at her and a few suggested her to adjust with her nephew and his wife. At last she met Algu Chowdhry for his support.
She pleaded him to come to the panchayat and speak the truth. Algu Chowdhry said that he could not go against his best friend (Jumman).
Part -II
The old woman took the case to the village panchayat. The panchayat was held the same evening under an old banyan tree.
Jumman suggested his aunt (the old woman) to nominate the head panch. He promised that he would abide by her decision. Then the old woman announced the name of Algu chowdhry as head Panch. Jumman felt happy because he thought that Algu would give judgement in his favour.
The old woman explained her case to the panchayat. Algu heard it carefully. Then he asked Jumman if he had anything to say in his defence. Jumman told him all that had happened. He also said that it was not possible for him to pay her the monthly allowance. Jumman was cross-examined by Algu Chowdhry and others.
Algu Chowdhry set aside all his personal feelings and delivered the judgement in favour of the old woman. He announced that Jumman must pay his aunt a monthly allowance; otherwise he should give back her property. As a result, the bond of friendship between Jumman and Algu Chowdhry was broken. They became enemies after the case.
Part -III
After a few days, Algu Chowdhry found himself in a tight position. One of his fine pair of bullocks died. So he sold the other bullock to Samjhu Sahu who had agreed to pay the price in a month’s time. Unfortunately the bullock died within a month. Several months passed. Sahu did not pay the price of the bullock to Algu Chowdhry.
Algu Chowdhry could not but refer the case to the panchayat. In a few months, the panchayat was held under the old banyan tree. Algu asked Sahu to nominate the head Panch. At once he proposed the name of Jumman. Algu’s heart sank and he turned pale.
Both Algu and Sahu stated their cases. They were cross-examined and the case was considered deeply. Jumman had now an opportunity to take revenge on Algu. But when he became the head Panch, he realized the responsibility to the seat of the judge.
He gave his judgement in favour of Algu. He ordered Sahu to pay Algu the price of the bullock. Algu was overjoyed. He cried, “Victory to the panchayat. This is justice. God lives in the voice of the Panch’. Soon after, the two friends embraced each other. The misunderstanding between them was cleared off from that day.
Words – Meanings
- bond = connection; link
- property = things owned by somebody
- transfet (v) = to give something officially to somebody
- understanding = condition
- couple = two people or two things
- tired of = bored with
- became Indifferent = lost interest In or did flot care for
- grudged = gave unwillingly; felt angry/unhappy about giving
- swallowed these insults = tolerated them
- obvious = clear
- allowance = an amount of money that is given to somebody regularly
- shamelessly = without shame
- seeking = asking
- sympathize (y) = to feel sorry for somebody
- nephew = son of brother or sister
- explain (y) = to say what you mean in a clear way
- make it up = stop quarrelling; come to an agreement with
- mum = quiet ; silent
- consider = think
- pleaded = begged
- nominate = propose; suggest someone’s name for something
- abide by = accept
- announced = declared
- conscience = the part of your mind that tells you whether your actions are right or wrong
- defence = support
- as long as = only if
- claim (v) = to demand for something
- cross-examined = questioned
- opinion = view
- or else = otherwise
- seldom = rarely
- broken = ended
- ill luck = bad luck
- tight spot = difficult situation
- remind (y) = to help somebody remember something
- annoyed = irritated
- wretched = useless ; extremely bad
- beast = animal
- ruin = destruction
- turned = became
- realised = became aware of a particular fact
- dignity = excellence
- responsibility = obligation
- seated = sitting
- personal = individual
- considered = thought
- deeply = with full care
- disability = a physical or mental condition that limits a person’s movements, senses or activities
- embrace (y) = hug
- deviate (y) = move away from ; leave
- washed away = removed
- unfortunate = having bad luck; unlucky
- dirt = unpleasant information about somebody or something
- refer to = to speak about somebody or something
- enmity = feelings of hatred towards somebody