Expert Detectives / Mystery of the Talking Fan — English STD 7 — Question

Imagine you are Mary. Write a short dialogue where you appropriately converse with Mrs. Harding and Mrs. Lee, avoiding the blunders described in the play.

How did the king and the hermit help the wounded man?

What can we infer about Mary’s understanding of polite conversation based on her interactions with the guests?

Work in pairs to complete the table, by writing any three ways in which we can celebrate the victories and honour the sacrifices of the soldiers. An example has been done for you. Share your answers with your classmates and the teacher.

Celebrating their Victories	Honouring their Sacrifices
	visiting a war memorial

“Prime of your youth given to the nation” – Elaborate on how this line captures the essence of the entire poem.

How did the kind old couple treat their dog?

The poem uses various terrains to describe soldiers’ duties. Explain how this geographical representation enhances the poem’s message about their service.

What lesson does the young child narrator learn from his mother?

How is cricket different from other team games ?

What does the support of the people of Ullal and the soldiers for Rani Abbakka suggest about their mindset?