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Find Solutions to NCERT Class 6 English- Poorvi Unit 2 Friendship Chapter 5 ‘A Friend’s Prayer,’ here.
Let us do these activities before we read.
1. Read the following sentences.
(a) I wish my friend brings idli in her tiffin tomorrow.
(b) I hope my friend and I win the race tomorrow.
(c) May my friend get well soon.
Which of the three sentences (a)-(c) is closest to a prayer? Explain to your teacher and classmate
Answer:
The sentence closest to a prayer is:
c) May my friend get well soon.
This sentence expresses a fervent wish for someone’s well-being, similar to a prayer, which often asks God for help or blessings. Unlike the other sentences, which express personal desires or hopes for events to happen, this one shows a selfless concern for another person’s health much like in a traditional prayer.
2. What would you pray for your friend? First speak about it and then write it down.
Answer:
I would pray for my friend to always be happy and healthy. I wish that she is successful in everything she does. I pray that she never feels lonely or sad. I hope she has the strength to face challenges and the insight to make good decisions. I also pray that our bond grows stronger every day and that we are always there to support each other through all of life’s ups and downs.
Let us read (Page 53)
May my friendships always be
The most important thing to me.
With special friends I feel I’m blessed,
So let me give my very best.
I want to do much more than share
The hopes and plans of friends who care;
I’ll try all that a friend can do
To make their wishes come true.
Let me use my heart to see,
To realise what friends can be,
And make no judgements from afar,
But love my friends the way they are.
Jill Wolf
Let us discuss
1. Read the poem silently. As you read, underline the parts of the poem that you agree with
May my friendships always be
The most important thing to me.
With special friends I feel I’m blessed,
So let me give my very best.
I want to do much more than share
The hopes and plans of friends who care;
I’ll try all that a friend can do
To make their wishes come true.
Let me use my heart to see,
To realise what friends can be,
And make no judgements from afar,
But love my friends the way they are.
Jill Wolf
2. Now, share the details of your underlined parts of the poem in groups and explain why you liked those lines.
Answer:
Underlined portions of the poem:
“May my friendships always be
The most important thing to me.“
I liked this line because it shows how precious friendships are and that they should be a priority in our lives.
“With special friends I feel I’m blessed,
So let me give my very best.”
I agree with these lines because they remind me to always put effort in cultivating my friendships and appreciate the friends I have.
“And make no judgements from afar,
But love my friends the way they are.“
It’s a good reminder to accept and love our friends unconditionally without judging them.
3. Which line was underlined by most people in your group? Share it with your teacher.
Answer:
In our group, the line most people underlined was
“And make no judgements from afar,
But love my friends the way they are.”
This line is very significant because it stresses the importance of loving our friends unconditionally without judging them or trying to change them. Each one of us has his/her own personality, likes and dislikes. No two people are exactly alike, so we should accept our friends as they are, even if we do not agree with them about everything.
Let us think and reflect (Page 54)
1. Complete the summary of the poem by circling the correct highlighted words.
The poet says a prayer for/speech on friendship and friends. She wants that friendship should always be an important part of her complete life/school days. She says that her friendship makes her feel brave/special. She wishes to do the best she can, for her friends. She wants to clap for/listen to the wishes of her friends. As a good friend, she prays/imagines that she is able to make her friend’s wishes come true. She wants her heart/mind to understand what a true friend is. She prays that she loves her friends as they are/when they are happy. She tells us that a true/correct friend accepts their friend for all their qualities
Answer:
The passage has been rewritten with the correct words:
The poet says a prayer for friendship and friends. She wants that friendship should always be an important part of her complete life. She says that her friendship makes her feel special. She wishes to do the best she can, for her friends. She wants to listen to the wishes of her friends. As a good friend, she prays that she is able to make her friend’s wishes come true. She wants her heart to understand what a true friend is. She prays that she loves her friends as they are. She tells us that a true friend accepts their friend for all their qualities
2. Answer in one word only.
a) How does the poet feel about special friends?
Answer:
Blessed
(b) What does the poet use to realize what friends can be?
Answer:
Heart
3. Read the following lines from the poem and answer the questions given below.
(a) I want to do much more than share
The hopes and plans of friends who care;
I’ll try all that a friend can do
To make their wishes come true.
(i) Complete the sentence with the most suitable option.
These lines tell us that the speaker is _______________.
a. clever b. caring c. curious d. calm
Answer:
b. caring
(ii) How will the speaker make her friends’ wishes come true? (by
trying hard/by working a lot)
Answer:
By trying hard
(iii) Fill in the blank with a suitable word.
My friends will feel __________ if their wishes come true.
Answer:
My friends will feel happy if their wishes come true.
(b) Let me use my heart to see,
To realise what friends can be,
And make no judgements from afar,
But love my friends the way they are.
(i) The speaker says that feelings are important to understand friendship. Which line tells us this?
Answer:
The line “Let me use my heart to see, to realise what friends can be,” tells us that the speaker says feelings are important to understand friendship.
(ii) Complete the sentence with the most suitable option.
These lines tell us that the speaker is _______________.
a. helpful b. thoughtful c. cheerful d. hopeful
Answer:
b. thoughtful
(iii) Fill in the blank with one word.
The speaker does not wish to make any ___________. She cares for them just as they are.
Answer:
The speaker does not wish to make any judgements. She cares for them just as they are.
4. Give one reason why we can say that this poem is a prayer.
Answer:
We can say that this poem is a prayer because it conveys a fervent appeal for the welfare and happiness of friends. The appeal resembles our prayers seeking divine blessings for the health, happiness and success of our loved ones.
5. Why does the speaker ‘want to do more’ for her friends?
Answer:
The speaker ‘wants to do more’ for her friends because she cares deeply for them and feels blessed to have special friends. She wants to actively help realise her friends’ dreams by supporting them to the best of her ability.
6. Do you think that the speaker knows about the wishes of her friends? How can we say so?
Answer:
Yes, it seems the speaker knows about her friends’ wishes. We can say so because she talks about using her heart to understand what friends need and help make their wishes come true. This shows she cares and understands her friends’ feelings and desires.
7. Do you also pray for your friend? What do you wish for? Discuss.
Answer:
Yes, I pray for my friends every day. I want my friends to be happy, healthy and cheerful always. I pray that they can rise above all their challenges. I also pray for our friendship to grow stronger and that we continue to support each other throughout our lives.
Let us learn (Page 55)
1. The poet says, ‘With special friends I feel I’m blessed’. Select the words that are similar to the meaning of being blessed, from those given below.
| excited | grateful | understood | thankful | relaxed |
Answer:
The words that are similar to the meaning of being blessed are:
grateful
thankful
2. Good friends have a lot of qualities. Let us list some.
loyal, h e __ __ f __ l, k __ __ d, c __ __ i n g, h o __ __ __ t
Answer:
| loyal | helpful | kind | caring | honest |
Now, fill in the blanks with the words you just listed above.
(a) My friend is always _____________ to me even when I make a mistake.
(b) My friend shares things with me. She is very _____________.
(c) My friend is _____________ because he always supports me.
(d) My friend never lies. She is an _____________ person.
(e) My friend and I believe in _____________ for each other.
Answer:
(a) My friend is always kind to me even when I make a mistake.
(b) My friend shares things with me. She is very helpful.
(c) My friend is loyal because he always supports me.
(d) My friend never lies. She is an honest person.
(e) My friend and I believe in caring for each other.
3. Think of any three of your friends. Write three sentences on why you like each one of them.
Answer:
Friend 1: Rani
Rani is always jovial and always cheers me up.
She is a good listener and keeps my secrets when I confide in her.
She is very supportive and helps me when I am struggling with some work.
Friend 2: Rama
Rama is very gentle and ever willing to help those in need.
He reads a lot and has a stock of funny stories to make us laugh.
He is very sharp and explains difficult problems to me after class.
Friend 3: Rita
Rita is very artistic and brimming with interesting ideas for projects.
She is reliable and responsible so I can always count on her.
She is honest and very loyal and defends me always when I am in trouble.
Let us listen (Page 66)
1. You will listen to a talk about some outdoor activities that two friends spend their time doing. As you listen, answer the given question in one or two word(s) only. (refer to page 72 for transcript)
(a) What do the two friends purchase and use on the park bench?
Answer:
Comic books
2. You will once again listen to the talk about some outdoor activities of the two friends. As you listen, circle the pictures that show these activities.
Answer:
Let us speak (Page 57)
1. In pairs, act the role of friends speaking to each other. Speak about the following situations:
(a) A walk in the park (b) Sharing tiffin at school
Answer:
(a) A walk in the park
Rani: Hey Rita, it’s such a beautiful spring day! I’m glad we came for a walk in the park. I love the colourful flowers and butterflies fluttering around.
Rita: Absolutely, Rani. The weather is pleasant, and the flowers are blooming beautifully. It’s so relaxing here. Let us walk on the trail beside the lake.
Rani: Look at those ducks in the lake! Do you remember how we loved feeding them bread when we were little?
Rita: Yes, I do. One day a duck bit your finger making you cry! Those were such fun times. Walking in this park brings back so many lovely memories.
Rani: We should come here more often. We should jog here after school every day. It’s a great way to unwind.
Rita: Definitely. I’m really enjoying our walk. We should start coming here daily.
(b) Sharing Tiffin at School
Priti: Hey Rakhi, what did you bring for lunch today?
Rakhi : Hi Priti ! The usual – sandwiches and a candy bar. What about you? Did you bring aloo paranthas?
Priti: No, my mother made me some poha for lunch. Can I share your vegetable – cheese sandwiches? I love them.
Rakhi: Sure! Here have a sandwich and half of my candy bar. I will trade it for some of that poha which smells delicious.
Priti: Thanks! This sandwich is very tasty! It’s wonderful to be sharing our lunches every day. Lunchtime has become so much fun ever since we started sharing our food.
Rakhi: Right! I would have to eat boring sandwiches for lunch every day because my mother does not have time to make anything else before she leaves for work. So, I am happy to share your lunch which has so much variety.
Priti: Oh, but your sandwiches have different fillings everyday so they taste different! I enjoy them.
Rakhi: Sharing our food has brought us much closer. I feel as if I too am a part of your family.
2. Create a new situation and have another conversation.
Planning an Outing Together
Sunita: Hey Prachi, do you have any plans for this weekend?
Prachi: Hi Sunita! I have nothing planned yet. Why do you ask?
Sunita: I was thinking we could plan a day trip to the amusement park. It’s been a while since we did something fun.
Prachi: That sounds great! I’ve been wanting to go there for ages. Can you make it on Saturday?
Sunita: That sounds awesome! We can spend the whole day there and enjoy all the rides.
Prachi: We should leave early to avoid the long queues. We can ride our bicycles to the park.
Sunita: Perfect! I’ll bring some snacks and drinks for the trip. Do you think we should invite anyone else?
Prachi: Definitely! Let’s ask Manjuli and Kamal. They’ll love to join us.
Sunita: Great idea! I’ll text them and see if they’re free. We can also check online for any discounts on tickets.
Prachi: Good thinking. This is going to be so much fun. I can’t wait for Saturday!
Sunita: It’s going to be an amazing day out! Let’s finalize all the details and make sure everything is set.
Let us Write (Page 57)
Describe how your friendship with your friend started.
• First list the answers for — When? Where? How?
• Then, use your sentences to write a short paragraph of about 80 words.
• Give a title to your paragraph
Answer:
When? Two years ago, on the first day of school.
Where? In our classroom.
How? We were seated next to each other and started talking.
Paragraph:
The Beginning of a Beautiful Bond
Our friendship started two years ago on the first day of school in our classroom. We were asked to sit next to each other and began chatting nervously about the new school year. As we shared our thoughts and laughed together, we realized we had a lot in common. Over time, we helped each other with studies and enjoyed participating in school activities together. That simple conversation marked the beginning of a beautiful bond that has grown stronger every day.
Let’s Explore (Page 58)
1. There are many quotations about friendship. Read the ones given below.
• “A friend in need is a friend indeed.”
• “My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me.”
(a) What do you think is the meaning of these quotations? Share it
with your teacher.
Answer:
(i) “A friend in need is a friend indeed.”
Meaning: This saying implies that a true friend is someone who supports you when you need help the most. It’s during challenging times that you discover who your real friends are.
(ii) “My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me.”
Meaning: This quote suggests that a best friend is someone who encourages me to be my best self. She encourages me to grow, supports my strengths, and helps me overcome my weaknesses.
(b) Think of an experience in your life with your friend that suits this quotation. Share it with your friends.
(i) “A friend in need is a friend indeed.”
Answer:
Last year the day before my Geography exam I lost my text book. I searched everywhere but couldn’t find it. It was too late to buy another copy because the Book Store was far away and it would close by the time I reached. I was really flustered and was wondering what to do because I always revise the maps the night before Geography exams. Then I called my best friend. She immediately realised my situation and invited me over to her house to study together. I was grateful for her support and realised that she was a true friend indeed.
(ii) “My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me.”
Answer:
When our school was looking for a host for the annual day event, I hesitated to apply because of my shyness. My best friend encouraged me, saying I had a clear voice, good speaking skills, and the ability to engage an audience. She helped me practise, praised my efforts and made me feel confident. With her support, I applied and was selected as the MC. The event went smoothly, and I received so much praise from teachers and classmates. Thanks to my friend, I overcame my hesitation and discovered a new talent in myself.
2. Look for some famous quotations on friendship; these can be in your own language too. Read and share them with your teacher and classmates.
Answer:
“Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light.” by Helen Keller
Write one quotation on paper, colour and decorate it. Put it up on the class board.
Answer:
Have fun doing it yourself with your best friend.
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