…
where all women can meet their potential … and the world will reap the benefits: -Christine Lagrade
Now, attempt a comparison of these women with regard to their ideas on being empowered. You may use the adjectives provided.
kind
dominating
severe
sympathetic
Answer:
The women mentioned present their different opinions on women empowerment. Ashapurna Debi, in her short story ‘Matchbox’ says that I always compare women to matchboxes! This portrays the quality of patience of women. In her prom ‘Any Woman’ Katharine Tynan describes the attitude of women towards their family and children. She tells us that women through their extreme kindness are able to sacrifice anything for their family and children. Ratna, a fictitious character in ‘Hore gallu’ talks about the trustworthiness of women. This is very clear when she says “We can listen to others without any judgement but with sympathy”.
Namita from ‘Matchbox’ is stern with her husband when it comes to interfering with very personal matters. Otherwise, she is very nice and kind to her family members. Christine Lagarde, dreams of creating a world where women can unleash their potential. For this each one of us has to be aware and help to create a stage for women empowerment to be possible. Summing up, understanding each one of these women’s views will heighten our awareness on women empowerment.
Activity 4: Comprehension (Textbook Page No.30)
Read the following advertisement.
Reading shapes you:
Kind attention passionate book nerds ………….. Books which take you to another world help you escape daily problems. Books are beyond imagination. A good book is always a reliable companion. Children in their care are always happy.
But today we are getting distracted by the digital world. The best way to get focused again is to disconnect and read an excellent book.
Here, you have the wonderland of sparkling letters. A bookstore that has a spacious and airconditioned reading hall is at your service.
Our new bookstore
peacock plumes
Come drink to the lees…………
Question 1.
What is the theme of this advertisement?
Answer:
The advertisement announces the new book store ‘peacock plumes.
Question 2.
According to the advertisement, what is the threat faced by readers today?
Answer:
The threat is the distraction caused by the digital world.
Question 3.
What are the advantages of reading?
Answer:
Reading helps to escape daily problems. Good books are like reliable companions.
Question 4.
With books, you …………… than with a computer. (Complete the sentence using a comparative)
Answer:
Will be happier.
Question 5.
Pick out from the advertisement the words, phrases and clauses used for the purpose of description.
Answer:
Words- passionate, daily, good, reliable, digital, excellent, wonder, sparkling, spacious, air conditioned, new Phrases- passionate book nerds, wonderland of sparkling letters Clauses – books which take you to another world, A bookstore that has a spacious and air-conditioned reading hall .
Activity 5: Language Practice (Textbook Page No.31)
Question 1.
What make our speech ornamental,vivid and picturesque? Have a look at the conventional similes given below.
As black as coal
As good as gold
As loud as thunder
As slow as a snail
Are these similes attractive? Why?
Answer:
Yes. They are attractive because they make a comparison between nouns using suitable adjectives to give a better idea about it.
Question 2.
Can you coin similar similes using appropriate adjectives?
Hello And Welcome
Female Film Festival 2015 Is Here,The
Best Time Of The Year
For Film
The line-up is fantastic; as ……………. as daisies.
We have 15 previews, 10 special guests, special events, and ‘Meet the Director’: a platform dedicated to the brain behind the films. Fine days to gorge yourself on the best films on offer. Enjoy Be as gay as a
……………………….
Sd/
Answer:
beautiful
child
Films At A Glance
Manjadikkuru
Anjali Menon’s “Manjadikkuru” is an ode to the innocence that once existed in us. Appealing equally to viewers of all ages, the movie portrays the life of a young maid who is as pure as a …………….