Conquering the Summit English - Conquering the Summit

The antonym of endurance is:

Whose teachings inspired Arunima during her journey to the summit of Mount Everest?

When was Arunima awarded Padma Shri?

How old was Arunima Sinha when she met with a train accident?

What inspired Arunima Sinha to climb Mount Everest?

Arunima and her family had a natural inclination towards athletics.

Arunima’s parents wanted her to choose mountaineering her career.

To scale Mount Everest was Arunima Sinha’s childhood dream.

Arunima climbed the seventh peak on Antarctica and became world’s first female amputee to climb Mount Vinson.

Arunima’s father was an army engineer, so she wanted to join the army.

Bachendri Pal _______ confidence in Arunima Sinha.

Arunima Sinha was a _______ headed lady.

Highest mountain of Europe is _______ .

Throughout her journey Arunima has faced _______ numerous challenges and setbacks.

Arunima Sinha underwent eighteen months of _______ training.

How would they prepare for these activities?

Why do you think people undertake the activities identified above?

Why did Arunima approach Bachendri Pal?

What does the story of Arunima narrates?

Who inspired Arunima to climb Mount Everest?

Arunima says, “Failure is when we don’t have goals worthy enough.” What would be the most likely impact of this statement on readers?

Arunima is a beacon of hope and resilience. Support this statement with evidence from the text.

What did Arunima do in order to fulfill her ambition of conquering Mount Everest?

Which one of them do you find the most exciting? Why?

Identify the activities represented by the icons given below.

Arunima’s autobiography is titled Born Again on the Mountain: A Story of Losing Everything and Finding It Back. Why do you think this title is appropriate?

Complete the following table by filling in the gaps with correct parts of speech mentioned. An example has been done for you.

Nouns	Adjectives	Verbs (present)	Adverbs
determination	determined	determine	determinedly
relief			relievedly
	inspiring	inspire
resistance			resistantly
success	successful

Find out more information about the following adventure sports in our country and complete the table given below:

Name	Area	Preferred Time of the Year	Equipment Required
snow skiing	snow-covered hills		skis, ski suit,
trekking		Spring, Autumn, Winter	pole
camping	grassy areas		tent, torch,
river rafting
scuba diving			scuba suit, mask, fins,

Work in pairs to complete the word web given below.

Fill in the blanks with ‘a’, ‘an’, ‘the’. Put an ‘x’ where no article is required.
We planned (i) _______ adventurous trip to (ii) _______ remote island. (iii) _______ island was known for its beautiful landscapes and (iv) _______ diverse wildlife. On (v) _______ fist day, we set out to explore (vi) _______ island’s dense jungle. (vii) _______ guide led us through (viii) _______ thick foliage and showed us (ix) _______ hidden waterfall. In (x) _______ evening, we gathered around (xi) _______ campfie to share stories and enjoy (xii) _______ meal we cooked. (xiii) _______ experience was truly unforgettable, and we felt (xiv) _______ connection with (xv) _______ nature.

Read the phrases in sentences (i)-(v) and match them with their appropriate meanings given below.
1. genuine, sincere efforts
2. strength of mind
3. periods of time filled with tiring and demanding activities
4. an incident or experience that significantly changes a person’s life
5. a source of inspiration or encouragement
(i) Nisha was relieved when the final match was over after several exhausting days of practice.
(ii) Despite several failures, her heartfelt attempts to learn the guitar showed her determination and passion for music.
(iii) Moving to a new city was a life-altering event for Jagan, as it gave him the chance to make new friends and try different activities.
(iv) Competing in the marathon requires not just physical strength but also mental fortitude to stay focused and finish the race.
(v) The lighthouse served as a beacon of hope for the sailors lost at sea.

What qualities did Arunima possess that enabled her to climb the highest peak in the world despite being handicapped?

What would Arunima have done after her accident if she had not read the article on Mount Everest?

Write a letter to the Principal of your school requesting her to organise an excursion to a nearby hill station for Grade 7 students of your school.

On 21 May 2013, after 52 exhausting days, Arunima Sinha reached the summit of Mount Everest. Standing at the top of the world, she felt a surge of emotions-pride, relief, and an overwhelming sense of achievement. She displayed the Indian flag at the summit and left behind a photograph of her idol, Swami Vivekananda, whose teachings had inspired her throughout her journey.
Q.1. When did Arunima reach the top of Mount Everest?
Q.2. How many days did it take for Arunima to climb Mount Everest?
Q.3. What emotions did Arunima feel at the top?
Q.4. Whose photograph leave at the summit?

To pursue her ambition, Arunima Sinha completed a basic mountaineering course at the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering in Uttarkashi, followed by eighteen months of rigorous training. Arunima approached Bachendri Pal, the first Indian woman to summit Everest, to guide her in the endeavour.
Q.1. Where did Arunima complete her mountaineering course?
Q.2. Who was Bachendri Pal?
Q.3. How long did Arunima train for climbing Everest?
Q.4. What does the word ‘rigorous’ mean in this passage?

This is a story that narrates the triumph of will, courage, determination, and dedication. Arunima Sinha’s journey from a devastating accident to scaling the highest peak in the world stands as a beacon of hope and resilience. In 2011, at the age of 24, Arunima Sinha, a national-level volleyball player, faced a life-altering event. It challenged her in ways she could never have imagined.
Q.1. What-qualities of Arunima Sinha are highlighted in this passage?
Q.2. Why is Arunima’s journey considered aspiring?
Q.3. What does the phrase beacon of hope and resilience’ mean in this passage?
Q.4. How did Arunima’s Hife change at the age of 24?