A House, A Home (Poem) NCERT Solution

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WORKING WITH THE POEM

1. Do you agree with what the poet says? Talk to your partner and complete these sentences.
  1. A house is made of ________
  2. It has _________________
  3. A home is made by ________
  4. It has _________________
Answer:
  1. A house is made of brick and stone and hard wood.
  2. It has glass windows, a piece of enclosed ground, sloping shades on the walls, chimneys, tiled floor and several doors.
  3. A home is made by family which lives in it. These family members have bonds of affection and selfless spirit of service. The parents make the children feel that they are duly taken care of.
  4. It has brothers and sisters, fathers and mothers. They all are devoted to one another. They are loving and helpful by nature.
2. Now complete these sentences about your house and home.
  1. My house is ________
  2. The best thing about my home is _______
Answer:
  1. My house is small in size but very comfortable. It is airy and well - ventilated. It has a covered varandah, a kitchen garden and a courtyard.
  2. The best thing about my home is that my parents are very affectionate and caring. My brother and sister are very helpful to me with my studies. Selfless love and selfless service keep all of us together. Above all, there is discipline and constant watch on the activities of children.


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