NCERT Class 6 English Poorvi Chapter 6 Question Answer The Chair

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The Chair NCERT Class 6th English Poorvi Chapter 6 Question Answer

The Chair Question Answer Class 6 English

Let us do these activities before we read. (Page 59)

Question 1.
Write two words that come to your mind when you think of friendship.
Answer:
Sharing, Empathy

(a) Now, find some more words that are related to friendship from the grid given below. You can search horizontally or vertically. There are eight words. One word has been marked as an example. The first letter of each word has been given in bold.

Answer:

(b) Fill in the blanks to complete the words, which mean the same as ‘friend’ or ‘friends’ with the help of the meanings.

Answer:

(c) There are so many words for a friend. What do you call ‘a friend’ in your language?
Answer:
Students activity, do it yourself.

Let us discuss (Page 61)

Question 1.
Mario was very proud of having so many friends. State whether True or False.
Answer:
True

Question 2.
What did the grandfather take from the attic?
Answer:
Special Chair

Question 3.
Will Mario face any challenges?
Answer:
Yes

Question 4.
Will Mario be able to use the magic?
Answer:
Yes

Let us discuss (Page 64)

Question 1.
Mario successfully sat on the invisible chair on his first attempt. State whether True or False.
Answer:
False

Question 2.
Fill in the blank with a suitable word.
Mario’s grandfather challenged him to a bet of __________.
Answer:
Fruit chaat

Question 3.
Match the following characters with their action.

Answer:
Guneet, Asma, and Deepa held Mario up, so he wouldn’t fall.

Let us think and reflect (Page 64)

Question 1.
Read the following lines and answer the questions that follow.
(a) “Take it. It’s a very special chair. As it’s invisible, it’s rather tricky to sit on. But if you take it to school and manage to sit on it, then the magic will work and you’ll be able to tell who your real friends are.”
(i) Fill in the blanks with two words that describe the chair.
The chair is _____________ and ___________.
Answer:
invisible, special

(ii) Why was it tricky to sit on the chair?
Answer:
It was tricky to sit on the chair because it was invisible, meaning Mario couldn’t see it to properly position himself.

(iii) Why does Mario’s grandfather call the chair ‘special’?
Answer:
Mario’s grandfather calls the chair ‘special’ because it has a magical quality that reveals who Mario’s true friends are when he manages to sit on it.

(b) “Wait, wait, just a slight technical problem,” he said, trying again. But again, he missed the seat, causing more surprised looks and laughter. Mario wouldn’t give up.
(i) Fill in the blank with a suitable reason.
Mario says there was a technical problem because ___________.
Answer:
he missed the seat

(ii) Mario’s friends were very caring and helpful. State whether True or False.
Answer:
False

(iii) Choose the correct option to complete the sentence.
Mario wouldn’t give up. This shows he is _____________.
(a) strong-willed
(b) supportive
(c) loving
(d) hard-working
Answer:
(a) strong-willed

Question 2.
Answer the following questions.
(a) What was the bet about?
Answer:
The bet was about whether Mario had real friends or just companions at school.

(b) What happened when Mario sat on the chair for the first time?
Answer:
When Mario sat on the chair for the first time, he missed and fell, causing laughter among his classmates.

(c) How was Mario able to find his real friends?
Answer:
Mario was able to find his real friends when he finally managed to sit on the invisible chair, through his true friends, Guneet, Asma, and Deepa, who supported him to prevent him from falling.

(d) Do you think the magic chair test was good? Why do you say so?
Answer:
Yes, the magic chair test was good because it helped Mario distinguish between his real friends who supported him and others who laughed at his attempts.

(e) What does ‘friends for life’ mean to you?
Answer:
‘Friends for life’ means having friends who are supportive, caring, and trustworthy, and with whom you share a deep bond that lasts through various life experiences.

(f) The grandfather’s idea helped Mario find his ‘real friends’. Mention any other way that would help you find out who are your ‘real friends’.
Answer:
Another way to find out who your real friends are could be through difficult situations where true friends show empathy, support, and loyalty, like Mario’s experience with the invisible chair.

Let us learn (Page 65)

Question 1.
Read the following words from the text.

Complete the following table by dividing the words into two parts. One has been done for you.

The words in Column A are called the root words. The sequences of letters that are in Column B which come after the root words are called suffixes.
Answer:

Question 2.
Match the following root words with suitable suffixes. You can use stuff more than once as shown. Use them to make sentences of your own. One has been done for you.

[Note: Observe the changes in spelling in a few word combinations.]
Answer:

Question 3.
Read the following lines from the story.
Mario, brave and determined, took the strange invisible chair…
You have already described the chair. Now, describe what kind of a person Mario is in the image given below.
[Use words from the story. You may also use words of your own.]

The words that describe the quality of a person or a thing are called adjectives.
Answer:

Question 4.
Match each word (adjectives) in Column A with a suitable word (noun) in Column B. You can make more than one combination. One has been done as an example.

Answer:

Question 5.
Complete the paragraph with suitable adjective-noun pairings. Use the words in the box given below.

Once upon a time in a little village, a/an (i) __________________ named Abhishek found a/an (ii) __________________ in the attic. He read (iii) __________________ about fairy lands, (iv) __________________, and (v) __________________. Abhishek’s eyes got big as he imagined these (vi) __________________. He told his friends about the stories, and they started to have their own (vii) __________________ when they played together.
Answer:
Once upon a time in a little village, a/an (i) happy boy named Abhishek found a/an (ii) old book in the attic. He read (iii) amazing stories about fairylands, (iv) colourful creatures, and (v) old castles. Abhishek’s eyes got big as he imagined these (vi) magical adventures. He told his friends about the stories, and they started to have their own (vii) fantastic adventures when they played together.

Let us listen (Page 68)

The Chair
When I first joined this new school, things were very difficult. There was Monika. She was a supportive friend who guided me, introduced me to others, and even shared her notes. That made me comfortable in the school. Since then, Monika and I have been together through difficult times and happy times. She is the kind of friend who is always there for you. I’m thankful for her, and how her help and support turned into a really good friendship.

You will listen to the audio or narration once again. As you listen, check your answers. You will listen to Manu talk about her friend, Monika. As you listen, fill in the blanks with words that you hear.
(a) Monika found it _____________ when she was admitted to the school.
(b) Manu was _____________ and helped by her in many ways.
(c) So, it was not so _____________ for the new girl to adjust in the school.
(d) Both friends experienced difficult and _____________ moments together.
(e) Manu is _____________ to Monika for making her life easy and finding a friend.
You will listen to the girl once again.
Answer:
(a) Monika found it supportive when she was admitted to the school.
(b) Manu was comfortable and helped by her in many ways.
(c) So, it was not so difficult for the new girl to adjust to the school.
(d) Both friends experienced difficult and happy moments together.
(e) Manu is thankful to Monika for making her life easy and finding a friend.

Let us speak (Page 68)

Question 1.
Work in pairs. Read the following qualities of a friend.

Discuss in pairs. Choose any four positive qualities that you would like your friend to have. Give a reason for your choice. Use the hints given below when you speak.
I feel my friend should be … because …
I think the quality I want in my friend is being …. The reason for this is …
I believe my friend should be … This is to…
If my friend is … then …
Answer:
I feel my friend should be honest because all friendships are built on trust.
I think the quality I want in my friend is being trustworthy. The reason for this is that then only I can tell my secrets to him.
I believe my friends should be kind and respectful to me. This is to show my Kindness also.
If my friend is sad then I will try to make him happy and help him to find support.

Let us write (Page 69)

Question 1.
Read the messages that Mario has written to his friends Deepa, Guneet, and Asma.

(a) Now, choose the correct word given in brackets to complete Mario’s message to Guneet.
Dear Guneet,
I am __________________ (thankful to/requesting) God to have you as a __________________ (lucky/real) friend for life. When everyone was __________________ (laughing at/talking to) me, Deepa, Asma and you showed me that you __________________ (will save/care for) me. You are indeed a __________________ (blessing/loving) in my life.
Best wishes,
Mario
Answer:
I am thankful to (thankful to/requesting) God to have you as a real (lucky/real) friend for life. When everyone was laughing at (laughing at/talking to) me, Deepa, Asma and you showed me that you care for (will save/care for) me. You are indeed a blessing (blessing/loving) in my life.
Best wishes,
Mario

(b) Now, write your message to your best friend. You may take ideas from the story, ‘The Unlikely Best Friends’ and the poem, ‘A Friend’s Prayer’.
Answer:
Students do it yourself.

Let us explore (Page 70)

Question 1.
Find out more stories about ‘Friendship’. It could be from your state, other states or other countries too. You can share them with your class.
Answer:
Classroom Activity.

Question 2.
Describe your friends by filling in the blanks with suitable words. This is known as an acrostic poem.
F ________________
R ________________
I ________________
E ________________
N ________________
D ________________
S ________________
Answer:
Fun-loving
Reliable
Inspiring
Empathetic
Nurturing
Dependable
Supportive

Question 3.
Complete the following task by talking to different people of different age groups as mentioned in the table. You may divide the class into groups to do the following:

After gathering responses:

• Discuss similarities and differences across age groups.
• Reflect: on how viewpoints on friendship may change with age and life experiences.
• Present: a summary of the group’s responses, emphasizing key themes or unique insights.

Answer:
Classroom Activity.