π Reading Exercise
A. Find the correct words from the text to complete the sentences below.
| No. | Sentence | Ans: |
|---|---|---|
| a. | We had to pay an extra amount for our baggage on the aeroplane. | baggage |
| b. | Would you switch off all your gadgets as the plane is going to take off? | gadgets |
| c. | Tomorrow is my parentsβ wedding anniversary. | anniversary |
| d. | The Chief Guest will confer the prizes to the winners. | confer |
| e. | Please keep your seat in the upright position. The plane is going to land soon. | upright |
| f. | Our school will remain closed for 15 days on the auspicious occasion of Dashain. | auspicious |
B. Write True or False for the following statements.
| No. | Statement | Ans: |
|---|---|---|
| a. | The pre-flight announcement is about the landing of an aeroplane. | False |
| b. | Baggage should be kept either under the seat or in the overhead compartments. | True |
| c. | Parents Day is going to be celebrated on March 21st. | False |
| d. | A dance will be performed by professional artists on Parentsβ Day. | False |
| e. | The photo session is scheduled at the beginning of the programme. | False |
C. Answer these questions.
a. What are the first and the second announcements about?
=> Answer: The first announcement concerns the pre-flight instructions for Flight RA-402 travelling from Kathmandu to New Delhi. The second one gives information about the Parentsβ Day programme at Dibya Jyoti Secondary School.
b. State the travel route of flight RA-402.
=> Answer: Flight RA-402 travels from Kathmandu to New Delhi.
c. Why do you think the seats should be in the upright position during the takeoff?
=> Answer: Keeping the seats upright during take-off is a necessary safety measure. It helps passengers maintain a secure sitting position and reduces the possibility of injury during sudden movement. It also keeps the passage clearer, making evacuation easier if an emergency occurs.
d. Who is the Chief Guest on the Parentsβ Day?
=> Answer: The Mayor of Bardaghat Municipality is the Chief Guest of the Parentsβ Day celebration at Dibya Jyoti Secondary School.
e. When and where is the Parents Day programme scheduled to be held?
=> Answer: The Parentsβ Day programme is scheduled for 22 March at 11:00 a.m. It will take place in the Assembly Hall of Dibya Jyoti Secondary School.
f. Why do you think it is important to celebrate Parentsβ Day?
=> Answer: Parentsβ Day gives children a meaningful occasion to acknowledge the affection, care, support and sacrifices of their parents. Parents contribute greatly to their childrenβs growth and continue to guide them throughout life. Celebrating this day allows children to express their gratitude and recognize the important role their parents play in shaping their future. Such an occasion also brings parents and children closer, helping them develop a stronger relationship and create memorable moments together.
π Grammar I
A. Match the questions on the left with their reported speech.
| Questions | Reported speech |
|---|---|
| a. Can Sharmila read a book? | iii. The teacher asked if Sharmila could read a book. |
| b. Was the waiter rude? | v. My aunt want to know whether the waiter had been rude. |
| c. Is Punam his teacher? | vi. They asked whether Punam was his teacher. |
| d. Does she have a problem? | ii. Elis asked whether she had a problem. |
| e. Does he love playing tennis? | i. She asked if he loved playing tennis. |
| f. Did the boss notice the mistake? | iv. She asked if the boss had noticed the mistake. |
B. Change the following questions into reported speech.
a. Does she spend her money on books?
=> Answer: My father asked if she spent her money on books.
b. Did the farmer decide to sell her old oxen?
=> Answer: They asked if the farmer had decided to sell her old oxen.
c. Can I borrow your pen?
=> Answer: She asked if she could borrow my pen.
d. Should the students concentrate on their studies?
=> Answer: Rajani asked if the students should concentrate on their studies.
e. Will you come to my housewarming party tomorrow?
=> Answer: Milan asked if I would come to his housewarming party the following day.
f. Was Srijana born in this hospital?
=> Answer: My friend wanted to know if Srijana had been born in that hospital.
g. Did he put the spoon on the table?
=> Answer: The waiter questioned if he had put the spoon on the table.
h. Is his mother a professor of History?
=> Answer: My father asked if his mother was a professor of History.
i. Has his sister gone to the market?
=> Answer: Rachana inquired if his sister had gone to market.
j. Are you a foreigner?
=> Answer: She asked if I was a foreigner.
βοΈ Writing I
Write a short announcement on behalf of the class captain/monitor to celebrate any one event (e.g. Childrenβs Day) at your school. Include what, when, where, who and how the event is going to be celebrated. Also, request people to attend the function.
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Childrenβs Day Announcement
This is to inform everyone that our school will be observing Childrenβs Day on 15 November. The celebration will be held in the school auditorium at 10:00 a.m.
A variety of enjoyable activities have been arranged for the occasion, including games, cultural performances and special activities for the students. Our teachers and school staff have made careful preparations to make the celebration enjoyable and memorable.
All students, teachers, parents and staff members are warmly requested to attend the programme and participate in the celebration. Let us gather together and make the occasion a joyful and memorable one.
Thank you!
Class Monitor