Std 6 English Unit 3 Strength of Nature 15

 

Std 6 

Unit 3

Manners Matter

Choosing a Bolder Path

Bush

• Meaning: A plant that is smaller than a tree and has many branches growing from or near the ground.

1. The little bird built its nest in a small bush next to the house.

2. He had to walk through the thick bush to get to the other side of the park.

3. A pretty rose bush grew near the front gate.

4. The cat was hiding behind a large bush, waiting to pounce.

5. We trimmed the bush into the shape of a cube.

Chase

• Meaning: To follow quickly after someone or something to catch them.

1. The dog loves to chase the ball that I throw for him.

2. We watched a cat chase a mouse across the yard.

3. He had to chase after the bus to get on it in time.

4. The police car was in a high-speed chase with a robber.

5. The children love to play a game where they chase each other.

Mainland

• Meaning: A large continuous area of land that is not an island.

1. We took a ferry from the island to the mainland.

2. The island is only a few miles away from the mainland.

3. He lives on a small island but often travels to the mainland for work.

4. All the supplies are shipped from the mainland to the island.

5. The fishermen returned to the mainland after a long week at sea.

Wander

• Meaning: To walk or move in a relaxed way without a clear purpose or direction.

1. She likes to wander through the old city streets and look at the buildings.

2. Be careful not to wander too far from the group.

3. His mind began to wander during the long meeting.

4. He would often wander through the forest, enjoying the peace and quiet.

5. The little lamb started to wander away from its mother.

Approach

• Meaning: To come near or nearer to something or someone.

1. We heard footsteps approach the front door.

2. As we approach the end of the semester, we have to study harder.

3. The plane began to approach the airport runway.

4. She was not sure how to approach her boss about the problem.

5. The wild animal did not seem to be afraid as we approach it.

Scared

• Meaning: Feeling fear or worry.

1. The little girl was scared of the monster in her dream.

2. He felt scared when he heard a strange noise in the house.

3. She was too scared to try the difficult rock climbing wall.

4. The loud thunder and lightning made the dog scared.

5. It's okay to feel scared sometimes, but you can always be brave.

Prayed

• Meaning: Past tense of "to pray," meaning to speak to God or a spiritual being, often to ask for help or express thanks.

1. She prayed for her family's health and happiness.

2. The villagers prayed for rain during the dry season.

3. He prayed silently before taking his final exam.

4. The children prayed that their lost cat would come home safely.

5. We prayed together at the temple for peace.

Comfort

• Meaning: A state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint; also, a feeling of sympathy and support.

1. He found comfort in the warm blanket and a hot cup of tea.

2. She tried to comfort her friend who was feeling sad.

3. The old chair provided a lot of comfort for his back.

4. The dog's presence brought him great comfort when he was alone.

5. He spoke words of comfort to the grieving family.

Forward

• Meaning: In the direction that is in front; onward.

1. She took a step forward and introduced herself to the new student.

2. The car moved slowly forward in the traffic.

3. He looked forward to his summer vacation.

4. They decided to move forward with the plan.

5. Please step forward to receive your prize.

Bolder

• Meaning: More confident and courageous; less afraid.

1. As she grew up, she became much bolder and spoke her mind.

2. He took a bolder step into the unknown cave.

3. The artist used a bolder red color to make the painting stand out.

4. After his success, he became a bolder risk-taker in his business.

5. She felt bolder after her coach gave her some encouragement.

Decided

• Meaning: Past tense of "to decide," meaning to choose or make up one's mind after thinking.

1. She decided to go to the movies with her friends instead of studying.

2. After a long discussion, they decided to start a new business.

3. He had to think for a while, but he finally decided to take the job offer.

4. The team decided on a new strategy for the game.

5. They decided to take a trip to the beach for their vacation.

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Manners Matter Quiz

1. Which word means "to follow quickly after someone to catch them"?

a) wander

b) chase

c) approach

d) comfort

2. If you are feeling worried and afraid, you are:

a) happy

b) confident

c) brave

d) scared

3. What is the meaning of "to wander"?

a) to run quickly

b) to walk without a clear purpose

c) to travel in a straight line

d) to go to a specific place

4. A person who is more confident and less afraid is:

a) timid

b) weak

c) bolder

d) scared

5. What does the word "mainland" mean?

a) a small island

b) a large, continuous area of land

c) a body of water

d) a mountain

6. Which word means "to come nearer to something or someone"?

a) depart

b) escape

c) approach

d) hide

7. If you speak to God or a spiritual being, you have:

a) told a lie

b) shouted

c) prayed

d) whispered

8. What does "comfort" provide?

a) a feeling of danger

b) a state of physical ease

c) a feeling of loneliness

d) a loud noise

9. When you choose something after thinking about it, you have:

a) argued

b) doubted

c) decided

d) guessed

10. Which word means "in the direction that is in front"?

a) backward

b) sideways

c) forward

d) upward

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Answers:

1. b)

2. d)

3. b)

4. c)

5. b)

6. c)

7. c)

8. b)

9. c)

10. c)

TEST 14