Class 6 English Chapter 8 Worksheet What a Bird Thought
What a Bird Thought Worksheet
Warm up
Question 1.
What did you think about the world when you were younger?
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Question 2.
What new experience changed your view?
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Question 3.
How has your view broadened over time?
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Question 4.
What is your current view of the world?
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Textbook
I. Arrange the following statements in the order they appear in the poem. Write the numbers 1 to 5 next to each statement to show the correct sequence.
- The speaker flies beyond the tree and sees that the world is made of leaves. _________________
- The speaker moves to a little nest and believes the world is made of straw. _________________
- The speaker reflects on their journey and admits that neither they nor their neighbours know how the world is truly made. _________________
- The speaker lives in a little house and thinks the world is small and round. _________________
- The speaker realizes they do not fully understand how the world is made. _________________
II. Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow:
At length I flew beyond the tree,
Quite fit for grown-up labours,
I don’t know how the world is made,
And neither do my neighbours.
Question 1.
What does the phrase “At length I flew beyond the tree” suggest about the speaker’s journey?
(a) The speaker left their home for the first time. _________________
(b) The speaker climbed the tree. _________________
(c) The speaker explored new places beyond their familiar surroundings. _________________
(d) The speaker returned to their nest. _________________
Question 2.
In the context of the poem, what does “grown-up labours” imply?
(a) Playing with friends _________________
(b) Doing household chores _________________
(c) Studying for school _________________
(d) The responsibilities and work associated with adulthood _________________
Question 3.
What realization does the speaker have about their understanding of the world?
(a) They have complete knowledge of the world. _________________
(b) They are uncertain about how the world is made. _________________
(c) They believe the world is simple and easy to understand. _________________
(d) They feel they know more than their neighbours. _________________
Question 4.
What does the line “And neither do my neighbours” indicate about the collective understanding of the world?
(a) The speaker and their neighbours share a similar lack of understanding about the world. _________________
(b) The neighbours know everything about the world. _________________
(c) Only the neighbours understand how the world is made. _________________
(d) The neighbours have no interest in learning about the world. _________________
Question 5.
How does this extract reflect the theme of the poem?
(a) It shows the speaker’s confidence in their knowledge. _________________
(b) It illustrates the speaker’s realization of the complexity and mystery of the world. _________________
(c) It emphasizes the simplicity of the world. _________________
(d) It highlights the speaker’s disinterest in exploring the world. _________________
III. Match each word from the poem with its correct meaning. Write the correct options in the Answers Box provided.
Word | Meaning |
1. Nestled | (a) To move wings quickly and lightly |
2. Flutter | (b) To be comfortably settled or placed |
3. Labour | (c) A small structure made by birds for laying eggs and raising young |
4. Nest | (d) Work, especially physical work |
5. Blind | (e) Unable to see; lacking perception or understanding |
IV. Use the appropriate word from the list below to fill in the blanks in the sentences.
nestled, fluttered, labours, neighbours, shell
Question 1.
The bird _________________ from its nest, exploring the new world around it.
Question 2.
The world was thought to be a pale, blue _________________
Question 3.
The young bird _________________ in the comfort of its mother’s feathers.
Question 4.
The speaker feels ready for grown-up _________________ beyond the tree.
Question 5.
The speaker admits that neither they nor their _________________ know how the world is truly made.
V. For each word below, write a synonym (a word with a similar meaning) and an antonym (a word with an opposite meaning).
Art Integration
For each adjective given in the table below, write a noun and draw a visual representation of what the adjective describes. The visual should capture the essence and mood conveyed by the adjective in the context of the poem. One has been done as an example.
Compose a short poem using some of the adjectives from the list.
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Let us listen
You will listen to a rap song. As you listen, fill in the blanks with appropriate words or phrases.
Question 1.
The speaker started small, in a _________________ house, feeling fine.
Question 2.
They thought the world was blue, round like a _________________
Question 3.
After the little house, the speaker moved to a _________________ made of straw.
Question 4.
The speaker realized that their vision of the world began to _________________ as they explored.
Question 5.
The song concludes by emphasizing that the journey of discovery is always _________________ something new.
Let us speak
Select a bird species you find interesting or are familiar with. Research on the species and collect facts to present in the class.
Fill in the worksheet to plan your presentation.
1. Name of the bird: _________________________________________________
2. Habitat:
(a) Where does this bird live? (e.g., forest, desert, wetlands) _________________________________________________
(b) What is its preferred environment? (e.g., trees, open fields) _________________________________________________
3. Physical Characteristics:
Describe the bird’s appearance, (e.g., size, colour, special features) _________________________________________________
4. Diet:
What does the bird eat? _________________________________________________
5. Importance in Nature:
Why is this bird important to its ecosystem? (e.g., pollination, pest control) _________________________________________________
6. Fun Facts:
Share one or two interesting facts about this bird. _________________________________________________
(a) In pairs give a 2 to 3 minutes oral presentation about your chosen bird based on the information gathered.
(b) You may use visual aids (e.g., pictures or drawings) to enhance your presentation.
(c) Each student should cover the following points:
- Introduction of the bird species and its name.
- Description of its habitat and physical characteristics.
- Information on its diet, and any unique habits.
- Explanation of the bird’s role and importance in its ecosystem.
- Share one or two fun or lesser-known facts about the bird.
Let us write
Imagine you are a bird living in a beautiful forest. Write a short story (about 100 words) describing a day in your life. Include details about where you live, what you eat, and any adventures or interesting things you experience throughout the day. Make use of descriptive words to make your story vivid and engaging. Remember to give a little to your story.
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