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A Shipwrecked Sailor⛵️

 --- Daniel Defoe 

" A Shipwrecked Sailor " is a fascinating tale often attributed to Daniel Defoe, known for his classic novel " Robinson Crusoe. "  The story,  which is less well-known, shares thematic elements with Defoe's more famous work, particularly the theme of survival and isolation. 

In " A Shipwrecked Sailor " Defoe recounts the true story of a sailor who survives a shipwreck and is stranded on a deserted island. The narrative details his experiences struggles, and eventual rescue. The sailor. much like Robinson Crusoe , must rely on his resourcefulness and ingenuity to survive in a hostile environment. The story is compelling for its portrayal of human resilience and the challenges of isolation. 

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 -:  Exercise 1  :-

    

Q:Robinson Crusoe was shipwrecked in. _______

1💬1659 [✅]

2💬1559

3💬1359

4💬1959

Answer: 1💬1659

 

Q:Robinson Crusoe used canvas to make a__

1💬'bed

2💬sail

3💬'tent [✅]

4💬curtain

Answer:  3💬tent

 

Q:The distance between the stakes Robinson Crusoe drove into the ground was__

1💬five  inches

2💬seven inches

3💬four inches

4💬six inches [✅]

Answer:  4💬six inches

 

    

Q:Crusoe was some fair weather in the month of _

1💬'December

2💬'November [✅]

3💬'September

4💬'October

Answer: 2💬'November

 

Q:The journey homeward with the fruit parcel Crusoe_

1💬five days

2💬ten days

3💬three days [✅]

4💬four days

Answer: 3💬three days

-: Exercise 2:-

 📌Answer the following questions:: "within 15 words"

 

1)     🔘What name did Crusoe give to the dismal island?

Answer:👉He named the dismal island as “The Island of  Despair”.

 

2)    🔘Where did he pitch the tent?

Answer:👉He pitched the tent on a green surface just before a hallow of a hill.

 

3)     🔘How did Crusoe go over the fence?

Answer:👉With the help of a short ladder Crusoe went over the fence.

 

4)    🔘Why did he keep a journal?

Answer:👉Crusoe kept a journal to measure time, because he had no watch or calendar.

-: Exercise 3 :-

 🔘Answer the following questions:- |within 25 words|

1)     🔘What were the items Robinson Crusoe collected from the wrecked ship?

 

Answer:👉Robinson Crusoe collected tools, a gun, gunpowder, food supplies and various other useful items from the wrecked ship to aid his survival.

 

2)    🔘How did Crusoe keep track of the number of days he spent on the island?

 

Answer:👉Crusoe kept track of the days marking each day on a post a piece of wood, creating a daily tally.

 

3)     🔘In what way did Crusoe make himself a lamp?

 

Answer:👉Crusoe made himself a lamp by using a hollowed-out gourd filled with animal fat. He then created a wick from a piece of cloth to light it.

: Exercise 4 :

 🔘Underline the adverbs [and state their kinds]:-

A)   It is too hot today. 👉[ Adverb of time]

B)   The girl seldom visits my house.👉[Adverb of frequency]

C)    He searched everywhere for the book.👉[Adverb of place]

D)   The boy runs fast.👉[Adverb of time]

 

: Exercise 5 :

 

Underline the clauses in the following sentences [state what kind of clauses they are]:

A)   She asked me what my name was.👉[Noun Clause]

B)   He is a friend who has always helped me.👉[Adjective/ Relative Clause]

C)   Please enter the room when you are asked to.👉[Adverbial Clause]

D)   That he will win is known to us.👉[Noun Clause]

 

: Exercise 6 :

👉Identify the following sentences  [simple, complex and compound]:-

A)   They predicted that it would rein».

Answer:👉Complex Sentence.

 

B)    The weather being fine, the children went out to play».

Answer:👉Simple Sentence.

 

C)    Ravi woke up early but he could not reach school on time».

Answer:👉Compound Sentence.

 

D)    Finishing his work, my father returned home».

Answer:👉Simple Sentence.

 

: Exercise 7:

 

A)   Tatar hoped to do well in the examination. ( change into a complex sentence)

 

Answer:👉Tatar hoped to do well in the examination because he had studied hard.

 

B)   The Headmistress arrived the meeting began. (change into a complex sentence)

 

Answer:👉The meeting began when the headmaster arrived.

 

C)   Ayesha was surprised when she heard the news. (change into a simple sentence)

 

Answer:👉Ayesha was surprised by the news.

 

D)   You must work hard to be successful in life. (change into a compound sentence)

 

Answer:👉You must work hard, for it is essential to be successful in life.

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: COMPOSITION:

 

                                    : Exercise 8 :

 

 

👉You had been sick for three days. Now write a letter to the HM of your school seeking leave of absence for those three days.

Answer💬

To ,

     The Headmaster/Headmistress,

     Nadia High School,

   Chakdah, Nadia.

Sub:-Prayer for leave of absence

 

Sir,

With due respect, I am witting to inform you that I was unable to attend school for past three days, from 2 5. 0 8. 2024  to   2 7. 0 8. 2024 as I was suffering from fever. I have attached a medical certificate from my doctor to this letter for your reference.

I therefore pray and hope that you would be kind enough to me and grant me leave of absence for those days.

Date: 28th October 2024                                                                Yours obediently,

Place: Chakdah                                                                                 [Full Name ]                                                     

                                                                                                       Class IX, Sec- A, Roll- 5

 

: Exercise 9 :

👉You want to visit a tourist spot during the Puja vacation, now write a letter within hundred words to the manager of a hotel enquiring about the availability of rooms, cost involved and sites to be seen.

Answer💬

To ,

The Manager,

Hotel Tata Group,

Kavaratti, Lakshadweep.

Subject: Inquiry about Room Availability and Tourist Information.

Dear Manager,

             I hope this message finds you well. I am planning a visit to your esteemed hotel during the Puja vacation from 9^th October to 13^th October   and would like to inquire about the availability of  three  two bedded rooms. Could you please provide information on the room rates and any special packages for that period?

Additionally, I would appreciate recommendations on local attractions and must-see sites nearby.

Thank you for your assistance. I look forward to your response.

                                                                                                            Best regards-,

 Date:28th October 2024                                                          Rathin Biswas

Place: Kalyani                                                       Mobile No: XXXXXXXX                                   

   

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