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1. 1.

   On the basis of your understanding of the story, select the most appropriate answer.

   1. The place where Rakesh lived did not have many fruit trees because
      1. the soil and weather conditions were not favourable.
      2. people preferred to grow forest trees.
      3. the fields were sloping.
      4. the animals ate the fruit.
   2. The grandfather said that for something to be lucky, it should be
      1. stored.
      2. made use of.
      3. buried.
      4. worshipped.
   3. The tree gave more satisfaction to both Rakesh and his grandfather because
      1. it bore fruit and flowers.
      2. it had grown tall.
      3. they had nurtured it.
      4. they would sell its fruit.
2. 2.

   Complete the following table by giving evidence from the story for the following statements.

   Statement	Evidence
   a. Grandfather and Rakesh realized the setting in of spring.
   b. Monsoon is good for vegetation.
   c. Grandfather was grumpy during the winter.
   d. Rakesh had grown.

    

3. 3.

   Like all children, Rakesh and his grandfather shared a beautiful relationship. Narrate one such event that brought you close to your grandparents or any other elderly person in the family.

4. 4.

   The young boy and his grandfather looked after the cherry tree with a great deal of affection. They had to keep a close watch on the tree to protect it. Write a letter, as twelve-year-old Rakesh, to a friend telling him about the difficult times you faced (goat, woman cutting grass, caterpillar) to nurture the tree but also that it was worth the effort.

5. 5.

   Fill in the blanks with words from the text. The meanings of the words are given in brackets.

   1. Lack of good food in growing children leads to __________ growth. (prevented full growth)
   2. Becoming a _______ is a great opportunity for those who love the great outdoors, have a passion for the environment. (keeper of the forest)
   3. The Principal heard a noise from the class and ______ asked the teacher to investigate. (quickly)
   4. Lying in bed the whole day when he was unwell made the little boy ________ (irritable)
   5. The thief _______ into the house. (move stealthily)
6. 6.

   Imagine that you are a responsible citizen. You have been invited as the Chief Guest to a school in the village. You are expected to deliver a speech, motivating children and parents to save the environment. Write the speech—’Start today, Save tomorrow’.