In this chapter of Roald Dahl's book, "The Witches," the young protagonist and his grandmother are unable to go on their planned holiday to Norway because the grandmother falls ill. Instead, they stay at the Hotel Magnificent in the seaside town of Bournemouth, known for its................................
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What reason did the grandmother give for going to Bournemouth?
The boy's grandmother decides to go to Bournemouth due to her doctor's advice. As she was ill, the doctor believed that the healthy and bracing air of Bournemouth could be beneficial for her. However, she personally considered this belief to be nonsense.
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Unlock now 🔓What do you think is meant by the following? You may discuss each sentence in class. Try to find other ways of expressing the same ideas.
a. ‘It’s tommyrot.’
b. They were terrific fun. (look up the word ‘terrific’ in a dictionary.)
c. The manager was a bristly man. (When does the word ‘bristly’ mean?)
d. ‘Rats! Cried Mr Stringer, going mauve in the face.
e. ‘May I suggest a compromise, madam?’
f. The ground floor of the hotel was a maze of public rooms.
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Which other colours are used to describe people’s feelings or moods?
Think of these feelings: fear anger rage sadness sickness envy
Fear: Pale or Ashen (as in "pale with fear")
Anger: Red (as in "seeing red")
Rage: Fiery Red or Scarlet (as in "in a scarlet rage")
Sadness: Blue (as in "feeling blue")
Sickness: Green (as in "looking green with sickness")
Envy: Green (as in "green with envy")
Make a lit of all the colours you can think of. Then try to use them in sentences to describe how people feel.
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a. pop (in) b. marched c. run d. tiptoed
e. bursting (in) f. wandered g. scuttling h. ventures
i. sidled j. creep k. pouring (in) l. forward
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a. scrabble b. scramble c. scrape d. weave e. stampede
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Example: The man watered the rose bush every day.
he watered it every day.
1. The lady gave the dog some food.
2. The lady and her sister bought a dozen eggs.
3. A policewoman took Alok and me to see the High Court.
4. The old tree must have been cut down by you and Anil.
5. Ravi spoke to Santosh and Dev about the book.
6. Pratap said, ‘Let Pratap have the ball.’
7. My friend and I wanted to stop the bus.
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‘Rats!’ cried Mr. Stringer, going mauve in the face. explain.
The manager of the hotel, Mr. Stringer, became enraged when the boy's grandmother claimed that there were rats in his hotel. His face became reddened, likely from the mixture of shock, anger, and embarrassment.
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a. What did the speaker want to do in that place?
b. Why was the speaker so confident about the place?
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About the Author - The White Mouse Circus | New Oxford Modern English | Class 6 Literature | English
Roald Dahl was a beloved British author who is known for his imaginative and whimsical stories, often featuring dark and humorous elements. Born in 1916 in Wales, Dahl began his writing career as a novelist for adults, but it was his children's books that brought him international fame. Some of his most famous works include "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," "Matilda," "The BFG," and "James and the Giant Peach."
Dahl's writing style captivated readers of all ages with his unique blend of fantasy, adventure, and moral lessons. His stories often featured unconventional and mischievous child protagonists who triumphed over adversity. He had a knack for creating memorable characters, whether they were witty and resourceful heroes or delightfully wicked villains.
Dahl's writing was characterized by its dark humor and unexpected plot twists, which kept readers on the edge of their seats. His whimsical imagination allowed him to create fantastical worlds filled with magical creatures and extraordinary events, making his stories a joy to read.
In addition to his success as an author, Dahl also had a long and varied career. He served as a fighter pilot during World War II, worked as a diplomat, and even wrote screenplays for film and television adaptations of his own works.
Roald Dahl's books have been translated into numerous languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide. His work continues to be cherished by readers of all ages and has been adapted into successful films and stage productions. Dahl's remarkable imagination and storytelling ability have made him one of the most influential and beloved children's authors of all time.
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Illusions and Deceptions:
- The grandmother believes that the air in Bournemouth can extend her life, despite knowing it is not true.
- The manager denies the presence of rats in the hotel, even though the grandmother claims to have seen one.
- The grandmother uses her ...............................
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Introduction to the Hotel Magnificent and Bournemouth:
- The protagonist and his grandmother, unable to go on their planned holiday to Norway, stay at the Hotel Magnificent in Bournemouth.
- Bournemouth is known for its healthy air and retired residents.
The White Mice:
- The protagonist's grandmother gives ...............................
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Soon after that, my grandmother and I took the train to Bournemouth and settled into the Hotel magnificent.
This line is significant because it marks the beginning of a new chapter in the boy’s life as he relocates to a different environment that will shape the experiences and adventures that unfold in the rest of the story.
Just before we left for Bournemouth, my..................................
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Bracing: (adjective) Fresh and invigorating; stimulating.
The bracing sea breeze made us feel more awake and alert.
Tommyrot: (noun) Nonsense; foolish or absurd talk.
Grandma dismissed the idea that the sea air could extend one's life as complete tommyrot.
Colossal: (adjective) Extremely large or great in size, extent, or degree.
The colossal statue ...........................
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