Thoughtful Boys Make thoughtful Men - The Magic Carpet - Class 8 - English
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Match the expressions with their meanings.
1. Brought to bay | a. to separate |
2. Make a clean breast of it | b. almost nothing |
3. Lend an ear | c. become discouraged |
4. Break up | d. to listen carefully |
5. Next to nothing | e. to make a confession of |
6. Lose heart | f. forced into a position from which retreat is impossible. |
1. Brought to bay | f. forced into a position from which retreat is impossible |
2. Make a clean breast of it | e. to make a confession of |
3. Lend an ear | d. to listen carefully |
4. Break up | a. to separate |
5. Next to nothing | b. almost nothing |
6. Lose heart | c. become discouraged |
Indicate if the phrases in colour are noun, adjective or adverb phrases. In case of adverb phrases, indicate if they are adverbs of time, place or manner.
1. [Harpreet enjoys] playing with his grandfather.
2. [We arrived] a day later than expected.
3. [Our principal spoke on] how to make children more responsible.
4. [Have you ever tried] playing badminton left-handed?
5. Shortest among the players of both teams, [Bahadur played splendidly].
6. Talking to a renowned author [was a memorable experience].
7. [The large congregation sat] in stunned silence.
8. Avoiding crowded places [is the best way to be safe these days].
9. The child with spectacles [seems to be very confident].
10. [The police has caught a member] belonging to the notorious gang of car thieves.
11. [Mr Samanta’s words were] full of wisdom and truth.
12. [He decided to become an actor] at the age of 60.
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Unlock now 🔓Write if the underlined phrases are participle phrases (PP) or gerund phrases (GP).
1. Standing alone in the dark at a bus stop made Meenakshi nervous. _______
2. Feeling nervous, Faisal forgot how to start his speech. _______
3. Sagar saw a few helicopters hovering over the church steeple. _______
4. Chandi was confused after reading so many theories. _______
5. My friends enjoy watching basketball matches on television. _______
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Unlock now 🔓Write a dialogue based on any of these situations.
1. Neha’s mother had asked her to clean up her room and arrange her clothes in the closet.
Mother returns home in the evening to find the room and closet still in an untidy state.
Write a dialogue between Neha and he mother, in which Neha explains why she could not
do the task.
2. Romi’s grandmother finds him in tears. He tells her he has a toothache. Grandma suggests
some simple home remedies like salt-water rinse or chewing a clove. She also asks him to
brush his teeth twice a day. Romi thanks her and goes off saying he will surely try the
remedies suggested by her.
3. Imagine that your find and old lamp in a corner of your house. When you try to clean the
dusty lamp, a genie appears. Write a dialogue between yourself and the genie. Remember,
the genie may or may not ask you for your three wishes!
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About the Author - Thoughtful Boys Make thoughtful Men | The Magic Carpet | Class 8 Literature | English
J.M. Barrie (1860–1937), a Scottish novelist and playwright, is celebrated for creating the timeless character Peter Pan. Born in Kirriemuir, his literary works, including "Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up," captured the magic of childhood, imagination, and the longing for eternal youth. Barrie's exploration of parent-child relationships and the interplay of fantasy and reality resonated with readers. His legacy extends beyond Peter Pan, with works like "The Little White Bird" and "Quality Street." Active in theater and social circles, Barrie's influence endures through adaptations, films, and his ability to evoke the wonder of youth, ensuring his place in literary history.
Vocabulary - Thoughtful Boys Make thoughtful Men | The Magic Carpet | Class 8 Literature | English
Disappointment: Feeling of sadness or frustration when expectations are not met.
Her disappointment was evident when she didn't receive the promotion she was hoping for.
Benefactress: A female benefactor or supporter who provides assistance or gifts.
The local library owes much of its success to the generosity of its benefactress.
Insinuating: Suggesting or implying something indirectly.
His insinuating remarks about his colleagues' work ethic didn't go unnoticed.
Studious: Inclined to study or read; devoted to learning.
Sarah is a ............................................
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