The chapter tells the story of a young boy who is homesick during his first term at a boarding school, St Peter's. Desperate to return home, the boy devises a plan to fake appendicitis so that he can be sent back home, even if it's just for a few days. The boy lies .................................
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a. What was the name of the speaker's school?
a. St Teresa's b. St Peter's c. St John's d. St Joseph's
b. What was the age of the speaker's sister?
a. twelve b. two c. four d. twenty-one
c. Which disease did the speaker think of faking?
a. acute asthma c. acute appendicitis
b. acute pancreatitis d. acute bronchitis
d. According to Dr Dunbar, how does one's stomach become when it is inflamed?
a. soft b. rigid c. rough d. normal
a. What was the name of the speaker's school?
a. St Teresa's b. St Peter's ✓ c. St John's d. St Joseph's
b. What was the age of the speaker's sister?
a. twelve b. two c. four d. twenty-one ✓
c. Which disease did the speaker think of faking?
a. acute asthma c. acute appendicitis ✓
b. acute pancreatitis d. acute bronchitis
d. According to Dr Dunbar, how does one's stomach become when it is inflamed?
a. soft b. rigid ✓ c. rough d. normal
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Rearrange the letters of these words to make new words.
1. DUSTY --_______________ 2. THING --_______________
3. LISTEN --_______________ 5. STATE--_______________
4. INCH --_______________ 6. EARTH--_______________
- STUDY
- NIGHT
- SILENT
- CHIN
- TASTE
- HEART
Solve these anagram riddles.
a. an animal that we ride H__R__ __
land at the edge of a large body of water S__ __ R__
b. what we know or call someone by N __ __ E
the hair on the neck of a horse __ __ N E
c. stare in an angry or fierce way G __ __ R __
huge __ __ R G __
d. fasten or close securely S __ __ L
a period during which a shop sells goods at reduced prices S __ L __
e. become submerged __ I __ K
the largest organ of the human body __ K I __
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2. _______________ ate the cake?
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About the Author - Homesickness | New Images - Next | Class 5 Literature | English
Roald Dahl (1916-1990) was a British novelist, short-story writer, and screenwriter. He is best known for his children's books, which have become classics of children's literature, such as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, James and the Giant Peach, and The BFG. Dahl's stories are known for their dark humor, unexpected twists, and vivid characters. He also wrote adult fiction and was a prolific screenwriter, with credits including the James Bond film You Only Live Twice. Dahl's work has been adapted into numerous films, TV shows, and stage productions, making him one of the most beloved and successful authors of the 20th century.
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Themes - Homesickness | New Images - Next | Class 5 Literature | English
Emotional Struggle
Subheading: Homesickness
- The story depicts the emotional struggle of a young boy who is homesick during his first term at a boarding school.
- The boy's desperate..
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- "Homesickness is a bit like seasickness. You don't know how awful it is till you get it, and when you do, it hits you right in the top of the stomach."
- This line is important because it introduces the central theme of the story - homesickness. The simile used to describe it emphasizes the physical and emotional impact that homesickness can have on a person.
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1. Introduction:
The opening introduces the narrator as a homesick boy named Peter who studied in St Peter's boarding school. He describes homesickness as an unbearable feeling that hits hard.
2. The Devising of a Plan:
Unable to endure the homesickness, Peter...
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Homesickness - a feeling of longing or nostalgia for one's home or family when away from them.
Despite his excitement for the adventure, John couldn't shake off the homesickness that crept in during his travels.
Stunt - a clever or daring action intended to attract attention or impress others.
The acrobat performed a death-defying stunt by walking a tightrope between two skyscrapers.
Appendicitis - inflammation of the appendix, usually causing severe abdominal pain and requiring surgical removal.
The young girl was rushed to the hospital when she experienced symptoms of appendicitis.
Quarters - living accommodations or rooms assigned to someone.
The soldiers were assigned ..............................
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