Std 6 English Unit 3 Strength of Nature 12

Std 6 Unit 3

Manners Matter

Words for a Better Character

Afraid of

• Meaning: Feeling fear or worry about something or someone.

  1. She was afraid of speaking in front of the large crowd.

  2. My little brother is afraid of the dark.

  3. You shouldn't be afraid of making mistakes if you are trying your best.

  4. He was not afraid of telling the truth, even when it was difficult.

  5. Many people are afraid of spiders.

Companion

• Meaning: A person or animal with whom one spends a lot of time and feels a strong bond.

  1. The old man's only companion was his loyal dog.

  2. He was a great travel companion because he was always cheerful.

  3. A good companion is someone who listens to you.

  4. The princess had a brave knight as her trusted companion.

  5. She found a kind and understanding companion in her new classmate.

Enthusiastic

• Meaning: Having or showing intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval.

  1. He was enthusiastic about going to the amusement park.

  2. The teacher was very enthusiastic about the students' creative project.

  3. She gave an enthusiastic welcome to all the guests at her party.

  4. The fans gave an enthusiastic cheer when their team scored.

  5. If you are enthusiastic about your work, it is a lot easier to do.

Rarely

• Meaning: Not often; almost never.

  1. He rarely eats fast food because he prefers home-cooked meals.

  2. It rarely snows in this part of the country.

  3. She is very busy and rarely has time to relax.

  4. We rarely see that bird in our garden.

  5. A good friend is someone who will rarely let you down.

Get lost

• Meaning: To not know where one is or which way to go.

  1. Without a map, we might get lost in the new city.

  2. The campers were careful not to get lost in the thick forest.

  3. It's easy to get lost in a big shopping mall.

  4. He always uses a GPS so he won't get lost.

  5. I had to ask for directions so I wouldn't get lost on my way to your house.

Lying

• Meaning: The act of not telling the truth.

  1. She was caught lying to her parents about her homework.

  2. Telling a lying story to a friend can hurt their feelings.

  3. Honesty is important, so we should never be found lying.

  4. I could tell from his face that he was lying about the broken vase.

  5. Lying is a bad habit that can cause a lot of problems.

Almighty

• Meaning: Having complete power and control; used to refer to God or a supreme power.

  1. He prayed to the Almighty for strength and guidance.

  2. The king was once considered to be an almighty ruler in his country.

  3. In many cultures, people believe in an almighty force that created the universe.

  4. The wise man knelt to thank the Almighty for his blessings.

  5. We should be respectful of the Almighty's creation.

Believe

• Meaning: To accept that something is true or real.

  1. I believe in telling the truth no matter what.

  2. Do you believe that aliens exist?

  3. It's hard to believe that she finished the entire book in one day.

  4. She told me a story that was very difficult to believe.

  5. I believe in you and know you can pass this test.

Lifted

• Meaning: Past tense of "to lift," meaning to raise something to a higher position.

  1. He lifted the heavy box and placed it on the shelf.

  2. The child lifted his hands to be picked up by his mother.

  3. The crane lifted the steel beams to the top of the building.

  4. She lifted her head and smiled at the good news.

  5. The fog lifted and we could finally see the sun.

To fetch

• Meaning: To go after and bring back something or someone.

  1. The dog was trained to fetch the ball from the lake.

  2. He went to fetch a glass of water for his tired grandmother.

  3. I have to walk down the street to fetch the morning newspaper.

  4. The father went to fetch his children from school.

  5. Can you please go to fetch the mail from the mailbox?

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Manners Matter Quiz

1. Which word means "a person with whom you spend a lot of time"?

a) a stranger

b) a companion

c) an enemy

d) a leader

2. If you are very excited and interested in a new project, you are:

a) enthusiastic

b) afraid

c) lazy

d) sleepy

3. When you tell a story that is not true, you are:

a) telling the truth

b) lying

c) being honest

d) confessing

4. What does the phrase "get lost" mean?

a) to find your way

b) to arrive safely

c) to become a good friend

d) to not know where you are

5. Which word means "not often"?

a) always

b) sometimes

c) rarely

d) often

6. Which word means "having complete power and control"?

a) weak

b) simple

c) almighty

d) humble

7. If you raise a box to a higher position, you have:

a) pulled it

b) lowered it

c) lifted it

d) dropped it

8. What does "to fetch" mean?

a) to drop something

b) to hide something

c) to go for something and bring it back

d) to throw something away

9. When you accept that something is true, you are doing what?

a) arguing

b) doubting

c) believing

d) lying

10. What does the phrase "afraid of" mean?

a) to feel very happy

b) to feel brave

c) to feel a strong dislike for something

d) to feel fear or worry about something

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Answers:

1. b)

2. a)

3. b)

4. d)

5. c)

6. c)

7. c)

8. c)

9. c)

10. d)

TEST 11