Chapter 9
Song of People
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1. What is the main theme of the poem "Song of People"?
2. What do the various modes of transportation in the poem represent?
Answer: The different modes of transportation (subway, taxi, bus, elevator) symbolize the various ways people move through the city. They reflect the fast pace of life and the idea that people are constantly traveling, often without taking the time to stop or connect with others.
3. How does the poet describe the different types of people in the city?
Answer: The poet describes a wide variety of people: some walk fast, others slow; some are on the subway, others in taxis or buses; some are grumpy or talk loudly, while others are smiling or laughing. There’s also a sense of isolation, with people who "just hurry" and "never look at you," indicating that despite being surrounded by many, city life can feel disconnected.
4. What is the significance of the lines "Sing of city people you see but never know"?
Answer: This line suggests the anonymity of city life. Despite being surrounded by so many people, individuals often remain strangers to each other. It highlights the impersonal nature of urban environments, where people come and go without forming personal connections.
5. Why does the poet mention "grumpy people" and "people who just hurry"?
Answer: These descriptions emphasize the stressful and often unfriendly atmosphere in busy cities. People are so focused on getting to their destinations that they might appear grumpy or distant, highlighting the lack of time for personal interactions and the rush of everyday life.Answer: The people use subways, buses, taxis, elevators, and walk on the sidewalks to move around in the city.
7. What are the things that the people carry with them, while moving around?
Answer: The people carry umbrellas when it rains, and hats as part of their attire.
8. Where all do you find these very busy people?
Answer: These busy people can be found on the sidewalks, in buses, on the subway, in taxis, and in tall buildings.
9. Where have you seen crowds of people?
Answer: Crowds of people can be seen at bus stops, in subways, walking in busy streets, and in stores or buildings.
10. Why do you think all these people are in a hurry?
Answer: These people are in a hurry because of the fast-paced, busy life in the city, where everyone seems to be rushing to their destinations, and there is always something to do or somewhere to go.
11.Things the Village Child and the City Child Like:
Answer:The Village Child:
Likes the trees, which are tall and offer a sense of nature.
Enjoys the birds and flowers which keep them company when they feel lonely.
The City Child:
Likes the buses, motors, and trams in the busy city.
Wishes for meadows and lambs, which suggests a longing for nature and peaceful rural life.
12. Did you observe that in the poem, the last words in every second and fourth line rhyme with each other?
Answer: Yes, in the poem, the second and fourth lines have rhyming words, which makes the poem musical and fun to read.
13. Find out how many people are there in our country.
Answer: As of the latest data, India has a population of over 1.4 billion people.
14. Do we have enough land for all people on this earth?
Answer: There is land on Earth for people to live, but it needs to be used wisely. Some areas are overcrowded while others are empty.
15. Is there enough food and water for all people?
Answer: Yes, the Earth produces enough food and water, but it is not always shared equally. Some people have more than they need, while others have very little.
16. Interview Your Teacher
(i) Why did you become a teacher?
Answer: I became a teacher because I love to help children learn and grow.
(ii) How do you come to school every day?
Answer: I come to school by scooter.
(iii) Do you have any pets?
Answer: Yes, I have a cat.
(iv) What kinds of books do you like to read?
Answer: I like to read story books and books about history.
(v) What are your hobbies?
Answer: My hobbies are gardening and painting.
17. Map-Based Questions:
1.What does the dotted line on the map show?
Answer: The dotted line shows Ajay’s route from his house to his school.
2. What road would Ajay take to get to the boat club?
Answer: Ajay would take Kasturba Gandhi Marg to reach the boat club.
3. What building is next to the picnic area?
Answer: The Boat Club is next to the picnic area.
4. What road passes by Ajay's house?
Answer: The Ring Road passes by Ajay's house.
5. What other way could Ajay use to get from his house to his grandmother's house?
Answer: Ajay could go along Ring Road and then turn on Ashoka Road to reach his grandmother’s house.
18. See the picture Travel Time below. Answer the questions that follow.
(i) Where did you go for an excursion/holiday?
Answer: I went to Manali for a holiday.
(ii) With whom did you go?
Answer: I went with my parents and my younger sister.
(iii) What did you take with you?
Answer: I took warm clothes, snacks, my camera, and storybooks.
(iv) What was the first thing you saw when you reached your destination?
Answer: The first thing I saw was the beautiful snow-covered mountains.
(v) What did you like best about the place?
Answer: I liked playing in the snow and riding horses in the hills.
(vi) How long did you stay there?
Answer: We stayed there for five days.
(vii) What did you miss about home?
Answer: I missed my bed and my pet dog at home.
3. Which do you think would be more fun – travelling by aeroplane or sailing on a ship? Why?
Answer: I think sailing on a ship would be more fun because I can enjoy the view of the sea, feel the cool breeze, and watch the waves and dolphins. There is more space to walk and relax on a ship. It feels like a real adventure on water!
4. Fill in the blanks choosing group words from the box:
Group Words Box:
bunch, gang, choir, galaxy, grove, flock
(i) The travellers rested under the grove of trees.
(ii) The choir sang beautifully.
(iii) The bunch of flowers was lying on the table.
(iv) The girl looked up at the galaxy of stars.
(v) The gang of robbers escaped.
(vi) The hunter shot at the flock of birds.
5. Fill in the blanks by changing the word in brackets suitably (add -ly):
(i) The girl slept soundly.
(ii) The children finished their work quickly.
(iii) The old man shouted loudly.
(iv) The boys played quietly.
(v) Do your work neatly.
(vi) I can do the sum easily.
2. Do you know that there are Seven Wonders of the World?
Yes! The wonder that is in India is:
(i) The Taj Mahal – India
Now, here is a full list of the Seven Wonders of the World with their countries:
| Wonders of the World | Countries |
|---|---|
| (i) Taj Mahal | India |
| (ii) Great Wall of China | China |
| (iii) Petra | Jordan |
| (iv) Christ the Redeemer | Brazil |
| (v) Machu Picchu | Peru |
| (vi) Chichen Itza | Mexico |
| (vii) Colosseum | Italy |
Priyanka Das
