1.Strike off the words in the box below that are not suitable.
Taro wanted to give his old parents everything they needed. This shows that he was ….
Strike off the words in the box below that are not suitable.
Taro wanted to give his old parents everything they needed. This shows that he was ….
thoughtful hardworking loving honest
considerate trustworthy efficient kind
thoughtful hardworking loving honest
considerate trustworthy efficient kind
1.Strike off the words in the box below that are not suitable.
Taro wanted to give his old parents everything they needed. This shows that he was ….
Strike off the words in the box below that are not suitable.
Taro wanted to give his old parents everything they needed. This shows that he was ….
thoughtful hardworking loving honest
considerate trustworthy efficient kind
thoughtful hardworking loving honest
considerate trustworthy efficient kind
Explanation:
Considerate, trustworthy, efficient
2‘This made Taro sadder than ever.”
This’ refers to
(i) a strong wind that began to blow.
(ii) Taro’s father’s old age.
(iii) Taro’s inability to buy expensive sake for his father.
2‘This made Taro sadder than ever.”
This’ refers to
(i) a strong wind that began to blow.
(ii) Taro’s father’s old age.
(iii) Taro’s inability to buy expensive sake for his father.
Explanation:
(iii) Taro’s inability to buy expensive sake for his father.
3.What was Taro's reason for running towards the stream?
3.What was Taro's reason for running towards the stream?
Explanation:
Taro was thirsty and needed water to drink. Additionally, he was curious about the sound of falling water that he had never heard before in that area.
4.How did Taro's father express his joy after drinking sake?
4.How did Taro's father express his joy after drinking sake?
Explanation:
After drinking sake, Taro's father's shivering stopped, and he felt warm and energized. He expressed his happiness by dancing.
5.Why did the waterfall give Taro sake instead of water?
5.Why did the waterfall give Taro sake instead of water?
Explanation:
The waterfall rewarded Taro for his filial piety and thoughtfulness towards his parents. Taro served his parents sincerely, and sake was the reward for his kindness. Others who were greedy and just wanted to collect the water only received plain water.
6.What was the reason behind the villagers' attempt to drown Taro?
6.What was the reason behind the villagers' attempt to drown Taro?
Explanation:
The villagers were disappointed when they collected only plain water instead of sake from the waterfall. They suspected that Taro had tricked them and wanted to punish him for it.
7.What was the reason for the Emperor's reward to Taro?
7.What was the reason for the Emperor's reward to Taro?
Explanation:
The Emperor rewarded Taro for his virtue of being a good and respectful son to his parents. By doing so, the Emperor hoped to encourage all children to honor and serve their parents.
8.Who was Taro and what was his most admirable trait?
8.Who was Taro and what was his most admirable trait?
Explanation:
Taro was a young woodcutter who was known for his hard work and dedication to serving his old parents. His most admirable trait was his filial piety and his desire to keep his parents happy.
9.What did Taro's father wish for one cold day?
9.What did Taro's father wish for one cold day?
Explanation:
Taro's father wished for a cup of sake to warm his body and heart on a cold day.
10.How did Taro manage to fulfill his father's wish?
10.How did Taro manage to fulfill his father's wish?
Explanation:
Taro worked harder at chopping wood to earn more money to buy sake, but he eventually discovered a magic waterfall that turned water into sake. He collected the sake from the waterfall and gave it to his father.
11.How did the villagers come to know about the magic waterfall?
11.How did the villagers come to know about the magic waterfall?
Explanation:
Taro's father shared the story of the magic waterfall with a woman he met while drinking the sake. She spread the story throughout the village.
12.How did the villagers react when they tasted the water from the magic waterfall?
12.How did the villagers react when they tasted the water from the magic waterfall?
Explanation:
The villagers were disappointed and angry when they discovered that the water from the magic waterfall was plain cold water. They believed that Taro had tricked them and wanted to punish him.
13.How did the Emperor of Japan reward Taro for his actions?
13.How did the Emperor of Japan reward Taro for his actions?
Explanation:
The Emperor of Japan rewarded Taro with 20 pieces of gold for his filial piety and dedication to serving his parents. He also named a fountain after Taro in honor of his selfless actions.
14.Describe Taro's character and his relationship with his parents.
14.Describe Taro's character and his relationship with his parents.
Explanation:
Taro was a hardworking woodcutter who lived with his elderly parents. Despite being poor, he was deeply devoted to his parents and always put their needs above his own. He worked tirelessly to earn money to provide for them and keep them happy. Taro's love for his parents was his most endearing quality.
15.How did Taro manage to fulfill his father's wish for sake?
15.How did Taro manage to fulfill his father's wish for sake?
Explanation:
Taro's father was shivering with cold and wished for a cup of sake. Taro worked even harder to earn money to buy the expensive drink. But fate smiled upon him, and he discovered a magic waterfall that produced sake instead of water. He brought a pitcher full of sake to fulfill his father's wish.
16.Why were the villagers disappointed with the magic waterfall, and how did they react?
16.Why were the villagers disappointed with the magic waterfall, and how did they react?
Explanation:
When the greedy villagers went to the waterfall to taste the magic sake, they found plain cold water instead. They were disappointed and angry, believing Taro had tricked them. They wanted to punish him and even planned to drown him in the stream.
17.How did Taro escape the villagers' punishment?
17.How did Taro escape the villagers' punishment?
Explanation:
Taro slipped behind a rock and managed to hide from the villagers who were searching for him. His quick thinking and resourcefulness allowed him to escape their punishment.
18.How was Taro rewarded for his goodness, and by whom?
18.How was Taro rewarded for his goodness, and by whom?
Explanation:
Taro's goodness and devotion to his parents caught the attention of the Emperor of Japan. He was rewarded with 20 pieces of gold and had the most beautiful fountain in the city named after him. The Emperor's reward was a way to encourage children to respect and serve their parents.
19.Speaking:
Listen to these children. What are they talking about?
19.Speaking:
Listen to these children. What are they talking about?
Explanation:
The children are talking about their likes and dislikes. The first child likes reading books and playing chess. The second child likes playing sports and watching TV. The third child likes painting and listening to music. They are discussing their hobbies and interests.
20.What triggered the conflict between the poet and her brother?
20.What triggered the conflict between the poet and her brother?
Explanation:
The cause of their argument was a minor issue that the poet couldn't even recall.
21.Who made the first move to resolve the issue?
21.Who made the first move to resolve the issue?
Explanation:
The poet's brother took the initiative to resolve the matter and approached the poet to make amends.
22.Why did the poet describe the afternoon as "black"?
22.Why did the poet describe the afternoon as "black"?
Explanation:
The afternoon turned out to be unpleasant as both the poet and her brother were in a bad mood after their argument.
23.Why did the quarrel persist until the afternoon?
23.Why did the quarrel persist until the afternoon?
Explanation:
The quarrel continued until the afternoon because both siblings believed they were right and blamed each other for the argument.
24.Who said, "Oh! come along! We can't go on all night!" and why?
24.Who said, "Oh! come along! We can't go on all night!" and why?
Explanation:
The poet's brother said these words to end the argument and reconcile with his sister.
25.Can you recall a recent argument you had with a friend or family member? What was it about and how did it resolve?
25.Can you recall a recent argument you had with a friend or family member? What was it about and how did it resolve?
Explanation:
I recently had a disagreement with my friend over a misunderstanding. We argued about who was to blame, and the argument lasted for some time until we both cooled down and decided to talk calmly. We apologized to each other, and our friendship was restored.
26.Why is it important to resolve conflicts quickly?
26.Why is it important to resolve conflicts quickly?
Explanation:
It is important to resolve conflicts quickly as prolonging them can damage relationships and lead to misunderstandings. Finding a resolution and ending a quarrel helps to maintain healthy relationships.
27.What caused the quarrel between the poet and her brother? How did they reconcile?
27.What caused the quarrel between the poet and her brother? How did they reconcile?
Explanation:
The cause of the quarrel was not significant, and both siblings couldn't even remember it. However, their argument lasted until the afternoon until the brother took the first step and apologized for his mistake, and they reconciled.
