Hobbies, My English Reader, Class VI, DAV Board, The Best Solutions, Section- C

Section – C

C.1. following are the names of some famous writers, books and characters. work with your partner and classify them under the three headings given below.:

Discussion Prompt:

Do you know something about any writer, book, or character? Share your thoughts.

Example Answer:
Yes, I have read Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling. I like the character Harry because he is brave, loyal to his friends, and always fights against injustice. The magical world is very exciting and full of surprises.

You can also discuss:

• Swami from R.K. Narayan’s Swami and Friends – a simple, relatable Indian schoolboy.
• Hercule Poirot from Agatha Christie’s detective stories – very clever and mysterious.

C.2. reading is a hobby. survey your class and find out how many students enjoy this hobby.

Sample Survey Table (You can conduct a quick survey and fill in real numbers)

Conclusion: Out of 30 students, 18 enjoy reading. Most enjoy adventure, fantasy, or comics.

C.3. every child must read two to three books in a year. To select a good book to read, go through some book reviews in newspapers and magazines. They will help you decide which book to read.

✨ Why Every Child Should Read 2–3 Books a Year:

• Builds vocabulary and imagination.
• Improves concentration and patience.
• Makes you more knowledgeable and empathetic.

🧐 How to Choose a Good Book?

• Read book reviews in:
  • Newspapers (e.g., The Hindu, Times of India)
  • Magazines (e.g., The Week, Outlook)
  • Online (e.g., Goodreads, Amazon ratings)

🖊️ What is a Book Review?

A book review is a short critical report that tells you:

• What the book is about
• Its strong and weak points
• Whether it’s worth reading

C.4. carefully listen to the tape script and complete the sentences.

(a) The speaker’s mother bought this dictionary because she was writing science textbooks.

(b) The speaker was first attracted by the colours and beautiful pictures in the dictionary.

(c) The dictionary gives the pronunciation of different words in an easy manner.

(d) The speaker is interested both in physics and biology.

(e) The dictionary gives brief biographies of more than 140 scientists.

C.5. Your school is celebrating ‘Book week’. As the secretary of the ‘Literary club’ of the school, prepare a speech to be delivered in the school assembly on the need to inculcate and strengthen reading habits. Advise your schoolmates to make maximum use of the school library and to keep a record of the books read. You can take help of the following clues.

Topic: The Power of Reading – Why We Must Read More

Respected Principal, Teachers, and My Dear Friends,

Good morning! I’m [Your Name], the Secretary of the Literary Club. Today, I feel honoured to speak to you as we celebrate Book Week, a time to recognise the power and joy that books bring into our lives.

In our fast-paced digital world, we often forget the importance of reading. But let me remind you — a book is your best friend. It teaches you, guides you, and inspires you. Reading regularly can make you a better person by enhancing your personality, improving your vocabulary, and sharpening your thinking skills.

Books do much more than provide knowledge. They develop your imagination, help you express your thoughts better, and improve your writing and speaking skills. A good book also builds your ability to make decisions — it develops your power of discretion.

I urge all of you to make the most of our wonderful school library. Explore different genres, from adventure to biographies, science to classics. Try to read at least one book every month, and keep a small record or reading journal to track your progress.

Let’s take a pledge this Book Week: to switch off our screens for a while and switch on to books. After all, “Readers are Leaders” — and the more we read, the more we grow!

Thank you and Happy Reading!