Section – C
C.1. Discuss in pairs.
(i) Do you think that people who are proud and rude are popular among other people?
Sample Answer:
No, people who are proud and rude are usually not popular. Others may avoid them because they don’t behave politely or respect others’ feelings. People like to be around those who are humble, kind, and friendly.
Discussion Points:
- Rude people often hurt others with their words or actions.
- Proud people think too highly of themselves, which can make others uncomfortable.
- Popular people are usually helpful and respectful.
(ii) Do such people bring happiness to others?
Sample Answer:
No, such people rarely bring happiness to others. Their behaviour often makes people feel angry, sad, or unimportant. To spread happiness, one must be kind, understanding, and caring.
Discussion Points:
- Happy relationships are built on respect and kindness.
- Being rude or arrogant creates conflict instead of joy.
- A good person brings a smile to others’ faces through their actions and words.
C.3. Answer the following questions from the story by choosing the appropriate answers from the blurbs given on the next page.:
(i) What did the pointed beard of one prince remind the princess?
Answer – It reminded the princess of the beak of a thrush (a bird).
(ii) What did the king do to the princess in a fit of anger?
Answer – He married her to a beggar passing by the palace.
(iii) What kind of life did the princess lead with the beggar?
Answer – She led a hard life with the beggar as she had to do all the household work and earn money.
(iv) What did King Thrushbeard try to teach the princess?
Answer – He tried to teach her that one should not be proud and rude to others.
C.4. Read the following extracts and answer the questions given below.
(i) ‘Whose city is this?’ asked the princess.
‘It is King Thrushbeard’s. It might have been yours,’ said the beggar.
(a) Which city is being referred to here?
Answer – The city ruled by King Thrushbeard.
(b) How could have the city been the princess’s city?
Answer – If she had agreed to marry King Thrushbeard, she would have become queen.
(c) Who is the beggar?
Answer – The beggar is actually King Thrushbeard in disguise.
(ii) Hiding behind the curtain the princess watched and wept at her sad state.
(a) Why did the princess hide behind the curtain?
Answer – She was ashamed and didn’t want anyone to see her in her ragged clothes.
(b) What was she watching?
Answer – A grand feast at the castle for the birthday of the eldest prince.
(c) Who was responsible for her sad state?
Answer – Her own proud and arrogant behaviour was responsible.
C.5. From the Aid Box below find the words that have meanings similar to the ones written in Column I. Write the correct word in the space provided in Column II.
Column I | Column II |
(i) proud | haughty |
(ii) shout | scream |
(iii) miserable | wretched |
(iv) shabby | dirty |
(v) good-looking | handsome |
(vi) ragged | torn |
C.6. Write ‘T’ for true and ‘F’ for false for the following statements.
Statement | T/F |
(i) The king held a banquet to find a suitable boy for his daughter. | T |
(ii) The princess was happy to go with her husband. | F |
(iii) The princess was appointed as the kitchen head. | F |
(iv) She took left over food from the table for herself. | T |
(v) King Thrushbeard was the most handsome man in the party. | T |
(vi) The princess refused to dance with the king. | F |
(vii) The beggar was actually King Thrushbeard in disguise. | T |
(viii) The princess realised her mistake and asked for forgiveness. | T |
C.7. Life Skills
‘In a fit of anger, the king gave princess to a beggar as his wife? Do you think the king made the correct decision of giving away his daughter to a beggar? Why/Why not?
Answer- No, the king should not have given his daughter to a beggar in a fit of anger. While he wanted to teach her a lesson, such a harsh decision could have put her life in danger. There were better ways to correct her behaviour through love, guidance, and patience.
C.8. Value Based Questions
(i) Do you approve of the princess’s arrogant attitude towards everyone at the beginning of the story? Why/Why not?
Answer- No, I do not approve of her arrogance. She insulted all the princes and showed no respect. It’s important to treat others kindly, no matter who they are.
(ii) Do you think she is worthy of praise for the hard work she put in to look after her husband and herself after her marriage? Discuss with reasons.
Answer- Yes, she is worthy of praise because she learned from her mistakes and accepted her new life. She worked hard, did all kinds of household tasks, and even took up a job. This shows her growth and willingness to change.
C.9. In the story, when the princess discovered that her husband was none other than King Thrushbeard, she was very happy. But, at the same time, she was guilty and felt sorry for her behaviour. She wrote a diary note that day.
Friday, 30th August
I am very happy today. My husband is not a beggar. He is none other than King Thrushbeard himself! I am so happy. and excited. At the same time, I feel very sorry for my haughty and arrogant behaviour. I have apologised to the king. I shall visit my father to seek his forgiveness. Princess
C.10. Imagine you are King Thrushbeard. You have told the princess why you disguised yourself as a beggar. You are very happy to see the princess asking for forgiveness. Complete the diary entry in the space given below.
Diary Entry – King Thrushbeard
Diary Entry:
Friday, 30th August
I am very happy today. My wife knows that I am King Thrushbeard. At first, it was difficult to see her suffer, but I had to teach her the value of humility. Today, I saw true change in her heart. She asked for forgiveness and showed genuine regret. I am proud of her transformation. Our future together will be full of love, respect, and happiness.
— King Thrushbeard