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A Visit To Sivasagar questions answers Assam, Class IV English Lesson- 8
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ACTIVITIES
1. Let’s find out how much we have understood :
(a) What were Ramen and Rita waiting for?
Ans: Ramen and Rita were eagerly waiting for their summer vacation.
(b) How did they go to Sivasagar?
Ans: They went to Sivasagar by a beautiful red ASTC bus.
(c) What did they see on their way to Sivasagar?
Ans: On their way to Sivasagar they saw many beautiful places including the famous Kaziranga National Park, beautiful green tea gardens, and paddy fields.
(d) What did the kings and the courtiers do in Rang Ghar?
Ans: The kings and the courtiers had watched games and sports, dances, and fights from Rang Ghar.
(e) Where were the Ahoms Kings laid to rest?
Ans: Charaideu is a sacred place where the Ahom Royals were laid to rest in the Madams.
2. Let’s read the text again and find out the monuments in Sivasagar. Put the names of the monuments in the ovals. One is done for you as an example
Ans:
3. Say ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ for the following statements
(a) Ramen and Rita saw vast and beautiful green tea gardens and paddy fields on the way.
Ans: Yes
(b) They reached Sivasagar around 9 p.m. at night.
Ans: No
(c) Shiva Dol, Bishnu Dol, and Devi Dol are on the banks of Joysagar.
Ans: No
(d) Ahom Kings and their courtiers used to enjoy watching games and sports, dances, and fights from the Rang Ghar.
Ans: Yes
(e) Charaideu is famous for the madams of the royals.
Ans: Yes
4. Rita narrated her experience of the Sivasagar tour in class after the school reopened. Let’s read what she said :
Our journey to Sivasagar was a wonderful one. We enjoyed ourselves a lot there. The roadside scenery was very beautiful. I still remember the pleasant atmosphere of Sivasagar Borpukhuri. Shiva Dol, Bishnu Dol and Devi Dol are situated on the banks of this tank. We were very happy to visit Rang Ghar, Talatal Ghar, Kareng Ghar and Joysagar to. We got a glimpse of our rich history in those wonderful monuments. It was a really pleasant experience to learn about our history at all these places of historical interest.
5. Let’s learn some new words and their meanings :
(a) We had a wonderful Journey to Sivasagar.
(b) We did not realize that the Joysagar tank was so vast.
(c) Ramen and Rita were amazed to see the beautiful Rang Ghar.
(d) The monuments reflect the artistry of the Ahom Kingdom.
(e) The Rang Ghar is a wonderful Monument.
(f) We have created precious memories for ourselves in Sivasagar.
6. Work in pairs :
Paste pictures or draw some monuments and write about them.
Ans. Do it yourself.
7. (a) Have you visited any historical place ? Do you want to visit one ? Let’s talk about visiting such a place.
Ans: Yes, I have visited historical places, recently ,I visited Agra and I saw the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal was made by white marble. It was built by Shah Jahan. I was surprised by the beauty of Taj Mahal. I would like to visit there once more with my family and friends.
7. (b) Listen to the teacher read out the following passage and write it in your notebook :
We visit places for many reasons. A visit to an important place teaches us many things. If we visit a place, we learn about its history, culture and the lifestyle of people. It helps us to know ourselves better. Visiting places gives us immense happiness. We get to see new things. In addition, we meet new people and learn new things.
8.Now since that you have identified the describing words, make sentences with some of them. One is done for you.
(a) distant - He is my distant relative.
(b) amazed - They were amazed to see the beautiful Rang Ghar.
(c) admired - Ramen and Rita admired the beautiful Rang Ghar.
(d) Wonderful - Ramen and Rita had a wonderful journey to Sivasagar.
9. Let’s read a phone conversation between Rita and Tanya :
(a) and - Ramen and Rita saw a vast and beautiful tea garden.
(b) but - I want to go to the 'Birthday party' but I'm so tired.
(c) hence - The roads were covered in ice, hence it was not safe to drive.
(d) so - Visiting historical places teaches us many things, so we must-visit places of historical importance.
(e) Therefore - I was sick therefore, I could not attend my classes.
10. Let’s practice punctuation once again. Write the following passage in your notebook. Use capital letters, commas and full stops correctly :
Ans: Guwahati is a famous city. It is the Gateway of North-East. The city is situated on the bank of the mighty Brahmaputra. Guwahati is famous, for Saraighat bridge, Kamakhya temple, Guwahati University Science museum, Guwahati Planetarium, etc. Guwahati is a place of historic importance. It is the capital city of our state. We all love this, wonderful city.
11. Look at the picture below :
Work in pairs and ask each other the following questions to get answers:
(a) Where do you see such a scene?
Ans: "ANAND MELA"
(b) Will you enjoy going to such places?
Ans: Yes
(c) Why do people visit such a place?
Ans: To spend happy times with their family and friends.
(d) What are the girls doing in front of the Shop?
Ans: The girls are buying Balloons, flowers, and toys.
(e) A family is sitting together: can you say where they are sitting and what they are doing?
Ans: They are sitting in a Hotel and they are having food.
(f) Name the things you see in front of the shop?
Ans: Flowers, Ballons, handbag, Ko-pou flowers, etc.
Questions / Answers
(a) The family is having tasty food.
(b) The spin wheel is very big.
(c) The florist is selling beautiful flowers.
(d) The children are playing happily with colorful balloons.
12. Draw a fair that you have visited :
Ans. Draw yourself.
13. You are preparing for a story telling competition. Read the names of some books:
Ans: I will read 'Discovery of India' because I want to know about India.
14. (b) Now, read the slogans. You can write one on your own in the last box:
Answer: Let's Spread Green.