February 23, 2026

std 8 english unit 4 tell me why act 6

ACTIVITY - 6

(A) Answer the questions

(1) Where was the science exhibition held? Answer: The science exhibition was held in Kartik's school.
(2) Who visited the science exhibition? Answer: Kartik and his mother visited the science exhibition.
(3) Give the names of the sections in the science exhibition. Answer: (1) Environment section (2) Health Plus section (3) Agriculture section.
(4) Who took part in the science exhibition? Answer: Prachi, Vasant and Anjana took part in the science exhibition.
(5) How are trees useful to us? Answer: Trees give us fruits, medicines and wood.
(6) Why should we eat bananas? Answer: We should eat bananas because they contain vitamins and calcium, which are good for health.
(7) Why is the bamboo a wonderful tree? Answer: The bamboo is a wonderful tree because it is used to build bridges, make fences, fishing rods, rafts, baskets, furniture, etc.
(8) What is hydroponics method of agriculture? Answer: In hydroponics method of agriculture, we have to make layers of stones on plastics on the terrace. They help plants to stand. Plants are then planted at appropriate distance.
(9) Why do we need a terrace garden? Answer: We need a terrace garden because we do not have enough space to grow trees and plants.
(10) What are the uses of bananas? Answer: Fruit is a nutritious food. Leaves are used as plates. Fibres are used to weave saris and make paper.

(B) Make a list of uses

Name of the plant / tree Uses in the dialogue Uses you have observed
Bamboo (વાંસ) • To build bridges
• To make fences
• To make fishing rods, rafts, baskets, and furniture
• To make a house
• To make a ladder
• To make decorative items
• To make flutes
Banana Tree (કેળ) • Leaves used as food containers or plates
• Fibers are used to weave saris
• Used in religious ceremonies
• To make cups, papers, and dishes
• To make banana chips
• For decorations

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