Section – C
C.1 A ‘Conservationist’ is a person who protects the environment and the threatened species. You don’t have to be an adult to be a conservationist. Even children can make a significant contribution to slow down the climate change and help people as well as animals all over the world.
Even a kid can make a difference. Do all you can to be a ‘conservationist’.
Moral: You don’t need to be old to make a difference. Even a child’s small action can protect nature.
C.3. Tick (✓) the correct option to complete the given statements.
(i) Sachin and Neha had come from—
Nicobar Islands.
a small town.
a hill station.
Answer – a hill station.
(ii) They were excited because they had been looking at—
the pictures of the Islands.
the seashore.
the trash scattered at the beach.
Answer – the pictures of the Islands.
(id)After looking at the surroundings of the beach, they were—
extremely happy,
disappointed.
not bothered at all.
Answer – disappointed.
(iv)The children had their dinner in the room because—
they were working on their plan.
they were very tired.
they were disappointed with the surroundings.
Answer – they were working on their plan..
(v)Red, big dustbins could be seen—
inside the hotel.
near the vendors.
everywhere at the beach.
Answer – near the vendors.
(vi) Neha and Sachin chalked out plans to make a green club—
In the school
In the colony
on the internet.
Answer – on the internet.
C.4 Complete the given statements briefly
(i) The children were disappointed on the beach because it was dirty and littered with trash.
(ii) Once in the sea-water, Neha and Sachin forgot the dirty surroundings and enjoyed the waves.
(iii) The mother felt proud when she saw a cleaner beach.
(iv) The hotel-manager also supported the children’s idea and placed red dustbins and placards on the beach.
(v) The children planned to form a green club and spread awareness online.
C.5. Read the given extracts and answer the questions that follow.
(i) ‘What a filthy place!’
(a) Who said this and to whom?
Answer – Neha said this to Sachin.
(b) Which place did the speaker call filthy and why?
Answer – She called the beach filthy because it was full of garbage like bottles, cans, and wrappers.
(ii) ‘I’d also like to wear a sash to be a member of your green brigade.’
(a) Who said these words?
Answer – Their father said these words.
(b) Whose green brigade is mentioned here?
Answer – Neha and Sachin’s green brigade is mentioned here.
(c) What did the green brigade do?
Answer – The green brigade worked to clean the beach and spread awareness about cleanliness.
C.6. Answer the following questions briefly.
(i) Where did Neha and Sachin live? What was their plan for vacation?
Answer – They lived in a hill station and planned to visit the Nicobar Islands for vacation.
(ii) Why were they disappointed at the sight of the beach?
Answer – They were disappointed because the beach was littered with trash and not well maintained.
(iii) Did Neha and Sachin enjoy in the sea-water? How do you know?
Answer – Yes, they enjoyed a lot in the sea-water as they played, collected shells, and splashed water on each other.
(iv) What made the parents of Neha and Sachin feel proud?
Answer – Their parents were proud because the children took initiative to clean the beach and inspired others to do the same.
C. 7. Life Skills
Are your class fellows indifferent to the cleanliness of the school surroundings or do they make an effort to keep it clean?
(i) Share your observations/experiences with your partner.
Answer – Some classmates are careful and throw waste in bins, while others litter the floor or forget to keep their desks clean.
(ii) Also discuss the steps that can be taken up to inculcate a sense of cleanliness among the students.
Answer – Steps to encourage cleanliness:
Organize cleanliness drives.
Put posters and reminders in classrooms.
Appreciate students who maintain cleanliness.
Assign cleanliness duties in turns.
C.8. Value Based Question
From the box pick up the phrases that you associate with Sachin and Neha. Give reasons for your choice.
Answer – Phrases from the box that suit Neha and Sachin:
- Concern for nature – They cared about the dirty beach.
- Courage to act – They made a plan and implemented it.
- Leadership qualities – They led a cleaning mission and formed a green club.
C.9. Look at the words in the box. They suggest how we can react to certain situations. Depending on the situations that follow, write the reaction of the involved characters.
Situation | Reaction Word |
(i) When the children successfully completed their mission. | Overjoyed |
(ii) When they saw the littered beach. | Disappointed |
(iii) When the children’s parents saw the difference they made. | Proud |
(iv) When tourists were presented with sashes. | Embarrassed |
(v) When Sachin told Neha about his plan. | Excited |
C.10. Pick out at least three words from the bin that convey the same meaning as given in the box. Write these words against the box.
Box Word | Matching Words from the Bin |
trash | garbage, litter, waste |
filthy | dirty, unclean, grimy |
requested | appealed, pleaded, begged |
mission | task, assignment, project |
suggested | advised, proposed, recommended |
C.11. Imagine yourself to be Neha/Sachin. Write an e-mail to one of your friends telling him/her about your experience at the beach and your happiness at the success of the mission. Also share your plans of making a green club and invite him/her to join it.
Subject: Our Beach Cleaning Mission
Dear [Friend’s Name],
I just came back from a wonderful vacation to the Nicobar Islands with my family. At first, we were shocked to see how dirty the beach was! My brother Sachin and I felt really sad. So, we made a plan.
We bought red dustbins and made green placards with messages like “Keep the Beach Clean.” The next morning, we cleaned the beach ourselves, and slowly others joined in. Even the hotel staff and tourists appreciated our efforts.
Now we’ve started a “Green Club” on Facebook. I would love it if you joined us and helped spread the message!
Looking forward to hearing from you.
With love,
Neha
C.12. As the class-prefect, design a small colourful poster informing the students about the Do’s and Don’ts for keeping the classroom clean. Put it up on the class notice board.
🪧 Poster for Classroom Cleanliness (C.12)
🧽🧹 KEEP YOUR CLASSROOM CLEAN! 🧹🧽
📌 Do’s:
- Use the dustbin.
- Keep your desk tidy.
- Pick up trash if you see any.
❌ Don’ts:
- Don’t litter.
- Don’t scribble on desks or walls.
- Don’t eat in the classroom.
Let’s work together for a cleaner, brighter classroom! 🌟
C.13. There is an error in each sentence below. Listen to the tape script and correct the mistake after underlining it.
(i) Switch on the TV, computers, fans, lights, etc., when you leave a room.
Corrected: Switch off the TV, computers, fans, lights, etc., when you leave a room.
(ii) Indoor games will help saving electricity at home.
Corrected: Indoor games will help save electricity at home.
(iii) Follow 3Rs of Reduce, Reuse and Rewrite.
Corrected: Follow 3Rs of Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.
(iv) Throw-away paper plates are good for the environment.
Corrected: Reusable plates are good for the environment.
(v) Public transport and car pools are good for short distances.
Corrected: Public transport and car pools are good for long distances.
(vi) Carry a paper bag for shopping.
Corrected: Carry a cloth bag for shopping.
(vii) Adopt a dog in the neighbourhood.
Corrected: Adopt a tree in the neighbourhood.