How I Taught My Grandmother to Read Question Answer Chapter 1 Solved PDF

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Reflect and Respond

I. Complete the given word web.

Why is it important to learn how to read and write?

Answer:

To gain knowledge and information
To communicate with others
To become independent
To build confidence

II. Read the questions given below and share your answers with your classmates and teacher.

1. Which language(s) do your grandparents or elderly relatives speak?
Answer: My grandparents or elderly relatives speak Hindi and their regional language.

2. How do they spend their time? How do you spend time with them?
Answer: They spend their time talking, reading, resting and doing household activities. I spend time with them by talking to them and helping them.

3. What is your favourite experience with them?
Answer: My favourite experience is listening to their childhood stories and memories.

4. What is something that the elderly in your family cannot do easily but enjoy watching you do?
Answer: They cannot use modern digital devices easily, but they enjoy watching me use a mobile phone and computer.

III. Read the following passage. Match the highlighted words with their meanings given in the box below.

Word	Answer
(i) protagonist	7. main character
(ii) debate	4. discussion
(iii) episode	5. a part of a story
(iv) community	3. people living in one particular area
(v) concentration	6. focus
(vi) eagerly	1. excitedly
(vii) convincing	2. believable
(viii) guided	8. directed

Check Your Understanding (Cause and Effect)

I. Complete the cause and effect table given below based on Part I of the story.

Cause	Effect
1. The transport system was not very good.	(i) The morning papers arrived late in the day and weekly magazines would come one day late.
2. The grandmother, Krishtakka, never went to school.	(ii) She could not read and depended on the narrator to read the story to her.
3. The narrator read the weekly episodes of Kashi Yatre to her grandmother.	(iii) She was deeply interested in the story and discussed it with her friends.
4. The narrator went to a wedding for a week.	(iv) The grandmother could not read the next episode and felt helpless.
5. In those days, people never considered education essential for girls.	(v) The grandmother never went to school.
6. The grandmother regretted not going to school.	(vi) She made sure that her children and grandchildren studied well.

II. Do you think the narrator expected to see her grandmother in tears when she returned to the village? If yes, why? If no, why not?
Answer: No, the narrator did not expect to see her grandmother in tears. She was surprised because she had never seen her grandmother cry, even in difficult situations.

III. How might the narrator help her grandmother to fulfil her desire to learn to read and write?
Answer: The narrator could become her teacher and teach her the Kannada alphabet. She could give her regular practice and homework and help her learn to read independently.

Check Your Understanding (True or False)

I. State whether the following sentences are true or false.

1. The grandmother wanted to learn the Kannada alphabet to gain independence.
Answer: True.

2. The grandmother asked someone in the village to read Kashi Yatre to her while the narrator was away.
Answer: False. She was too embarrassed to ask anyone.

3. The narrator was the grandmother's first teacher and taught her how to read Kannada.
Answer: True.

4. The grandmother believed that there was no age limit for learning.
Answer: True.

5. The grandmother touched the narrator's feet as a mark of respect for her as a teacher.
Answer: True.

6. The narrator was disappointed with the progress her grandmother made in learning to read.
Answer: False. The narrator was happy and proud of her grandmother's progress.

Critical Reflection

I. Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow.

1. Extract-based Questions

(i) Complete the following sentence with the appropriate option.

The phrase 'never seen her cry in the most difficult situations' tells us that the grandmother was ________________________.

A. strong-willed
B. understanding
C. considerate
D. bold

Answer: A. strong-willed

(ii) Complete the following with the correct option from those given in the brackets.

Grandmother did not reply when the narrator asked if she was alright because she might have been too ________________________ (emotional/tired) to respond.

Answer: emotional

(iii) Identify the clue from the extract that indicates a rural setting with traditional customs.

Answer: The use of the name "Avva" and the description of sleeping on the open terrace indicate the rural setting and traditional way of life.

(iv) Which lines of the extract establish a tender atmosphere?

Answer: The lines describing Avva sitting beside the narrator and touching her forehead with her affectionate hands establish a tender atmosphere.

(v) Which of the following aspect is NOT emphasised in the given extract?

A. the emotional turmoil of the grandmother
B. the affectionate bond between the narrator and her grandmother
C. the grandmother's regret over her lack of education
D. the narrator's concern for her grandmother

Answer: C. the grandmother's regret over her lack of education

2. Extract-based Questions

(i) What does the grandmother's statement, "I want to be independent," reveal about her character?

A. She wanted to be literate.
B. She desires self-sufficiency.
C. She wants to prove her intelligence to others.
D. She feels pressured by society to learn.

Answer: B. She desires self-sufficiency.

(ii) Fill in the blank with the appropriate option from those given in brackets.

The grandmother's determination shows that learning has no ___________________. (age limit/gender bias/cultural barriers)

Answer: age limit

(iii) Complete the following with a suitable reason.

The narrator laughs at her grandmother's decision to learn the alphabet at the age of sixty-two because ___________________.

Answer: The narrator thought that her grandmother was too old to learn because she had grey hair, wrinkled hands, wore spectacles and had many household responsibilities.

(iv) List any two qualities displayed by the grandmother.

Answer: The grandmother was determined and hardworking.

(v) How can we say that the narrator is making assumptions about her grandmother?

Answer: The narrator assumes that her grandmother is too old to learn because of her age and appearance. She does not realise how determined and capable her grandmother is.

II. Answer the following questions.

1. Why do you think the grandmother felt embarrassed to ask someone else to read to her while the narrator was away?
Answer: She felt embarrassed because she did not want to show her dependence and helplessness. She also felt ashamed that she could not read despite having enough money.

2. Why does the narrator initially laugh at her grandmother's determination to learn at the age of sixty-two?
Answer: The narrator thought that sixty-two was too old to learn the alphabet. She looked at her grandmother's grey hair, wrinkled hands and spectacles and made fun of her decision.

3. What significance does the story of Kashi Yatre have in both the grandmother's life and the story?
Answer: Kashi Yatre was very important to the grandmother because she identified herself with its old protagonist. Since she could not read, she depended on the narrator for every episode. Her inability to read the story herself made her realise the importance of education and motivated her to learn.

4. What does the grandmother's desire to learn the Kannada alphabet reflect about her?
Answer: It reflects her determination, desire for independence and willingness to learn despite her age.

5. What lessons can we infer from the grandmother's action of touching the narrator's feet?
Answer: It teaches us that a teacher deserves respect regardless of age or gender. The grandmother respected the narrator because she had taught her to read.

6. What does the following line tell us about the broader theme of the story? "For a good cause if you are determined, you can overcome any obstacle."
Answer: The line shows that strong determination and hard work can help a person overcome difficulties and achieve a goal.

7. How effectively does the story highlight the value of education in supporting personal independence?
Answer: The story highlights the value of education very effectively. The grandmother feels helpless because she cannot read. After learning to read, she becomes independent and confidently reads Kashi Yatre herself.

Vocabulary and Structures in Context

I. Match the binomials in Column 1 with their meanings in Column 2.

Binomial	Meaning
1. sink or swim	(vii) succeed or fail without help
2. on and off	(v) sometimes, occasionally
3. mix and match	(i) put different things together to get a range of possibilities
4. all or nothing	(viii) something to be done completely or not at all
5. part and parcel	(ii) complete part of or belong to
6. pick and choose	(iii) choose only the best (things, people, etc.)
7. sooner or later	(iv) at sometime in the future
8. leaps and bounds	(vi) increase or develop very quickly

Now, use any five of the above binomials in sentences of your own.

Answer:

She had to sink or swim in the new situation.
It rained on and off throughout the day.
We can mix and match different colours.
Hard work is part and parcel of success.
Her reading skills improved by leaps and bounds.

II. Make words by adding the suitable prefixes given in the box to the words from the text in Column 1.

Column 1	Prefixed Word
1. popular	unpopular
2. belief	disbelief
3. important	unimportant
4. respect	disrespect
5. correct	incorrect
6. continue	discontinue
7. understand	misunderstand
8. ordinary	extraordinary
9. interesting	uninteresting
10. possible	impossible

III. Identify any five words with prefixes from the story and make sentences using each.

Answer:

Unhappy — The child felt unhappy after losing her book.
Unusual — It was an unusual experience for me.
Unfortunately — Unfortunately, I missed the bus.
Independent — She wanted to become independent.
Irrespective — Everyone deserves respect irrespective of age.

IV. Match the idioms related to 'learning' given in Column 1 with their meanings in Column 2.

Idiom	Meaning
1. to hit the books	(iii) to study seriously
2. to draw a blank	(v) to be unable to remember
3. to learn the ropes	(vi) to understand how to do an activity
4. to rack one's brain	(ii) to think very hard
5. to learn by heart	(i) to memorise something
6. burn the midnight oil	(iv) to study or work late into the night

Now, use these idioms in sentences of your own.

Answer:

I need to hit the books before the examination.
I drew a blank when the teacher asked me the question.
She quickly learned the ropes of the new activity.
I had to rack my brain to solve the problem.
He learned the poem by heart.
She burned the midnight oil to complete her work.

V. Fill in the blanks with simple past and past perfect tense form of the verbs given in brackets.

A. When the delegates _________ (arrive) at the conference, the keynote speaker _________ (already begin) the session.
Answer: When the delegates arrived at the conference, the keynote speaker had already begun the session.

B. After the students _________ (learn) how to identify fake news online, they _________ (start) verifying information before sharing it.
Answer: After the students had learned how to identify fake news online, they started verifying information before sharing it.

C. Before Kiran _________ (start) using digital payment platforms, she _________ (ensure) her understanding of online fraud prevention.
Answer: Before Kiran started using digital payment platforms, she had ensured her understanding of online fraud prevention.

D. By the time Varun _________ (recognise) the importance of budgeting, he _________ (exhaust) most of his savings.
Answer: By the time Varun recognised the importance of budgeting, he had exhausted most of his savings.

E. When Raghu _________ (log in) to the cybersecurity webinar, the instructor _________ (already discuss) the importance of strong passwords.
Answer: When Raghu logged in to the cybersecurity webinar, the instructor had already discussed the importance of strong passwords.

(ii) Fill in the blanks with the correct form of verbs given in brackets.

Last year, my parents and I A. took a financial planning course. When we B. reviewed our expenses, we realised we C. had spent too much on unnecessary purchases. After my parents D. discussed ways to save, I E. opened a savings account.

By the time we F. set our budget, the course G. had already introduced investment strategies. We H. hurried to take notes, but many participants I. had completed their financial plans. Despite that, we J. enjoyed learning how to manage money wisely.

Listen and Respond

I. You will listen to a speaker talk about digital literacy. As you listen, complete the following sentences with one to three exact words that you hear.

1. Literacy these days includes the ability to use _____________.
Answer: digital tools

2. Digital literacy is also about protecting _____________.
Answer: personal data

3. Digital literacy enables the elderly to ______________.
Answer: stay connected

4. Digital literacy encourages using the internet safely by helping us recognise ______________ and _______________.
Answer: misinformation; scams

5. The National Digital Literacy Mission helps people across the country by imparting ______________.
Answer: IT training

The answers above follow the audio transcript provided in the uploaded book's Appendix.

Speaking Activity

I. Choose your topic and speak 'for' and 'against' for not more than one minute each.

Topic 1: It is important to learn a new language apart from your mother tongue.

For:

Learning a new language is important because it helps us communicate with more people. It gives us knowledge about another culture and improves our confidence. It can also help us in education and future work.

Against:

Learning another language is useful, but it may not always be necessary for everyone. Some students may need to focus on their mother tongue and other important subjects. Learning a new language also requires time and regular practice.

Topic 2: Learning can happen only when you are young.

For:

Young people may learn some things quickly because they have more time and regular opportunities for study. They can develop new habits and skills from an early age.

Against:

Learning is not limited to young people. The grandmother in the story learns the Kannada alphabet at the age of sixty-two. Her example shows that a determined person can learn at any age.

Writing Task

I. As a socially responsible citizen, you strongly believe that students can contribute significantly in promoting adult literacy. Write a letter to the Editor of a local newspaper emphasising the importance of student participation in adult literacy camps conducted by various organisations. Discuss the benefits of such initiatives for both students and society. Suggest effective ways to spread awareness and encourage more students to volunteer for this noble cause.

Answer:

[Name]
[Address]
[Date]

The Editor
[Newspaper Name]

Subject: Importance of Student Participation in Adult Literacy

Sir/Madam,

Through the columns of your newspaper, I would like to highlight the importance of student participation in adult literacy camps. Many adults still need basic reading and writing skills to become more independent in daily life.

Students can contribute by volunteering in literacy camps and helping adults learn basic reading and writing. Such activities can improve students' sense of responsibility, communication skills and confidence. They can also help society by reducing illiteracy.

Schools and organisations should spread awareness through campaigns, posters and meetings. Students should be encouraged to volunteer regularly in nearby literacy programmes.

I hope you will publish this letter and help create greater awareness about adult literacy.

Yours truly,
[Name]

Learning Beyond the Text

I. India has 22 major languages according to the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. Each language has its own unique identity. Talk to your classmates and teacher and complete the given table with words from any five Indian languages.

Language	Grandmother	Grandfather	Mother	Father	Sister	Brother
Kannada	Avva	Ajja	Amma	Appa	Akka	Anna
Hindi	Dadi/Nani	Dada/Nana	Maa	Pita	Behen	Bhai
Bengali	Thakuma/Dida	Thakurda/Dadu	Ma	Baba	Didi	Bhai
Tamil	Paati	Thaatha	Amma	Appa	Akka	Anna
Marathi	Aaji	Ajoba	Aai	Baba	Tai	Bhau

II. Do you know?

The book gives information about adult education, financial literacy, early literacy and cultural literacy and asks learners to explore these topics further using the information and link provided in the textbook.

III. Talk to your grandparents and find out which book or magazine they enjoy reading. Buy a copy of it and present it to them as a gift.

Answer: I would ask my grandparents which book or magazine they enjoy reading. I would buy a copy of their favourite reading material and present it to them as a gift.

Word Meaning

English Word	Hindi Meaning
protagonist	मुख्य पात्र
debate	चर्चा / बहस
episode	कहानी का एक भाग
community	समुदाय
concentration	एकाग्रता
eagerly	उत्सुकता से
convincing	विश्वसनीय
guided	मार्गदर्शन किया
ardent	उत्सुक / प्रबल
immensely	बहुत अधिक
savouring	पूरे आनंद से अनुभव करना
embarrassed	शर्मिंदा
independent	स्वतंत्र
determination	दृढ़ निश्चय
obstacle	बाधा
irrespective	बिना भेदभाव के
flying colours	शानदार सफलता