Never Say Die W.B. + Listening B.C.

• ENGLISH
• Secondary Education

READING COMPREHENSION

Expected Learning Outcomes

I will be able to:

* identify and relate to the central idea of the passage 'Never Say Die', and answer the questions based on the same.

* listen to an audio by the British Council and answer the questions based on the same.

What all qualities must we possess to fulfil our dreams?

What did everyone think of John Roebling's idea?

Who helped him in fulfilling
his dream and how?

How did Washington manage
to build the bridge?

What does the passage teach us?

Based on the passage, Washington can be described as __________.

1. diligent
2. wise
3. hard-working
4. determined

'The Brooklyn Bridge shows us that dreams which look impossible can be achieved with persistence and determination no matter what the odds are.'
The above line in the passage means _____________

1. Life is too short to waste your time on people who don't value you.
2. Hardships make or break people.
3. Challenge and adversity help you not only know your weakness, but unlock your true strength too.
4. None of these

Which of the following is NOT a synonym of 'encourage'?

1. hearten
2. crush
3. uplift
4. embolden

Which of the following is a synonym of 'daunted'?

1. sacred
2. indicated
3. scared
4. defeated

Which of the following is NOT a synonym of 'lethargy'?

1. enthusiasm
2. inactivity
3. weariness
4. None of these

Which of the following is NOT an antonym of 'difficulty'?

1. blessing
2. adversity
3. assistance
4. felicity

Which of the following is NOT an antonym of 'weak'?

1. invincible
2. unshakeable
3. steadfast
4. indomitable

Which of the following is a synonym of 'dismissed'?

1. retained
2. scrapped
3. secured
4. preserved

Which of the following is NOT synonymous to 'stimulate'?

1. dissuade
2. trigger
3. prompt
4. spark

Which of the following is synonymous to 'translate'?

1. decode
2. obscure
3. complicate
4. mystify

Please reach the assignment on MS-Teams.

INSTRUCTIONS:

* Click on '🔉' to play the audio.

* Ensure you are in sound surroundings to avoid distractions.✔

* Do remember to keep yourself muted while the audio is being played to avoid disruptions for the class.🔉

* You are expected to take notes while the audio is being played. ✍

ALL THE BEST 👍🙂

Home Fun

Write the summary of the novel ‘Ahimsa’ by Supriya Kelkar in NOT MORE THAN 70-80 words in the English Notebook. (Physical/Virtual)

SUCCESS CRITERIA:
Now, I CAN:
* identify and relate to the central idea of the passage 'Never Say Die', and answer the questions based on the same.
* listen to an audio by the British Council and answer the questions based on the same.

1. Agree
2. Strongly agree
3. Not sure
4. I need some help.