Workbook Unit 9 - Madam Rides the Bus

Let’s Begin:

1. In the story ‘Madam Rides the Bus’, Valli took a bus ride on the bus that she wanted to for last several months. She knew that she had to buy tickets for this. So she saved money suppressing all temptation to buy things like peppermints, toys, balloons, etc., and paid for the ticket.

What all exciting things did she see from the bus?
Was the excitement the same on her return journey?

Discuss with your classmate and write a paragraph based on your discussion on the above mentioned questions.

Valli was an eight-year-old curious girl. She loved standing at her doorway and watching the street. The most exciting thing for her was the village bus going to town. She longed to ride it and saved money for a ticket. On the bus journey, she enjoyed the sights of palm trees, grasslands, mountains, and the blue sky. She laughed when a cow ran in front of the bus. In town, she saw busy roads and shops. But on her return, she was sad to see the same cow lying dead. The sight upset her and spoiled her joy.

2. Have you undertaken any journey by bicycle, boat, bus, train, or on an elephant back? Share your experience with your friends in the class.

During my childhood, I enjoyed many elephant rides at fairs and amusement parks, always with my parents beside me. Though fun, I was scared of the elephant’s huge size. Recently, on a trip to Jaisalmer, I got the chance to ride one alone. At first, I felt nervous, but the kind mahout helped me get on safely. The elephant moved slowly with heavy steps, swaying side to side. My fear soon turned into joy as I enjoyed the fifteen-minute ride across green grasslands. It was truly exciting, and I felt very happy. I now look forward to more such adventures.

Reading Comprehension:

Text – I

Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow.

Vishav Driman (65 year old) and her husband Kamal Jeet (69 year old) set out to discover the hidden treasure of Uttarakhand by bicycle. Vishav shares their post-retirement adventure.

Pedalling through the Golden Years:

At a time when our peers were slowing down, relaxing and watching sunsets from their front porch, we found a new passion – cycling. We started out with short daily rides, but found ourselves looking forward to them more and more, so much that we decided to venture further and cover more ground. There were obvious health concerns – the risk of performing a physically strenuous activity at a high altitude, the most obvious of them. But it helped that we had lived in Uttarakhand’s capital, Dehradun, our entire lives, and were therefore acclimatised to the cold winds and narrow winding roads that characterise this beautiful state. We were also familiar with almost all the scenic mountain trails it had to offer.

Short rides extended to longer ones as we started falling deeper in love with not just the sport, but the very idea of discovering a world we had always been a part of, but never had the time to explore. Soon, a simple hobby turned into a project of sorts, and we started participating in cyclotrons and other cycling events being held in the city. Admiration and encouragement poured in from family members, friends and neighbours along the way, sparking a new thought – was it possible to travel across the state on our bicycles ? It seemed daunting at first, but we knew we had to try. Our gear in place, our bikes serviced, and our minds set, we set off on an adventure we would remember for the rest of our lives.

In my opinion, there are very few ways to enjoy and appreciate the beauty of Uttarakhand and cycling is the most thrilling of them all. Sunlight filtering through the trees and a cool breeze gently caressing your faces as you ride, coupled with breathtaking views of sal forests spread like a green cover on the mountains and surrounding valleys, the experience of pedalling across the state is truly inexplicable.

Of the many trails we navigated, there is one that occupies a special place in our hearts. It began from Ghanta Ghar, a popular tourist attraction in Dehradun, it took us through some of the most picturesque locations of the state such as Kimadi, Hathi Paon, Mussoorie and Chaar Dukaan, right up to George Everest point. This 100km ride (approximately) is also one of the few routes in Uttarakhand that encapsulates all the element that one expects while cycling here – steep slopes, sharp curves, endless hills, lush forests, and off-road experiences.

(Source: By Vishav Driman, India Travel 360)

1. What is the meaning of the expression “when our peers were slowing down, relaxing and watching sunsets from their front porch” and in what context has the author used this ?

The author meant that after retirement, most of their friends became less active and chose easy, relaxing activities. But unlike them, the author and her husband decided to follow their passion for cycling, staying energetic and adventurous instead of settling for a quiet and less demanding lifestyle.

2. What made Vishav and her husband confident to venture into Uttarakhand on their bicycles?

The author and her husband had always lived in Dehradun, used to its cold winds and narrow roads. This made them confident to set out on their bicycles and explore Uttarakhand without fear, as they were already comfortable with the region’s weather and challenging paths.

3. What was the strong passion that prompted the retired couple to take up this adventurous journey?

It was their passion of cycling. They wanted to discover the hidden treasue of Uttarakhand on a bicycle.

4. What, according to the author, is the most thrilling way to enjoy and appreciate Uttarakhand? Why does she say so?

The author says cycling is the best way to enjoy Uttarakhand’s beauty. While pedalling, one can see breathtaking views, feel sunlight through trees, and enjoy the cool breeze on the face.

5. Which trail occupies a special place in the couple’s heart?

The trail from Ghanta Ghar, a popular tourist attraction in Dehradun right upto George Everest point.

6. What are the expectations of a cyclist from such an adventurous trip through the mountains? Did Vishav and Kamal Jeet get these experiences from the 100 km ride?

On an adventurous cycling trip in Uttarakhand, cyclists expect steep slopes, sharp turns, endless hills, green forests, and off-road paths. Vishav and Kamal Jeet experienced all these during their 100 km ride.

Text – II

Read the poem given below and answer the questions that follow.

Going Down Hill on a Bicycle, A Boy’s Song

With lifted feet, hands still,

I am poised, and down the hill

Dart, with heedful mind;

The air goes by in a wind.

Swifter and yet more swift,

Till the heart with a mighty lift

Makes the lungs laugh, the throat cry:

“O bird, see; see, bird, I fly.

“Is this, is this your joy ?

O bird, then I, though a boy,

For a golden moment share

Your feathery life in air!”

Say, heart, is there aught like this

In a world that is full of bliss?

‘Tis more than skating, bound

Steel-shod to the level ground.

Speed slackens now, I float

Awhile in my airy boat;

Till, when the wheels scarce crawl,

My feet to the treadles fall.

Alas, that the longest hill

Must end in a vale; but still,

Who climbs with toil, wheresoe’er,

Shall find wings waiting there.

Henry Charles Beeching

1. The poem describes the __________ of going downhill on a bicycle.

(a) enjoyment

(b) happiness

(d) satisfaction

2. Which line(s) depict(s) the freedom like that of a bird that the poet enjoys?

The lines which depict the freedom like that of a bird that the poet enjoys are :

“O bird, see; see, bird, I fly.”;

“For a golden moment share

Your feathery life in air!”

3. Which is the experience the boy is sharing with the bird ? What is the golden moment he is referring to?

The boy shares the joy of cycling downhill with a bird. The “golden moment” is his fast ride, feeling free and soaring like a bird in the sky.

4. What is the meaning of ‘full of bliss’ here? Can the boy find this kind of bliss in the world where he lives?

“Full of bliss” means extremely happy. The boy enjoys riding his bicycle close to nature, an experience he could not have amid the noise and rush of city life.

5. There is a comparison in the third stanza. What is it?

The poet compares the joy of cycling downhill to a bird’s carefree flight, moving freely in the air without any limits or restrictions.

6. What is the meaning of the last two lines of the poem? Does “toil” mean dedication, determination, and will power to climb the hill? What is the reward here?

The poet means that cycling downhill on a long hill requires effort and strength. Successfully completing it gives a sense of achievement, like the reward for overcoming a challenging task.

Vocabulary:

1. Find out the words from the text ‘Madam rides the Bus’ that match with the given meanings.

(а) inquisitive

b) intricate

(d) immense

(e) hardly

Answer:

(a) inquisitive – curious

(b) intricate – elaborate

(d) immense – overwhelming

(e) hardly – scarcely

Grammar:

1. Read the two sentences given below. The groups of words in italics are phrasal verbs.

This way she picked up various small details.

Valli said, “I am the one to get on.”

The verbs picked and get are combined with up and on respectively. Together they make phrasal verbs.

Now, complete each sentence using a verb from box A and a word from box B (by making a phrasal verb). Use the correct form of the verb wherever necessary.

A – break, drive, get, fill, wake, turn

B – out, down, off, on, in, up

(a) It was evening. She __________ the light.

(b) Do not __________ Ramesh. He was studying late at night yesterday.

(d) They got in the car and __________.

(e) She hurt herself as she was __________ of the car.

(f) You have to __________ the form yourself.

Answer:

(a) turned on

(b) wake up

(d) drove off

(e) getting out

(f) fill in

Editing:

1. Use capital letters and full stops wherever necessary and correct the spelling errors as well, in the following paragraph.

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It is the largest tiger reserve and National Park apart from being a unique largest mangrove eco-system of the world, the sundarbns has the world’s largest deltaic mangroove forests and is also home to one of India’s most iconic wildlife species – the royal bengal Ttger. The Sundarbans also serves as a crusial protective barrier for the inhabitents in and around Kolkata against the floods that result from the cyclones which are a regular occurrence. The Sundarbans have also been enlisted amongst the finalists in the New 7 Wonders of Nature.

Answer:

An exciting boat journey gliding crosswise the river from Godkhali Jetty will take to a place of incredible mystic beauty of Nature.

The Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage Site is located at the South eastern tip of the 24 Paraganas district about 110 km from Kolkata. It got its name from one of the mangrove plants known as Sundari (Heritiera Minor). Sundarbans are a part of world’s larges^ delta, formed by the mighty rivers Ganga, Brahmaputra and Meghna. It is one of the most attractive and alluring places remaining on earth, a truly undiscovered paradise. The Sundarbans is the largest single block of tidal, halophytic mangrove forests in the world. It is the largest tiger reserve and National Park.

Apart from being a unique largest mangrove eco-system of the world, the Sunderbans has the world’s largest deltaic mangrove forests and is also home to one of India’s most iconic wildlife species – the Royal Bengal Tiger. The Sundarbans also serves as a crucial protective barrier for the inhabitants in and around Kolkata against the floods that result from the cyclones which are a regular occurrence. The Sundarbans have also been enlisted amongst the finalists in the New 7 Wonders of Nature.

Listening:

1. Following is a passage on Mizoram and its people. When one visits this place, one is enchanted by its natural beauty and the vibrant culture of the state. Listen to the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow. You can listen to the recorded story or ask your teacher, sibling or friend to read the story aloud.

Mizoram

Once a tourist remarked, “I visited the Eastern States this time – where the people talk in songs and they always dance.”

The eastern region of India is no doubt charmingly novel in many of its features. Mizoram, literally the land of Mizos is an expanse of blue-green hills. Mizoram is broken up lengthwise into five major mountain ranges gradually descending from the south to the north. The hills are rugged and their heights uneven. The name of the state Mizoram is made of two words. ‘Mi’ means human beings, ‘Zo’ means a hill. So, a ‘Mizo’ is a human dweller of a hill; Mizoram means the land of the hill-dwellers. Aizawl is the capital town of the State built in tiers along the hill.

The Mizos have three main festivals – Mim Kut, Chapchar Kut and Pawl Kut. These festivals are associated with their agricultural activities during which they enjoy life by singing and dancing. The Mizos, blessed as they are with a beautiful environment and rich culture, are a vibrant and social people. They love to dance as much as they love to sing. They boast a number of folk and community dances handed down from one generation to the other through the ages. The dances are expressions of the gay, carefree spirit of the Mizos. It should be noted here that these dances are not intended for stage performance, rather they have been evolved for community involvement and participation.

1. The land of Mizo is a large open area of . The hills are and __.

Answer: hills, blue, green

2. The state referred here is made of two names __________.

(а) ‘Mi’ means _______________.

(b) ‘Zo’ means _______________.

Answer:

(a) human beings (b) hill (c) the land of the hill-dwellers

3. Which activities are associated with Mizo festivals? How do Mizos enjoy these festivals?

Agricultural activities are associated with Mizo festivals. The Mizos enjoy these festivals by singing and dancing.

4. What are the special features of a Mizo dance?

The Mizo dances are expressions of the gay, carefree spirit of the Mizos. These dances are not intended for stage performance, rather they have been evolved for community involvement and participation.

5. The following statements characterise Mizo people. Tick the one which is not true.

(a) Mizos have a beautiful culture. ( )

(b) They live in a beautiful natural environment. ( )

(d) They are a vibrant people. ( )

(e) They love to dance and not so much to sing. ( )

(f) They have a number of community and folk dances. ( )

(g) The community involvement and participation is always there. ( )

Answer:

(a) True (b) True (c) False (d) True (e) False (f) True (g) True

Speaking:

1. Read Part II of the story ‘Madam Rides the Bus’. There are many conversations between Valli, the conductor, and some elderly people in the bus. Convert the conversations into dialogues between the characters. Many words like commandingly, haughtily, loudly (shouted), smilingly, irritably, curtly etc. have been used in this part. These are the different ways in which the characters have spoken. These show the mood, emotion, and intention of the characters.

Now, write the dialogues and then in groups of three, enact it as a skit in the class.

It was a fine spring afternoon. The bus was just on the verge of leaving the village. Valli, a small eight year old girl, wanted to go on a bus ride.

Valli (loudly): Stop the bus! Stop the bus! Conductor (without looking up): Who is it ? Hurry then!

Valli (loudly): It’s me, I am the one who has to get on the bus.

Conductor (smilingly): Oh. really! (i) __________ Valli (commandingly): I have to __________(ii) Here is __________ (iii) (Conductor stretched out his hand to help her up.) Valli (smartly): I can (iv) __________ Conductor (jokingly): Oh, please (v) __________ (The bus started to move forward with a roar. Valli stood up on the seat to see the outside world clearly.) A voice (anxiously): Listen, child (vi) Valli (haughtily): __________ (vii) Conductor (mimicking her): __________ (x) Valli (steadfastly): Because I __________ (xi) A voice (with concern): If you __________ (xii) Valli (irritably): I’m not __________ (xiii).

Answer:

(i) You don’t say so!:

(ii) go to town;

(iii) my money:

(iv) get on by myself. You don’t have to help me:

(v) don’t be angry with me.:

(vi) “You shouldn’t stand like that. Sit down.”:

(vii) here who is a child. I have paid my thirty paise like everyone else.:

(viii) this is a very grown-up madam. She has paid for her own fare to travel to the city all alone.:

(ix) not a madam and please remember that you have not vet given me my ticket.:

(x) I will remember. Why don’t you sit down when you have paid for a seat.:

(xi) I want to stand.:

(xii) stand on the seat, you may fall and hurt yourself when the bus makes a sharp turn or hits a bump. That is why we want you to sit down child.:

(xiii) a child. I tell you. I am eight years old.

2. Two communicative tasks are given below. Practice with your partner.

Communicative Task I

(Offering, accepting and refusing help)

Role Play

Chaman : Hello Prem. You look tired. Is there anything I can do to help you ?

Prem : Thank you very much. I think I can manage. I am preparing a chart on Children’s Rights.

Chaman : It’s a lot of work. Let me help you.

Prem : Thank you. But I’ve already collected all the necessary information.

Chaman : I can help you in illustrating some of the rights.

Prem : Oh, can you ? That sounds wonderful.

Chaman : Could you tell me the themes to be illustrated?

Prem : Here you are. I’m really thankful to you.

Chaman : What about children’s duties?

Prem : Oh, yes. It’s a good suggestion. I’ll list their duties also.

Chaman: Thank you.

Pair or Group Work

Write conversations like the one above imagining you are in the classroom. Use the clues given below.

Excuse me…

Yes ?

I wonder if you could lend me our dictionary. I’m doing my class work.

I’m sorry. I’m using it right now. May be later.

That’s okay. Thanks anyway.

Write similar conversations imagining you are in the following situations: in the kitchen; at the railway station; asking somebody to open the door; in a hospital; in the playground.

Answer:

(1) In a classroom

Amit: Excuse me!

Sohan: Yes, how can I help you?

Amit: Can I borrow your dictionary? I need it to complete my classwork.

Sohan: I’m sorry, I can’t give it to you right now as I’m using it. I can give it to you once I finish.

Amit: OK. No problem. Thanks anyway.

(2) In the kitchen

Mother: Could you please help me prepare dinner for our guests?

Priya: Sure, mother. What can I do?

Mother: Boil the potatoes on the counter while I knead the dough for aloo paranthas.

Priya: I will, but how much water is needed to boil the potatoes?

Mother: Just enough to fully cover the potatoes.

Priya: How many whistles will it take to boil them?

Mother: Two whistles will be more than enough.

(3) At the railway station

Ravi: When does the next train to Lucknow arrive?

Station Master: Sir, the Lucknow mail was scheduled for 8 pm but has been delayed due to technical issues.

Ravi: How long will I have to wait?

Station Master: It is expected to arrive at 8:45 pm.

Ravi: OK. Could you please tell me where the men’s washroom is?

Station Master: It’s just two minutes away. Walk straight ahead, and you’ll find it.

Ravi: Thank you very much!

(4) Asking somebody to open the door

Deepak: Could you please do me a favour?

Anamika: Yes, of course.

Deepak: My hands are full. Can you open this door for me so I can safely bring these files inside?

Anamika: I can do that. But where is the key?

Deepak: It’s on the keyholder on that wall inside.

Anamika: OK, give me two minutes. I’ll get it.

Deepak: Thanks a lot for your help.

Anamika: Don’t mention it!

(5) In a hospital

Doctor: How are you feeling? How is your condition now?

Charu: Doctor, the medicines you prescribed have helped a lot. The fever and pain are gone, but the scars from the eruptions are still there.

Doctor: Don’t worry. The scars will take another week to heal. I’m prescribing an ointment to apply at bedtime.

Charu: Where can I buy this ointment?

Doctor: You can get it at any chemist, or from our pharmacy on the first floor.

Charu: Thank you, doctor!

(6) In the playground

Rajan: Which game should we play today?

Rohit: Let’s play table tennis. It will be fun.

Rajan: That’s a great idea, but there’s a problem.

Rohit: What is it?

Rajan: There are no spare TT rackets in the sports room. All are being used.

Rohit: Don’t worry. Let’s get my personal TT rackets from my locker.

Rajan: One of us should stay here, or we might lose this spot. An empty court may attract other kids.

Rohit: OK, as you say.Communicative Task II

(Asking for information, indirect questions and question tags)

Role Play:

Vineet : Could you get me some warm clothes from the cupboard, please ?

Ashima : Are you feeling cold ?

Vineet: It’s cold today, isn’t it ?

Ashima : Yes, it is. I shall have to light the fire soon.

Vineet: Oh, you have coal-fires, do you ?

Ashima : Yes. We don’t have a room heater. You have room heaters, don’t you ?

Vineet: Yes. We do. But coal-fires are nice. They are more comforting than a radiator, aren’t they ?

Ashima : Yes, but there is a lot more work than just switching on a heater. We keep talking about getting room heaters.

Vineet : I suppose coal-fires aren’t very convenient, are they ?

Ashima : They certainly aren’t

Pair or Group work:

Using the above piece as a model, ask for information, make requests and give your opinion regarding – the floods in Chennai, ‘Cyberabad’ (Hyderabad), a celebration in y0ur school, a landslide during the Amarnath yatra, etc.

Answer:

(1) Flood in Chennai

Rita: Do you know which month Chennai faced floods in 2015?

Ram: Yes, it was the first week of December 2015.

Rita: Which section of society was worst affected?

Ram: People with disabilities suffered the most.

Rita: Which lake caused the city’s flooding?

Ram: Chembarambakkam Lake.

Rita: I heard a bridge went under during the floods. Do you remember its name?

Ram: Yes, it was the Saidapet bridge on Anna Salai, which got submerged as the water rose.

(2) Cyberabad (Hyderabad)

Ram : What is Cyberabad famous for ?

Rita : Cyberabad is the first locality that was developed for the IT sector in the country.

Ram : Who was responsible for the emergence of Cyberabad ?

Rita : Cyberabad is the brain-child of Mr. Chandrababu Naidu who was the chief minister of undivided Andhra Pradesh at the time of its inception in the 90s.

Ram : How much time did it take for the construction of the Cyber Towers (face of Hitech City) ?

Rita : It was completed in a record 14 months.

Ram : I have heard that Cyberabad is home to a convention centre ? Which is it ?

Rita : India’s largest and most technologically advanced convention centre, HICC (Hyderabad International Convention Centre).

(3) A landslide during the Amarnath Yatra

Rita : Have you heard about the recent landslide

that stopped the Amarnath Yatra due to inclement weather in J & K ?

Ram : No, I am not aware of that. Could you please enlighten me ?

Rita : Recently, a landslide triggered by incessant rains blocked the Jammu-Srinagar National highway in Panthiyal and Digdol areas of Ramban district.

Ram : How has it affected the Amarnath Yatris ?

Rita: Movement of yatris on Baltal and Pahalgam tracks towards the cave shrine has been stopped.

Ram : Has the meteorological department given any recent updates on this ?

Rita : The meteorological department has said that moderate to heavy rain may continue for the next 24 hours including on Yatra routes.

(4) A celebration in your school

Renu : Do you know, recently, my school completed its 25 years since its foundation.

Rama : Oh! Thats great! Were there any celebrations ?

Renu : Yes, the celebrations took place, in our school premises last week only on a very grand scale.

Rama : Nice to know that. How was the great occasion celebrated ?

Renu : The event saw the presence of all the teachers and students of our school. It started with a long overwhelming speech from our principal on the school’s achievements over the years.

There were numerous song and dance performances.

Rama : Were you part of any performance ?

Renu : Yes, I gave a dance performance on one of my favourite songs. I received great appreciation from teachers and my fellow students.School supplies

Writing:

1. In the text, seeing Valli travelling alone in the bus, some of the characters showed concerns.

An elderly woman asked, “Are you alone, dear ?”

The Conductor questioned, “Won’t your mother be looking for you ?”

The old woman continued asking, “Is it proper for such a young person to travel alone ? Do you exactly know where you’re going in town ? What’s the street ? What’s the house number ?”

Do you think that the concerns of the elderly lady and the conductor are apt and genuine ? Will you say that it is applicable to young boys as well ? Discuss in groups, make note and then arrange a debate competition. You can consider the following points for discussion or debate. Then write a paragraph considering these issues and give your opinion as well.Best vacation packages

Girls and boys of Valli’s age can travel alone in a bus or auto rickshaw, etc.

Freedom should be given to them to move around.

Safety of the young children is of utmost concern.

What type of education should be given to them

This is a vulnerable age and children are innocent.

Answer:

Valli was an eight-year-old girl, too young to travel alone. With rising cases of kidnapping, theft, and robbery, her safety was at risk. The concerns of the elderly lady and conductor were valid. Such caution applies to young boys too, as they can also be easily misled.

Debate

Topic : Children should not be allowed to travel alone.

For the motion:

Times have changed, and society has become more violent due to population growth, competition, and lack of resources. Crime, anger, and intolerance are rising, leading even small issues to turn into fights. Adults can still handle such challenges with maturity, but children are innocent and easily deceived. Travelling alone can expose them to dangers like theft, harassment, or worse. Parents must teach children about these risks, guide them towards good behaviour, and always ensure their safety. Schools and families should provide moral education so children grow with awareness, values, and responsibility, becoming strong and responsible citizens of the nation.

Against the motion:

With rapid progress in today’s world, it is important for youth to keep pace to achieve growth and success. From childhood, they should get proper formal and informal education and be allowed to grow naturally, without unnecessary restrictions. Freedom to explore and experiment is vital, as constant prohibitions create fear and limit progress. Lack of freedom leads to physical, emotional, and social difficulties, making it hard to face new challenges. Children may also feel guilt and humiliation due to such insufficiencies. Therefore, children need freedom to learn and experiment, along with proper guidance to stay on the right path.

2. You have read that on her return journey, Valli saw the young cow lying dead by the roadside. This young cow was running very fast in front of the bus and had given Valli unbound happiness when she was travelling to the town.

Now, write a paragraph on ‘Should the domestic animals be let loose to walk on the roads freely where the vehicles are plying? Who is responsible for the death of the young cow?

Domestic animals should not be allowed to roam freely on roads, as many die in accidents caused by negligence of owners, public, and authorities. Animals are vital to the ecosystem and deserve care and protection. Sadly, cows, dogs, and buffaloes are often left wandering without food, hygiene, or shelter. Owners benefit from them but fail to meet their responsibilities. These animals not only suffer but also disturb traffic and risk deadly accidents. It is the duty of both owners and government agencies to provide shelters, proper nutrition, and safety. Ensuring their wellbeing is necessary for a responsible and compassionate society.

Project:

1. Read the quick tips for travelling by a bike given below.

When you travel by a bike, Vishav says that the frame and tyres of the bike should be according to the rider’s height. One should carry a hand pump, extra tubes, and a puncture kit for emergency situations. Right accessories such as sweat-resistant gloves, helmets, knee and elbow pads, and a pair of shoes is of utmost importance. It is also necessary to carry essentials like dry food, water, and Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS). A first-aid kit with pain killers, muscle relaxing balms, and band-aids are also advisable.

Now, prepare a list of things that you would like to suggest to people who want to travel by:

(a) a train

(b) a bus

(d) a motorbike

(e) on foot (for example a trek)

Answer:

List of things that should be carried along during travel by:

(а) a train :

Train Ticket

Original Identity Proof

Food and clothing

Medical kit/list-aid kit

Gadgets (laptop, mobile phones etc) for entertainment purposes

Mobile/laptop chargers

(b) a bus

Bus ticket

Water bottle

Munching items (dry fruits, energy bars etc.)

Identity card

Mobile phone

(c) a boat

Food items

Water bottle

Medical kit with (pain killers, muscle relaxants, band-aids etc.)

inflatable float (for emergencey situations)

(d) a motorbike

hand pump

puncture kit for emergency situations

Accessories (sweat-resistant gloves, helmets, knee and elbow pads, a pair of shoes)

Dry food, water, ORS

First aid kit with painkillers, muscle relaxants, band-aids etc.

(e) on foot (for example a trek)

Back pack/Trek pack

Munching items (Dry foods, energy bars, chocolates)

Water

Medical kit/first aid kit

Trek shoes/hiking boots

Trek pants/trousers

Torchlight/flashlight

Sunblockers (Sunscreen lotions)

Trek route map

2. (A) copies of some tickets are given (in Workbook Page 134). Collect some more train tickets, bus tickets, flight tickets, platform tickets, entry tickets for the zoo, cinema hall, metro rail etc.

Make a collage.

Study the information given in these tickets.

Draw a table to enter the information like PNR number, time of departure, time of arrival, confirmed ticket, wait-listed ticket, RAC status in train, seat number, food preferences, price of the ticket, number of passengers, etc.

How are these tickets different from each other?

Answer: Do it yourself

(B) Write a paragraph on ‘Why it is essential to travel with a ticket?

When we travel by public transport like buses, trains, or airplanes, it is very important to always carry a ticket. But in many small cities, people often avoid buying tickets and travel free, which is wrong and shows irresponsibility. They forget that the money from tickets helps maintain and improve public transport services. Those caught without tickets may face heavy fines and public embarrassment. Tickets are also useful as they sometimes carry personal details like name and address, which can help if a person gets lost. Having a ticket also shows honesty and makes one a responsible traveller.