The chapter centres around the life and achievements of Field Marshal Sen Hormusji Framji Jamshedji Manekshaw, widely known as Sam Manekshaw and by his nickname, Sam Bahadur. Sam Manekshaw was born on 3rd April 1914 in Amritsar and chose to join the Indian Military Academy (IMA) when his father refused to send him to London.....
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Complete the following word-web by choosing the appropriate words from the help box.
assistance a secret calm support quiet care an alternative
in mind date a diary information record
Provide:-
Keep:-
Provide:- assistance, support, an alternative, information
Keep:- a secret, calm, quiet, care, in mind, date, a diary, record
Fill in the blanks with appropriate words given in the brackets to make logical collocations.
a. Mr Chatterjee speaks English with a ……………………………………….. local accent. (pronounced, chronic)
b. The new movie is a hit. It has met with ……………………………………….. acclaim from all critics.
(Wholehearted, great)
c. The police cracked down upon the ……………………………………….. racket of drug dealers.
(Widespread, outright)
d. This is most likely the ……………………………………….. achievement of my life. (glowing, crowning)
e. The bikers were racing on the highway and met with a ……………………………………….. accident.
(dreadful, fiery)
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a. Lisa ……………………………………….. after the house if her mother …………………………………… out to work.
i. must look, goes iii. looks, goes
ii. looks, will go iv. will look, will go
b. Sana always ……………………………………….. when she …………………………………… a cockroach.
i. will scream, will spot iii. screams, spots
ii. had screamed, spotted iv. screamed, would spot
c. You ……………………………………….. violet if you ……………………………………….. red to blue.
i. will get, will add iii. had got, added
ii. get, add iv. got, would add
d. if you ……………………………………….. careful with your spellings, you ………………………………………..
good marks.
i. will be, won’t get iii. aren’t, will get
ii. will be, would have got iv. aren’t won’t get
e. Rohan ……………………………………….. a new phone if his parents …………………………………… him to.
i. might buy, permit iii. bought, permitted
ii. buys, permit iv. will buy, will permit
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Unlock now 🔓Fill in the blanks with the correct form of the words given in the brackets.
a. If I went out today, I ………………………………… for a long drive. (to go)
b. Varun ………………………………… his mother to spring clean if she promises to bake a pudding for
dinner. (to help)
c. If you don’t eat healthy, you …………………………………… sick. (to fall)
d. If they had enough money, they ………………………………… an animal shelter. (to open)
e. If it rains tonight, the match ……………………………………….. . (to be cancelled)
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a. If we ……………………………………….. (listen) to the radio, ……………………………………….. (heard) this
quiz question.
b. If you ……………………………( switch off) the lights, you …………………………… (not caught) by the
warden.
c. She ……………………………… (come) to school if she ………………………………… (not be) sick.
d. If Sia ……………………………… (work) so hard, she ………………………………… (not pass) to exam.
e. if the car …………………………… (turn) left, the little boy ………………………………… (cross) the street.
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a. If we meet at 7.30, we ………………………………………..……………………………………….. (enough time,
complete the project)
b. If you explained to the teacher, she ………………………………………..………………………………………..
……………………………………….. (understand, not submitting work)
c. ………………………………………..………………………………………..……………………………………….., if I had
asked the teacher. (explain the topic again)
d. If I were you, ………………………………………..………………………………………..………………………………………
(Write an application of leave)
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What makes Sam Manekshaw the most celebrated General of the Indian Army?
Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw stands as the most celebrated General of the Indian Army due to his military acumen and distinguished bravery. As a 'Pioneer', the first batch graduate from the Indian Military Academy, he displayed exceptional military skills. Despite suffering serious injuries in World War II, his spirit remained unbroken. His leadership during the 1971 Indo-Pak war won him global recognition as it resulted in the liberation of Bangladesh. Fondly remembered as Sam Bahadur, he always respected and advocated for his soldiers, especially the Gorkhas. He received numerous accolades, including the Military Cross, the Padma Bhushan, and the Padma Vibhushan. This multifaceted personality was known for his charisma and witty humour, making him a beloved leader.
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How did Manekshaw become Mr Mackintosh?
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Unlock now 🔓“Yahya never paid me the Rs. 1000 for my motorbike, but now he has paid with half his country.” What prompted Sam to say this?
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Unlock now 🔓Field Marshal Sam Manekhsaw, the first Indian army officer to be promoted to the highest military rank of the Field Marshal, travelled the world, led the Indian Army and fought in five different wars. How does the life of Sam Manekhsaw inspire you? Elaborate.
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Characteristic Qualities | Inference | Evidence from the life happening |
|---|---|---|
Along with being a courageous | ||
Sam Manekshaw was brave and | ||
He was a good leader who | ||
Sam played a crucial role in the | ||
He was agelessly optimistic and |
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How did Sam Manekshaw's protest lead to one of the biggest gains for the Indian Army?
Sam Manekshaw decided to appear for the Indian Military Academy (IMA) selection exams as a protest when his father refused to send him to London to study medicine. This move led to him joining the Indian Army. He was part of the first batch of commissioned Indian officers to graduate from the Indian Military Academy; hence, they were called ‘the Pioneers’. Manekshaw became the first Field Marshal of the Indian Army in 1973, further strengthening the Indian military force with his leadership.
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Riposte: a quick and clever reply
The soldier's riposte to the question impressed Sam Manekshaw.
Unscathed: unharmed
Despite the car accident, she walked away unscathed.Crestfallen: feeling sad and disappointed
The army was ........................
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1. Leadership and Strategy:
Sam Manekshaw's leadership qualities are celebrated throughout the chapter. His ability to instil courage in his men during the 1971 Indo-Pak war, transforming .......
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1. Early Years and Entry into the Military:
The chapter opens by introducing Sam Manekshaw, born in 1914 in Amritsar, and his decision to join the Indian Military Academy as a protest......
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1. "On 3rd April 1914, in Amritsar, was born one of the greatest leaders of the Indian Army – Sen Hormusji Framji Jamshedji Manekshaw!" This line introduces the central character of the chapter and sets the stage for what's to come.
2. "San decided to appear.......
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Commissioned - given official authority or responsibility
The artist was commissioned to create a mural for the new museum.
Abridged - shortened or condensed
The novel was abridged into a shorter version for young readers.
Abdomen - the part of the body between the chest and the hips
She felt a sharp ......................
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