Class 6 English Chapter 5 Worksheet A Friend’s Prayer
A Friend’s Prayer Worksheet
Warm up
Question 1.
What words come to mind when you think of a good friend?
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Question 2.
Create an acrostic poem using the word ‘FRIEND’.
In an acrostic poem, the first letter of each line spells out a word, in this case, ‘FRIEND’.
Example:
Friendly and kind,
Ready to help,
Inspiring with words,
Enjoying good times,
Never letting you down,
Dependable always.
Think about your own experiences and qualities you value in your friends and compose an acrostic poem.
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Textbook
Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow.
“May my friendships always be
The most important thing to me.
With special friends I feel I’m blessed,
So let me give my very best.”
Question 1.
What does the speaker wish for their friendship?
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Question 2.
What does the speaker mean by “give my very best”?
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Question 3.
What qualities or actions might constitute giving one’s “very best” in the context of friendship?
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Question 4.
According to the extract, which of the following is NOT mentioned as a feeling or action related to friendship?
(a) Feeling blessed ______________________
(b) Feeling confused ______________________
(c) Giving the very best ______________________
(d) Importance of friendships ______________________
Question 5.
What can be inferred about the speaker’s view on friendships?
(a) They view friendships as secondary to other aspects of life. ______________________
(b) They believe friendships are a blessing. ______________________
(c) They think friendships are a burden. ______________________
(d) They prefer to be alone rather than have friends. ______________________
Let us reflect
I. Do you agree that friendships should be highly valued in life? Why or why not?
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II. How do you strive to give your best to your friends? What actions do you take to show your care and commitment?
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Grammar
Match the words in Column A with their Synonyms in Column B. Write your correct answers in the Answers Box provided.
Column A |
Column B |
(a) Friendship | (i) Desires |
(b) Important | (ii) Companionship |
(c) Blessed | (iii) Exchange |
(d) Special | (iv) Fortunate |
(e) Share | (v) Cherish |
(f) Care | (vi) Genuine |
(g) Wishes | (vii) Significant |
(h) True | (viii) Unique |
(i) Realise | (ix) Opinions |
(j) Judgements | (x) Concern |
(k) Love | (xi) Understand |
Let us listen
You will listen to a short story. As you listen, answer the following questions.
Question 1.
What did Priya bring to the picnic?
(a) Laddoos ______________________
(b) Parathas ______________________
(c) Fruits ______________________
(d) Sandwiches ______________________
Question 2.
State whether the given statement is True or False.
Arjun, Priya, and Rohan spent their day at the beach. ______________________
Question 3.
Complete the given statement.
After playing cricket, the friends had a picnic under a large ______________________ tree.
Question 4.
Put the following events in the correct order:
(a) They dipped their feet in the cool water of the pond. ______________________
(b) They played a game of cricket. ______________________
(c) They had a picnic under a banyan tree. ______________________
(d) They found smooth, colourful pebbles. ______________________
Question 5.
Which of the following statements is NOT true?
(a) Rohan brought fruits to the picnic. ______________________
(b) The friends discovered a small pond during their walk. ______________________
(c) Arjun hit the winning six in the cricket game. ______________________
(d) They planned to meet again the next weekend. ______________________
Let us speak
Discuss briefly how friendships can be important, supportive, and fun.
Think about your own friendships.
Consider questions like:
- What qualities do you value most in a friend?
- How do you and your friends support each other?
- What activities do you enjoy doing together with your friends?
- Can you recall a special moment or memory with a friend?
(Divide the students into small groups of 3-4. Each group will discuss the given prompts based on their personal experiences with friendship:)
Assign each group the following prompts to focus on:
Group Discussion
I. Observe the given picture carefully and answer the questions that follow.
(a) What activities do you and your friends enjoy doing together?
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(b) How do these activities help you strengthen your friendships?
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(c) Share a memorable moment from one of your activities with friends.
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II. Observe the given picture carefully and answer the questions that follow.
(a) Can you recall a time when you helped a friend or a friend helped you?
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(b) How does support from friends affect your relationship?
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(c) Why is it important to be there for each other in times of need?
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III. Observe the given picture carefully and answer the questions that follow:
(a) In what ways do you celebrate special moments with your friends?
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(b) How do these celebrations impact your friendship?
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(c) Share a favourite celebration memory with your friends.
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IV. Observe the given picture carefully and answer the questions that follow.
(a) Why is spending time together over a meal important for friendships?
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(b) What kind of meals or food do you share with your friends?
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(c) Describe a memorable meal or get-together you have had with your friends.
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Let us write
Imagine you are writing in your diary about a special friendship that means a lot to you. Describe a recent moment or experience with your friend that made you feel grateful. Reflect on what makes this friendship special and fyow it impacts your life. Write a diary entry in about 80-100 words.
Include specific details about the moment or experience with your friend, your feelings during that time, and why this friendship is important to you.
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