Text Book Questions and Answers
Working with the text (NCERT Page II)
Answering the following questions.
[Refer to that part of the text whose number is given against the question. This applies to the comprehension questions throughtout the book.]
Question 1.
What did Patrick think his cat was playing with? What was it really?
Answer:
Patrick thought that his cat was playing with a little doll. It was not a doll, but a tiny man (elf) wearing woolen shirt with old-fashioned trouser.
Question 2.
Why did the little man grant Patrick a wish?
Answer:
The little man granted Patrick a wish because he saved the tiny man from the cat.
Question 3.
What was Patrick’s wish?
Answer:
Patrick wanted the little man to do all his homework till the end of the semester for 35 days.
Question 4.
In what subjects did the little man need help, to do Patrick’s homework?
Answer:
The little man needed help in finding the meaning of a word from the dictionary. He needed help in English, Mathematics and History.
Question 5.
How did Patrick help him?
Answer:
Patrick worked harder and visited the library many times. He was working-till late nights and was going to school with his eyes puffed and bleary.
Question 6.
Who do you think did Patrick’s homework-the little man, or Patrick himself? Give reasons for your answer.
Answer:
Patrick himself did his homework because the tiny man made him to do it. He told Patrick to find the meaning of a word from a dictionary and help him in history and solve mathematics problems. Patrick had to help the elf again and again.
Working With Language
A. Fill in the blanks in the sentences below with the words or phrases from the box.
(You may not know the meaning of all the words. Look such words up in a dictionary, or ask your teacher).
1. Some people find household …………. a bore, but I like to help at home.
2. Who stole the diamond is still a …………..
3. This …………. we are going to have a class exhibition.
4 ……….. the elf began to help Patrick.
5. Can you ……….. this word in the dictionary?
6. I started early to be on time, but I was There was a traffic jam!
7. She says she’s got a lot of books, but ………….. I think most of them are borrowed.
Ans.
1. chores
2. mystery
3. semester
4. True to his words
5. look up
6. out of luck
7. between you and me
B. Use the clues to be given below to complete this crossword puzzle.
Across
1. very tired
2. had an angry look on the face
3. short trousers
4. a fault in a machine that prevents it from working properly
5. A small and naughty boy- fairy
Down
6. work that must be done everyday, often boring
7. a basket with a lid
8. gave a short, high-pitched cry
Answer:
Across
1. Weary
2. Scolded
3. Breeches
4. Glitch
5. Elf
Down
6. Chores
7. Hamper
8. Shrieked
Who Did Patrick’s Homework Speaking (NCERT Page 13)
A. in the story Patrick does difficult things he hates to do, because the elf pretends he needs help. Have you ever done something difficult or frightening, by pretending about it in some way? Tell your classmate about it.
Answer:
Yes, once I was told to participate in a play to be performed on the occasion of the Annual Day of the school in front of teachers, principal and parents. I was afraid because I had never performed in front of such a large audience. However, my parents and teachers helped and encouraged me and I played my part perfectly.
or
Say what you feel about homework. (The words and phrases in the boxes may help you). Do you think it is useful, even though you may not like it? Form pairs and speak to each other. e.g. You may say, “I am not fond of homework.”
Your partner may reply, “But my sister helps me with my lessons at home and that gives a boost to my marks. ”
Answer:
Rita : I don’t want to wash my clothes.
Sabita : But my mother helps me to do it and it
Rita : gives me support.
I am not happy with the idea and
Sabita : dislike it.
It is not unfair. It is good to do some
Rita : household chores. It will help you in future.
That means, you have developed a
Sabita : liking for it.
Yes, I love to clean my clothes.
Rita : I will also try to develop a taste for
Sabita : washing clothes. Shall I do it with the help of a washing machine?
Why not! This will help you.
Rita : I am keen in trying new ideas.
Sabita : Good. Keep it up.
Who Did Patrick’s Homework Writing (NCERT Page 13)
A. This story has a lot of rhyming words, as a poem does. Can you write out some parts of it like a poem, so that the rhymes come at the end of separate lines? e.g.
Patrick never did homework. “Too boring, ” he said.
He played baseball and hockey and Nintendo instead.
Answer:
The following are some rhyming lines
1. He had a little wool shirt with old-fashioned britches and a high tall hat much like a witch’s.
2. Save me! Don’t give me back to that cat.
I will grant you a wish, I promise you that.
3. He kicked his legs and doubled his fists and he grimaced and scowled and pursued his lips.
4. Help me! Help me! He did say. And Patrick would have to help – in whatever way.
5. No, what’s even better, look up the word and sound it out by each letter.
6. Here, sit down beside me, you simply must guide me.
7. Elves know nothing of human history, to them it’s a mystery
8. So the little elf, already a shouter, just got louder.
B. Look at these sentences.
(i) “ Too boring,” he said.
(ii) Cleaned his room, did his chores.
When we speak, we often leave out words that can easily be guessed. We do not do this when we write, unless we are trying to write as we speak (as in the story).
So, if we were to write carefully, we would say:
(i) “Homework is too boring,” he said.
(ii) He cleaned his room and did his chores.
Answer:
No answer is required.
C. Rewrite the following incomplete sentences carefully, so that the reader does not have to guess what is left out.
(i) more and more books.
(ii) too difficult.
(iii) got up late, missed the bus
(iv) solved the mystery
Answer:
(i) More and more books: Patrick must read more and more books to increase his knowledge.
(ii) Too difficult: The sums are too difficult to be solved by Patrick.
(iii) Got up late, missed the bus: Patrick could not reach the school in time and not could appear in the exam because he got up late and missed the bus.
(iv) Solved the mystery: Only scientists could solve the mystery behind the expanding universe.
D. Look at this cartoon by RK Laxman. Read the sentence given below the cartoon. Discuss the following questions with your partner.
Question 1.
What is it about?
Answer:
The cartoon is about a child being overburdened with his homework. He is under pressure while doing his homework. He is being monitored by his elders so that he can concentrate on his homework.
Question 2.
Do you find it funny? If so, why?
Answer:
No, I don’t find it funny because it tells us about the problems in our education system. It is affecting the lives of our children and needs to be addressed. Too much homework is not good for a child’s health.
Question 3.
Do you think a cartoon is a serious drawing? Why or why not?
Answer:
Yes, a cartoon is a serious drawing because it makes us aware about problems which persist in our society. The way it conveys its message is humorous, but it makes us think about the. issue.
Who Did Patrick’s Homework Extra Questions and Answers
Who Did Patrick’s Homework Extra Questions Very Short Answer Type
Question 1.
What did Patrick like to do instead of doing homework?
Answer:
Patrick liked to play hockey, basketball and Nintendo instead of doing his homework.He found it very boring and wanted to avoid it.
Question 2.
Why did Patrick consider himself lucky?
Answer:
Patrick considered himself lucky because he found a solution to all his problems. The little elf would solve all his problems.
Question 3.
Do you think the little elf was true to his words?
Answer:
Yes, he was true to his words because he started doing his work without wasting much time as per his promise.
Question 4.
Why did Patrick’s parents wonder?
Answer:
Patrick’s parents wondered because he got grade ‘A’ in all the subjects and his teachers were full of praise for him.
Question 5.
When did the elf leave him?
Answer:
The elf left him when the last day of school arrived as there was no more homework to be done.
Question 6.
Write about the appearance of the tiny man.
Answer:
The man was tiny in size and was wearing a woollen shirt with old-fashioned trousers and a high tall hat like a witch.
Question 7.
What warning advice was given to Patrick by his teachers?
Answer:
The teachers had advised Patrick to do his homework otherwise he would not be able to learn anything.
Question 8.
Was the elf happy about Patrick’s request to do this homework?
Answer:
No, the elf was not happy at Patrick’s request, but as he had no choice, he agreed to do it.
Who Did Patrick’s Homework Extra Questions Short Answer Type
Question 1.
What was the little man’s reaction about Mathematics? .
Answer:
The elf liked Mathematics and never used time tables. In fact, he never needed it. The little man did not like addition, subtraction, division and fractions. He got angry and told Patrick to sit near him and help him solving the sums.
Question 2.
Write about the reaction of the little man when he came to know that he has to do Patrick’s homework.
Answer:
The little man’s face wrinkled after he came to know that he has to do Patrick’s homework till the end of the semester for 35 days. He kicked his legs. His face had expressions showing anger and disapproval. He said he has been cursed.
Question 3.
How did Patrick help the little man in doing his homework?
Answer:
Patrick visited the library to get books and read them. He looked for words in a dictionary to find its meaning. Patrick was working harder and was studying till late nights. He was going to school regularly with his eyes puffed and bleary.
Who Did Patrick’s Homework Extra Questions Long Answer Type
Question 1.
How did Patrick manage to score better in the class?
Answer:
Patrick worked hard to score good grades in the class. He thought that the elf was helping him doing all his homework. But the little elf made him read books, look for word meanings from the dictionary and solve his sums on his own. The elf did not like Mathematics. He had no idea about time tables. He did not like addition, subtraction, division and fractions. He told Patrick to help him. The little man knows nothing about human history and it was mystery to him. He had problem in English too. In reality Patrick was doing his homework.
Question 2.
What kind of change occurred in Patrick’s behaviour? What was his parents and teacher’s reaction to the change?
Answer:
There was a sea change in Patrick’s behaviour. He became a model kid. He got grade ’A’ in all the subjects and his classmates were amazed to see it. His teachers became happy and were full of praise for Patrick. His parents wondered and could not believe the change. He became more responsible towards his work and study. He cleaned his room, did his-household chores. He was now a cheerful kid and was not rude to anyone. He had developed a whole new attitude.
Who Did Patrick’s Homework Extra Questions Value Based Type
Question 1.
What do we learn from the story ‘Who did Patrick’s homework’?
Answer:
We learn from the story that one should always believe in one’s own ability. Human beings have the potential of doing everything, but they always depend on others. Patrick was depended on the elf, but he made Patrick work hard and fetch good marks. Patrick was capable enough, but needed guidance and encouragement which was provided by the elf. One should always depend on one’ own potential.
Question 2.
Do you think it’s true that God helps those who help themselves? Give reasons.
Answer:
Yes, it’s true because God cannot come for our rescue directly. We have to help ourselves. God only shows us the right path and we have to follow it with full devotion. Patrick met the elf who promised to help him in solving his problems. The tiny man showed him the way how to complete his homework. But it was Patrick who did his homework on his own and followed the instructions. This is the only way to learn in life.
A House, A Home
Summary in English
A house and a home are not the same thing. They differ in many ways. A house is just a set of rooms made of brick and stone, wood and glass. It has an open ground, tile floors, cement plaster on the walls, windows and doors. But it is a lifeless structure.
A home is a living unit. It means a family, a set of members. It has parents and children. They are bonded with ties of love and respect. They take care of each other. They share each other’s joy and sorrow. They work selflessly and co-operate to meet their basic needs.
A House, A Home Summary in Hindi
घर और गृह समानार्थी शब्द नहीं हैं। उनमें कई प्रकार के अन्तर हैं। घर तो कमरों का सेट होता है जो ईट, पत्थर, लकड़ी तथा काँच से बनाया जाता है। इसमें एक खुला आँगन होता है, टाइल लगे फर्श होते हैं, दीवारों पर सीमेन्ट का प्लास्टर होता है, खिड़की तथा दरवाजे होते हैं। पर यह एक निजीव ढाँचा होता है।
गृह एक जीवंत इकाई को कहते हैं। इसका अर्थ होता है एक परिवार और उसके सदस्य। उसमें माता-पिता तथा बच्चे होते हैं। वे प्यार तथा आदर के धागों से जुड़े होते हैं। वे एक-दूसरे की भलाई की चिन्ता करते हैं, एक-दूसरे के सुख-दुख को बाँटते हैं। वे नि:स्वार्थ भाव से काम करते हैं और अपनी मूलभूत जरूरतें पूरी करने के लिये एक-दूसरे का सहयोग करते हैं।
A House, A Home Hindi Version of the Poem with Comprehension
1. What is Cal house?
It’s brick and Stone
and Wood that’s hard.
Some window glass
and perhaps a yard.
It’s eaves and chimneys
and title floors
and stucco and roof
and lots of doors.
घर किसे कहते हैं? यह तो ईट और पत्थर से बना ढाँचा होता है, उसमें कठोर इमारती लकड़ी लगाई जाती है। कुछ काँच लगी खिड़कियाँ होती हैं और शायद एक आँगन होता है। उसमें नीचे को लटकती हुई ओरियाँ और धुआँ निकालने के लिये चिमनियाँ होती हैं, उसमें फर्श पर टाइलें लगी होती हैं, दीवारों पर चूना या सीमेंट का पलस्तर होता है, एक छत होती है और कई दरवाजे होते हैं।
Questions:
(a) What is a house usually made of?
(b) What is the use of windows and doors?
(c) What is eaves?
(d) What purpose do chimneys serve?
(e) What does the word “stucco’ mean?
Аnswers:
(a) Houses are nowadays usually made of bricks and stones, cement and mortar.
(b) The windows give us light and fresh air. The doors give us security and also passage to move in and out.
(c) Eaves is the overhanging edge of a roof.
(d) Chimneys are made to carry off kitchen smoke into the sky.
(e) ‘Stucco’ means ‘a fine plaster or cement’.
2. What is a home?
It’s loving and family
and doing for others.
It’s brothers and sisters
and fathers and mothers.
It’s unselfish acts
and kindly sharing
and showing your loved ones
You’re always caring.
गृह किसे कहते हैं? यह तो स्नेहयुक्त लोगों के परिवार से बनता है जो एक-दूसरे की सेवा करने को तैयार रहते हैं। इसमें भाई, बहन, पिता तथा माता रहते हैं। उनके नि:स्वार्थ कार्य, सौहार्दपूर्वक उनके सुख-दुख में शामिल होना, अपने प्रियजनों को प्यार बाँटना, और यह विश्वास दिलाना कि आप सभी समझदार तथा एक-दूसरे की चिन्ता करने वाले हैं – इन सबसे गृह बनता है।
Questions:
(a) What is a home made of?
(b) How does a home differ from a house?
(c) What keeps all the members united?
(d) What makes us happy and healthy at home?
(e) Pick out a word from the above stanza which means the same as ‘without any motive of self gain.
Аnswers:
(a) A home is made of elders and children.
(b) A house is a lifeless structure of bricks, concrete and wood. A home is made by a set of elders and children, who are loving and caring.
(c) The members of a family stand united as long as each one respects and helps others.
(d) A happy home means a family in which the members are unselfish, loving, caring and respectful.
(e) Unselfish.
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