In this chapter named "WHEN THEY LOST THEIR HEAVEN ON EARTH," a unique blend of history and fantasy is masterfully used to give readers a glimpse into India's rich cultural heritage. The narrative follows the journey of various ....
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Srinagar Heritage Zone (J&K)
(i) The capital of Ladakh and a rare example of Tibeto-Himalayan urban settlement.
(ii) One of the most accurate observatories of the 18th and 19th century.
(iii) Built between the Jhelum River and the Dal Lake in the mid-third century BC, it has famous monuments, including the Shalimar and Nishat Gardens.
(iii) Built between the Jhelum River and the Dal Lake in the mid-third century BC, it has famous monuments, including the Shalimar and Nishat Gardens.
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Leh Old Town (J&K)
(i) A fortified citadel and capital of one of the Rajput clans in Rajasthan, the Kachwahas.
(ii) The capital of Ladakh and a rare example of Tibeto-Himalayan urban settlement.
(iii) Established in Chennai and holds within its boundaries, many palaces and temples.
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(i) A fortified citadel and the capital of one of the Rajput clans in Rajasthan, the Kachwahas.
(ii) Established in Chennai and holds within its boundaries, many palaces and temples.
(iii) Built between the Jhelum River and the Dal Lake in the mid-third century BC, it has famous monuments, including the Shalimar and Nishat Gardens.
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(i) Built between the Jhelum River and the Dal Lake in the Mid-third century BC, it has famous monuments, including the Shalimar and Nishat Gardens.
(ii) One of the most accurate observatories of the 18th and 19th century.
(iii) A fortified citadel and the capital of one of the Rajput clans in Rajasthan, the Kachwahas.
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(i) Established in Chennai and holds within its boundaries, many palaces and temples.
(ii) A fortified citadel and the capital of one of the Rajput clans in Rajasthan, the Kachwahas.
(iii) One of the most accurate observatories of the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Unlock now 🔓‘Just then there was a thundering sound, and before Chettinad could utter another word of encouragement, a gigantic and noisy bird nearly stuck its nose into his head.’
(i) Who is Chettinad?
(ii) What is referred to as the ‘noisy bird’?
(iii) Whom was Chettinad having a conversation with during the above incident?
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Unlock now 🔓‘They gave up and with their death, died the glory of the lands these humans live in. What a victory humans had won!’
(i) Who does ‘they’ refer to?
(ii) What battle had ‘they’ lost?
(iii) Who was responsible for their ‘death’? Elaborate.
(iv) Was it truly a victory for the humans?
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Unlock now 🔓On the basis of your reading of the text, complete these statements.
a. All the heritage sites felt that heaven would ________________________
b. According to Leh Old Town, humans are ___________________________
c. Amber, resting on a massive cloud, was smiling because ______________
d. Jantar Mantar’s eyes showed pain because he remembered how _______
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Unlock now 🔓Do you think humans have done injustice to heritage sites and monuments? Give reasons.
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Unlock now 🔓In the story, some of the heritage sites and monuments reach Heaven. What does this mean? Do they really have such a future before them? Why/why not?
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“Srinagar Heritage Zone replied, ‘I may look strong and tall, but I am old and wounded. I need some rest.”
“Srinagar Heritage Zone replied, ‘I may look strong and tall, but I am old and wounded. I need some rest.”
a. Who is the Srinagar Heritage Zone referring to when he says “I”?
b. Why does the Srinagar Heritage Zone need rest?
c. What does he mean by being “old and wounded”
a. When Srinagar Heritage Zone says "I", he is personifying himself as a physical entity. He represents the historical areas in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, consisting of ancient structures and monuments.
b. The statement that Srinagar Heritage Zone needs rest is a symbolic reference to the degradation and damage he has suffered due to neglect and mismanagement. The need for "rest" indicates a longing for preservation and care.
c. Being "old and wounded" implies that the heritage zone is rich in history but has undergone considerable damage due to environmental stresses, tourist activities, lack of maintenance, and other negative impacts. The wounds represent the physical wear and tear, as well as the loss of historical significance and aesthetic beauty.
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“‘Don’t you feel peaceful out here? Aren’t you breathing fresh air? Above all, there’s nobody walking in and out and over you,’ said Amber.”
a. Who is Amber speaking to in this context?
b. What does Amber mean when she says “Nobody is walking in and out and over you”?
c. Why is feeling peaceful important to Amber?
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Frame sentences with the following Idioms.
a. Under one’s breath
b. catch one’s breath
c. In the same breath
d. out of breath
e. save one’s breath
a. She muttered insults under her breath, hoping her boss wouldn't hear her.
b. After running to catch the bus, it took a few moments for him to catch his breath.
c. She complained about having too much work and, in the same breath, accepted another project.
d. After sprinting to reach the finish line, he was out of breath.
e. Save your breath; arguing with him is not going to change his opinion.
‘Don’t you feel peaceful out here? Aren’t you breathing fresh air? Above all, there’s nobody walking in and out and over you, ‘said Amber. ‘Yes dear; you’re right. But it is really sad that people never rewarded us for all our goodness.’
Think of three more exchanges of dialogue between Amber and Jantar Mantar. Use speech marks and other punctuation marks carefully.
Amber: ___________________________________________________________________
Jantar Mantar: _____________________________________________________________
Amber: ___________________________________________________________________
Jantar Mantar: _____________________________________________________________
Amber: ___________________________________________________________________
Jantar Mantar : ____________________
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Unlock now 🔓Write the following sentences in the reported speech.
1. ‘What a shame!’ exclaimed Chettinad.
2. ‘Don’t you feel peaceful out here?’ said Amber to Jantar Mantar.
3. Srinagar Heritage Zone said, ‘My life was filled with trouble and strife.’
4. Leh Old Town said, ‘I was the capital of Ladakh and was a rare example of Tibeto-Himalayan urban settlement.’
5. Amber said in a low tone, ‘I was so proud of my fortified citadel and the kachwaha palace.’
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Themes - When They Lost Their Heaven On Earth | Expressions English | Class 6 Literature | English
1. Heritage and Identity:
The chapter highlights the importance of historical monuments and sites as they personify a region's cultural identity. The characters in the story, i.e., the heritage sites, illustrate how they define the cultural wealth of India and other.......
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1. Beginning: The Loss of Heritage
The chapter starts on a sombre note, portraying an emotional scene in Heaven as heritage sites and monuments from around the world.........
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1. "These beings were the hundred heritage sites and monuments from around the world."
This line sets the context for the characters in the story - the personified heritage sites, affirming the story's allegorical nature.
2. "On their way to heave, Leh............
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Persecutors - those who oppress or mistreat others
The religious minorities were victims of persecutors in the intolerant society.
Quizzically - in a questioning or puzzled manner
He raised his eyebrows quizzically when asked about his whereabouts yesterday.
Sarcastic - using irony or mockery to convey contempt
She made a .......................
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