In this chapter, the author emphasizes the importance of family bonds, unity, and sacrifice through the story of the Durer family in the fifteenth century. The family, living in a small village near Nuremberg, had eighteen children and struggled to make ends meet. Despite their hardships, two of .............................
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What was the condition in which Albrecht and Albert lived?
Albrecht and Albert lived in a tiny village near Nuremberg.They were eighteen children, and their father had to work very hard to ensure they could at least be provided with food. He even took extra work whenever he could find to raise more funds.
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Find words from the story which mean the same as
1. Chase, follow
2. Treaty
3. Toil, work
4. Commotion, stir
5. Engravings, drawings
6. Victorious, proud
7, Keen, enthusiastic
8. Cracked
9. thoroughly, meticulously
10. Respect, honour
- Pursue
- Pact
- Labour
- Sensation
- Etchings
- Triumphant
- Eager
- Smashed
- Painstakingly
- Homage
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The father made a living for his family:
- as a goldsmith
- as a blacksmith
- by any other chore, he could find in the neighbourhood
- both (i) and (ii)
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- to go abroad for further studies
- to earn a lot of money
- to, pursue their talent for art
- to gain popularity
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Rearrange these words to make meaningful sentences.
a. is an/unit in our/ lives/ family/important/social
b. is a/man/and social being/therefore/companionship/needs/from others.
c. it is/that children/within the family/some of the/get to learn off most important/of life/ values.
d. that a child/the values/learns/helps prepare/ in the family/ him or her/ handle/ the various/ how to/ challenges ahead.
e. is also able to/ the child/ as a person/ establish who he is/ and this/ become a/ helps him/ good citizen.
a. Family is an important social unit in our lives.
b. Man is a social being and therefore needs companionship from others.
c. It is within the family that some of the most important values of life get to be learned by children.
d. Learning values in the family helps prepare a child on how to handle the various challenges ahead.
e. Establishing who he is as a person is also able to become a good citizen and this helps the child.
In each sentence, an object or idea is personified. Identify the object that is being personified and explain which human trait or action is applied to the object or idea in the table given.
a. The sad waters of the icy wasteland streamed through the barren landscape.
b. As Sheila walked home from school, the wind gripped her in its frigid fingertips.
c. Alan finally found his true love, and he felt that joy would never leave his home again.
d. The engine hacked and coughed, as Kevin turned the key, but the old car wouldn't start.
e. Though Dante tried not to break the rules of his diet, the donut shop called to him at night.
f. What is being personified: Which human trait or quality is given?
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Themes - Threads that bind | Grow with words | Class 7 Literature | English
- Sacrifice and Brotherhood
The theme of sacrifice and brotherhood is central to the chapter. Albrecht and Albert make a pact to support each other's dreams, even at great personal cost. Albert works in the dangerous mines to finance Albrecht's studies at the academy, while Albrecht later supports Albert when he can no longer pursue his own artistic ambitions due to physical limitations. The story demonstrates the power of selflessness and loyalty, as well as the importance of familial bonds. - Pursuing Dreams Despite Adversity
Another theme in the chapter is the pursuit of one's dreams despite facing adversity. Albrecht and Albert come from a large,....
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- "Despite their seemingly hopeless condition, two of the older children, Albrecht and Albert had a dream." This line sets up the central conflict of the story - the brothers' desire to pursue their artistic dreams despite their difficult circumstances.
- "They both wanted to pursue their talent for art, but they knew very well that their father would never be financially able....
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Seemingly - appearing to be a certain way; apparently but not necessarily actually.
The seemingly calm lake had strong currents beneath its surface, making it dangerous to swim in.
Hopeless - feeling or causing despair; having no expectation of a favorable outcome.
The patient's condition was deemed hopeless by the doctors, leaving little room for treatment options.
Pact - a formal agreement or promise between individuals or groups.
The two countries entered into a peace pact, pledging to resolve their conflicts through diplomacy.
Etchings - a printmaking technique in which a design is incised or engraved on a metal plate.
The art gallery displayed.....................
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Introduction: The story begins with a metaphorical comparison of a family to the branches of a tree, setting the tone of familial unity and love. The stage...
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