Comprehension

How does television affect our lives? It can be very helpful to people who carefully choose the
shows that they watch . Television can increase our knowledge of the outside world. There are
high quality programmes that help us to understand many fields of study; Science, Medicine, Arts
and so on. Moreover television gives benefit to very old people and patients in hospitals. It also
offers non-native speakers to increase their vocabulary and listening skills.

On the other hand there are several serious disadvantages of television. Of course it provides us a
pleasant way to relax and spend our free time. In some countries people watch TV for an average
of six hours a day. Many children stare at a television screen for many hours each day than they
do at anything else. It is clear that TV has a powerful influence on their lives.

Recent studies show that television affects the human brain. It seems to cause poor
concentration. Children who watch a lot of television cannot concentrate on a subject more than
fifteen to twenty minutes. They can pay attention only for the amount of time between
commercials.

Another disadvantage is that television often causes people to become dissatisfied with their own
lives. The most negative effect of television is people are addicted to it. People often feel a
strange and powerful need to watch television even when they do not enjoy it. Addiction to a
television screen is similar to drug or alcohol addiction. But people do not believe this fact.

#### a. How can television be helpful to people?

Television can be helpful to people by increasing their knowledge of the outside world.

#### b. Name two kinds of people who are really benefitted by television?
Two kinds of people who are really benefited by television are:
1. Very old people who can't leave the house:
2. Patients in hospitals:

#### c. How do high-quality programs help us?

Television can increase our knowledge of the outside world. There are high quality programmes
that help us to understand many fields of study; Science, Medicine, Arts and so on.

#### d. What happens to children who watch television for a long time?
Children who watch a lot of television cannot concentrate on a subject more than fifteen to
twenty minutes.

#### e. What benefits do non-natives get from television?

It also offers non-native speakers to increase their vocabulary and listening skills.

#### f. What is the most negative effect of television?

The most negative effect of television is people are addicted to it.

#### g. Addiction to a television screen is similar to __ drug or alcohol addiction. _____

Error Correction
During the water cycle some of a water in a a
the oceans and freshwater bodies are warmed are is
on the sun and it evaporates. During the process on by
of evaporation, impurities in the water is left behind is are

Choose the correct option :

The first test tube baby turtle ___________ (is / was / were / are) born last month in California. The
story began _________ (where / which / who / when) a broken turtle egg _________ (is find / was
found / are finding / found) on the seashore. Scientists __________ (get / are getting / gets/ have got)
to work carefully bringing up ___________ (a / an / the ) baby turtle which has now ___________ (have
grown / is grown / grown / are grown) . This winter the turtle ___________ (might / could / must /
would) be returned ___________ (to / at / in / into) the sea.

MIXED GRAMMAR :

1) If I were attending the workshop, I ___________ stay on till the end of the second session as well.

(a) would (b) may (c) can (d) should

2) Reported Speech :

The clerk at the ticket counter : Where do you want to go ?

Passenger : Please give me a ticket to Bhopal.

The clerk at the ticket counter enquired where the passenger wanted to go. The passenger requested the
clerk __to give him a ticket to bhopal__________________________

3) As a true patriot, I ____________ lay down my life for my motherland.

(a) might (b) could (c) will (d) should

4) My sister lives at the ground floor of a two-storeyed apartment and hates living there.

Option No. Error Correction

(a) live living
(b) at on
(c) hates hate
(d) there their

5) When I was a very young girl, ______________ grocery shopping was considered a major outing for me

(a) to be going (b) going (c) having gone (d) went

6) The package ________________ (arrive) at nine in the morning, the day after tomorrow.

(a) will arrive (b) would arrive (c) can arrive (d) cannot arrive

7) Tony : Why did you call me ?

Sarita : Will you go to the museum with me ?

Tony asked Sarita why she had called him. Sarita wanted to know whether Tony __ would go to the
museum with her_________

7. Tony asked Sarita why she had called him. Sarita wanted to know whether
Tony would go to the museum with her.
8. Error: Do you know that slouching should cause many
problems? Correction: Did you know that slouching can cause many
problems?
9. Roma asked Gopal, "Which way is the metro station?" Report Gopal's question.

8) Do you know that slouching should cause many problems ?

Error : __ __should_________ Correction : ______can________

9) Roma asked Gopal to go by the metro. Report Gopal’s question.

Which way is the metro station ?

Gopal asked roma which way the metro station was

10) Drivers _____________ wear helmets for their safety.

(a) must (b) can't (c) don’t (d) ought

11) Economics _________ difficult for the students of grade nine.

(a) is (b) are (c) has (d) were

12) The father said, “I bought a watch.” (Change the speech)

(a) The father said that I bought a watch.

(b) The father said that he bought a watch.
(c) The father said that he had bought a watch.
(d) The father said that he has bought a watch.

Reported Speech :

Mother: Our son picks up money wherever I hide it.

Father: Hide it in his books. He will never find it there.

1. 1) A worried mother told her son’s father that _________ their son picks up money
______________________________wherever she hid it.
2) Her husband advised her ___________________________________ because he would never find it
there.

2. A worried mother told her son's father that their son picks up money wherever
she hid it.
3. Her husband advised her to hide it in his book
4.
Rearrange the following to make meaningful sentences :

Rain water / flooding / helps / harvesting / in / chances of / reducing

Storm / helps / also/better/ water/ it / to use/ in / a/ way

Plant growth / in / storing /rainwater / can / help / improving

 Rainwater harvesting helps in reducing chances of flooding.

 It also helps to use storm water in a better way.
 Storing rainwater can help in improving plant growth.

Writing Skills : Do all those writing skills that you have for your exam
1) Descriptive Writing :

Childhood is the time when adequate nutrition is very essential

for healthy growth. Improper diet in this age may result in heart
disease , cancer , osteoporosis and diabetes later on. Based on the
given picture showing the difference between healthy and
unhealthy foods for children, write a descriptive paragraph on
Healthy Lifestyle for Children (100-120 words)

Childhood is a crucial period for the development of healthy habits, and adequate
nutrition plays a vital role in ensuring optimal growth. A healthy lifestyle for children
involves making wise food choices that promote their overall well-being.

Opting for fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy products
can provide children with the necessary vitamins, minerals, and nutrients they need. These
foods help in building strong bones, boosting the immune system, and supporting
healthy growth.
On the other hand, indulging in unhealthy foods high in added sugars, unhealthy fats, and
processed ingredients can lead to adverse health consequences such as increase in the
risk of heart disease, cancer, osteoporosis, and diabetes later in life. Therefore, it is crucial
to limit the consumption of it.

Encouraging a healthy lifestyle for children goes beyond just food choices. Regular
physical activity, sufficient sleep, and proper hydration are also essential components.
A nutritious diet, combined with an active lifestyle, forms the foundation for a healthier
and happier childhood.

Childhood is a critical period for establishing a healthy lifestyle, and proper nutrition is key to
ensuring optimal growth. The picture depicting the distinction between healthy and unhealthy
foods serves as a reminder of the choices we make for our children. Opting for fresh fruits,
vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy products provides children with essential
vitamins and nutrients. In contrast, consuming unhealthy foods high in added sugars, unhealthy
fats, and processed ingredients can lead to long-term health issues like heart disease, cancer,
osteoporosis, and diabetes. By prioritizing nutritious options and educating children about healthy
eating habits, we can set them on a path to a vibrant future.

2) Paragraph Writing :
Rising violence among youth is a cause for concern. A recent survey listed the reasons for this
trend. Study the following graph showing causes for the growing violence against others and
against self. Write a paragraph based on the available data in about 100 words :

3) Diary Entry :

You saw a young girl working as a maid while going to your school today. Write a diary entry , expressing
your views on child labour.

OR

You visited a Village Fair recently which showcased the rural side of life with its vibrant culture. Write a
diary entry about this.

that are heavy in added sugars, harmful fats, and processed components can
have a negative impact on one's health and raise the chance of developing
diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and other conditions later in life. Therefore, it is
essential to restrict their usage. Children need to be encouraged to have healthy
lifestyles that go beyond merely eating well. In addition, it is crucial to engage
in regular physical exercise, get enough sleep, and maintain optimum hydration.
A nutritious diet, combined with an active lifestyle, forms the foundation for a
healthier and happier childhood.