Kerala Syllabus Class 6 English: Unit 05 Hearth and Home: Lesson 01 - Unnikkuttan Goes to School - Questions and Answers | Activities | Teaching Manual | Teachers Handbook
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Std 6 English Unit V Hearth and Home - Lesson 01 Unnikkuttan Goes to School - Textual Questions and Answers & Activities
Hearth and Home - THE DOORWAY
♦ Answer the following questions.
• What season is shown in the picture?
The picture shows the rainy season.
• What do you feel about this season?
I feel very happy during the rainy season because it brings cool air and wet ground. Trees look fresh and green after the rain. I enjoy playing with paper boats in puddles.
• Which climate in Kerala do you find the most appealing?
Winter in Kerala feels the most appealing. The air is cool and pleasant, the skies are clear, and nature looks bright. It is the best time to enjoy beaches, backwaters, and hill stations peacefully.
Unnikkuttan Goes to School
♦ Answer the following questions.
1. What did Amma do when Unnikkuttan did not want to eat more uppumavu?
Amma gave him a small glass of water to drink. That would wash down the small quantity of uppumavu he had kindly consented to eat.
2. What items did Unnikkuttan check for in his schoolbag?
Unnikkuttan checked for the Malayalam Reader for the First Standard and the slate in his schoolbag.
3. What did Unnikkuttan keep safely between the pages of his Malayalam Reader?
Unnikkuttan kept the peacock’s feather and the piece of silver paper he had collected safely between the pages of his Malayalam Reader.
4. How did Unnikkuttan feel about his name written on the slate?
Unnikkuttan felt unhappy when he saw his name written on the slate. He scowled because Kuttettan had written only the initials of his name, P.C., in English.
5. What did Kuttettan give Unnikkuttan? Was he satisfied?
Kuttettan gave Unnikkuttan a small piece of slate pencil. Unnikkuttan was not satisfied and shouted because he wanted a full pencil.
6. What did Muthassan advise Unnikkuttan about walking in the rain? Why?
Muthassan advised Unnikkuttan to walk barefoot in the rain because if Unnikkuttan wore footwear, mud would splash on his clothes, so it was better to walk barefoot when the rain had made puddles on the path.
7. What was the weather like when Achan and Unnikkuttan left for school?
When Achan and Unnikkuttan left for school, it was drizzling.
8. Why do you think Unnikkuttan felt nervous when he entered the school compound?
Unnikkuttan felt nervous when he entered the school compound because Everything was new to him, including the hundreds of children who were making all the noise in the world!
9. What did the Headmaster do when Unnikkuttan told him his name?
When Unnikkuttan told his name, the Headmaster laughed and praised him for knowing his initials. Then the Headmaster opened a register and wrote Unnikkuttan’s name in it.
10. Who took him to the classroom?
Achan took Unnikkuttan to the classroom.
11. How did the teacher make Unnikkuttanfeel comfortable as he entered the classroom?
Radha Teacher introduced Unnikkuttan to the class as their new friend. She held his hand and showed him where to sit, so he felt comfortable.
♦ Activity 1
1. Read the sentences from the story.
Amma was chasing him with a half-finished plate of uppumavu.
“Unni, come on, finish this.”
But Unnikkuttan was not interested. So Amma gave him a small glass of water to drink. That would wash down the small quantity of uppumavu he had kindly consented to eat.
a. Write a few sentences about your breakfast.
You can make use of the following hints.
• At what time do you take breakfast?
• What is your favourite dish for breakfast?
• Who prepares breakfast for you?
Answer:
I take my breakfast at 8 o’clock in the morning.
My favourite dish for breakfast is dosa with chutney.
My mother prepares breakfast for me every day.
Sometimes we also have idli or uppumavu.
I drink a glass of milk after breakfast.
Breakfast gives me energy to play and study at school.
b. Do you like uppumavu? What ingredients are used to make this dish?
Prepare a recipe. You can use the following words.
roast, heat, add, splutter, chop, pour, stir, boil
List of ingredients
• One cup of rava
• .........................................
• .........................................
Roast the rava until it becomes golden brown. Heat the oil in a pan ................................................. When ready, serve it onto plates.
Answer:
Ingredients
• One cup of rava (semolina)
• Two tablespoons of oil or ghee
• One teaspoon mustard seeds
• One onion (chop into small pieces)
• One or two green chillies (chop finely)
• A few curry leaves
• Salt to taste
• Two cups of water
Roast the rava in a pan until it becomes golden brown. Keep it aside. Heat the oil in another pan. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Chop onion and green chillies, then add them with curry leaves. Fry for a minute. Pour two cups of water into the pan and add salt. Let the water boil. Slowly stir in the roasted rava, mixing well so no lumps form. Cook for a few minutes until soft. When ready, serve it onto plates.
♦ Activity 2
2. Read the following sentences.
Unnikkuttan placed the bag on a bench, opened it and inspected the contents. Yes, his school kit was complete with the Malayalam Reader for the First Standard and the slate. This was actually Unnikkuttan’s second slate in less than two weeks. The first had slipped from his hands and broken to pieces.
Look at the words in bold. They show relationships between words in a sentence.
a. Read the paragraph given below and underline such words. One has been done for you.
It was 7.30 in the morning. The sun was shining brightly in the sky, and birds were flying over the trees. Raja placed his books neatly on the table and kept his school bag beside the chair. Then, he walked into the kitchen to have breakfast. His mother gave him a glass of milk and a plate with delicious idlis. After eating, he put on his uniform and walked to the bus stop. He waited for the school bus under a big tree.
b. Unnikkuttan is fond of playing football. After school, he always plays football with his friends.
Now, look at the sentences that go with the pictures. Fill in the blanks with the missing words in each sentence that show relationship.
• Sanju is passing the ball to his friend.
• The football is on the ground.
• Unnikuttan runs towards the goalpost
• The football is flying into the goalpost.
• The players are standing in a circle.
c. Write a paragraph about any one of the following.
• Park
• Library
• Kitchen Garden
• Home
• Playground
You can make use of the relationship words given here.
in, on, over, around, after, under, behind, across, from
🏞️ Par
The park is full of green trees. Children play on the swings. Birds fly over the grass. A bench is under the big tree. People walk around the park in the evening.
📚 Library
The library is quiet and calm. In the library, students read books. A clock hangs on the wall. The librarian sits behind the desk. Children go to the library after school.
🌱 Kitchen Garden
The kitchen garden has fresh vegetables. In the garden, plants grow under the sun. Flowers bloom around the fence. A tap is behind the shed. We water the plants after breakfast.
🏡 Home
My home is warm and happy. In the home, we sit together after school. A lamp is on the table. Shoes are kept under the chair. Flowers grow around the house.
🎠 Playground
The playground is big and open. In the playground, children play after class. They run across the field. A slide stands under the tall tree. Friends laugh around the swings.
♦ Activity 3
3. Read the sentences from the story.
• The sheet of brown paper in which the salesman at the textile shop in the market had wrapped Amma’s mundu and veshti came handy.
Here, the word brown describes the paper.
Similarly, in the following sentence:
• Kuttettan took a small piece of slate pencil from the pocket.
The word small describes the slate pencil.
Here, brown and small are describing words. Such words describe the
qualities of objects or people.
a. Read the paragraph from the story. Pick out the describing words and
write them in the box.
As they climbed the steps to the verandah, Unnikkuttan saw the vast array of umbrellas. Some with hook handles hung on the rafters under the roof. Open umbrellas, both of cloth and palm leaves, filled up the verandah.
describing words:
• vast
• hook
• open
• cloth
• palm
b. Look at the picture of the garden below. Write a description using the following words.
There is a big tree in the middle of the garden.
...................................................................................................................
There is a big tree in the middle of the garden. The garden appears peaceful, with lush green bushes and tall plants. Small white flowers bloom near the path. Two excited children stand beside the white and orange flowers. A boy is flying a yellow kite in the garden. A long fence runs behind the short trees, and a happy person sits on a bench near the red flowers.
♦ Activity 4
4 a. Read the following sentences.
There were small puddles of water on the floor. Clearer than the puddles on the road, Unnikkuttan thought.
Here, puddles refer to rainwater pools formed on the ground after rain.
Children usually jump over the puddles on the road during the rainy season.
Do you like playing in rainwater?
Given in brackets are some fun things children do on rainy days.
Choose the right one from the brackets suitable to the pictures and write a sentence for each. A few examples are given.
(stomp in muddy water, play with paper boats in rainwater pool, splash in puddles, jump over puddles, make puddle art with sticks, dance in the rain)
b. Write a short note of your experience on a rainy day.
It was raining outside. The sky was full of dark clouds. I heard the sound of raindrops on the roof. The cool wind touched my face. I saw children playing in the rain. I wore my red raincoat and ran outside. The puddles were big and shiny. I jumped in them and splashed water everywhere. My shoes got wet, but I didn’t care. The trees looked fresh and green. I saw a rainbow after the rain stopped. It was the best rainy day ever.
♦ Activity 5
5 a. Read the sentence from the story.
“Come, let’s go,” said Achan.
Now, complete the following sentences using Let’s.
e.g. It’s playtime. Let’s play outside.
1. We shall draw a picture. Let’s draw the sun.
2. We feel like dancing. Let’s dance like butterflies.
3. It’s snack time. Let’s eat our snacks!
4. We love stories. Let’s read a funny story!
b. Imagine that you are with Unnikkuttan on his first day at school. A few incidents that happened on the day are given below. Unnikuttan needs some help from you. Use Let’s.
e.g. Unnikkuttan was nervous at school. Let’s talk to him.
1. Unnikkuttan was thirsty when he reached home. ______________
2. It was raining heavily. ______________
3. He is upset about the broken slate. ______________
4. He lost his way while going back home.______________
5. Unnikkuttan forgot his lunch. ______________
1. Unnikkuttan was thirsty when he reached home. Let’s give him some water.
2. It was raining heavily. Let’s take an umbrella.
3. He is upset about the broken slate. Let’s buy him a new one.
4. He lost his way while going back home. Let’s help him find the way.
5. Unnikkuttan forgot his lunch. Let’s share our food with him.
♦ Activity 6
6. Look at the sentences given below.
“It is better to go barefoot,” Muthassan who was watching him said.
Here Muthassan is cautioning Unnikkuttan about the precautions for the rainy
season. But these days, newspapers, television, radio and other media provide
information on such precautions regularly.
a. Here is a weather report and safety guide prepared by a young student covering the monsoon season from June to September. Take a look at it carefully and answer the questions that follow.
• Which month recorded the highest rainfall?
July recorded the highest rainfall
• What is the temperature range in August?
The temperature range in August is 26°C - 29°C
• In which month does Kerala experience rain with strong winds?
Kerala experiences rain with strong winds in July.
• Which month is considered the easiest for travelling?
August is considered the easiest month for travelling.
• What is the effect of rain on daily life in June?
In June, there is Flooding in some areas, especially low- lying areas like fields.
• What kind of rainfall leads to waterlogging?
Very heavy rainfall leads to waterlogging.
b. A friend of yours who lives abroad is planning to visit Kerala in June or July. Considering Kerala’s weather conditions in these months, what suggestions would you give your friend about the journey regarding:
• rainfall
• temperature
• general conditions for travel
• life in general
• Rainfall:
Expect heavy to very heavy rain during these months. June marks the beginning of the monsoon, and July often brings long spells of rain with strong winds. It’s the monsoon season, so they should carry a raincoat, umbrella, and waterproof shoes.
• Temperature:
The temperature stays mild, between 24°C to 28°C, which feels pleasant but humid due to the rain.
• General Conditions for Travel:
Advise them to be careful while travelling, especially in hilly areas. Roads may be slippery or flooded. It’s best to avoid long road trips during heavy rain.
• Life in General:
Daily life slows down a bit. There may be flooding in low-lying areas, and people stay indoors more. Still, the greenery is beautiful. Kerala looks beautiful and green, perfect for enjoying nature from safe spots.
• Visiting Kerala in June or July means experiencing the beauty of the monsoon. The rain is heavy, the temperature is pleasant, and the land looks fresh and green. However, travel can be difficult due to flooding, waterlogging, and landslides in some areas. You should come prepared with rain gear, keep plans flexible, and stay safe while enjoying the beauty of the monsoon.
♦ Activity 7
7. You are entering an exciting ‘All About My School Writing Contest’. Write a creative description about your school using the following details.
• Name of your school
• Location
• Class in which you are studying
• Mode of travel to school
• Your teachers
• Your classmates and schoolmates
• Facilities in your school – classrooms, playground, garden, toilets,
drinking water, science lab, library etc.
• Club activities, various celebrations
• Your feelings about your school
My school’s name is Govt. High School. It is located in Kollam, Kerala, surrounded by tall coconut trees and a beautiful garden. I study in Class 5, and every morning I travel to school by bus, enjoying the ride with my friends.
Our teachers are kind and helpful. They explain lessons clearly and encourage us to ask questions. My classmates are friendly, and together we play, study, and share our lunch. The senior schoolmates guide us during assemblies and celebrations.
The school has bright classrooms, a big playground, a lovely garden, clean toilets, safe drinking water, a well-equipped science lab, and a quiet library full of storybooks.
We also have club activities like Science Club, Arts Club, and Nature Club. Every year, we celebrate Independence Day, Onam, Christmas, and Annual Day with songs, dances, and games.
I feel proud of my school because it is not just a place to study, but also a place where I learn good values, make friends, and enjoy every day. My school is my second home, and I love it very much.
♦ Activity 8
8. Look at the sentences given below.
As they climbed the steps to the verandah, Unnikkuttan saw the vast
array of umbrellas.
“If you walk with it in this rain, you’ll splash mud all over your clothes”.
| Here, the words steps, umbrellas, rain and mud are naming words. Steps and umbrellas can be counted individually. So, they are countable nouns. But, rain and mud cannot be counted individually. Hence they are uncountable nouns. |
|---|
[milk, books, salt, apple, boxes, water, air, money, leaves, banana, oil, chair, rice,
rain, mud, pencil, bag, butterflies, children, snow ]
| Countable Nouns | Uncountable Nouns |
|---|---|
| books | milk |
| apple | salt |
| boxes | water |
| leaves | air |
| banana | money |
| chair | oil |
| pencil | rice |
| bag | rain |
| butterflies | mud |
| children | snow |
b. Identify other such countable and uncountable nouns from the story.
| Countable Nouns | Uncountable Nouns |
|---|---|
| plate, glass, school bag, slate, pencil, sandals, umbrella, child, table, register, classroom, teacher, friend, bell | uppumavu, water, mud, rain, noise, excitement, nervousness, handwriting |
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