Teamwork Class 5 Worksheet English Marigold Poem 2

Q1: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

(i) What is the main message of the poem?
(a) Playing alone is better.
(b)Teamwork is important to achieve goals.
(c) Individual achievements are superior.
(d) Dreams can't come true.
Ans: (b)

The poem wants us to understand that working together as a team helps us achieve our goals better. Just like how different players in a team help each other to win a game, people in real life can help each other to succeed.

(ii) According to the poem, what is necessary for the relay race to continue?
(a) Running faster than others.
(b) Passing the baton.
(c) Avoiding the race.
(d) Winning the race.
Ans: (b)

Imagine a relay race like passing a stick or a baton from one runner to another. This is very important because it helps the team to keep going and finish the race. If they don't pass the baton, the race can't continue.

(iii) What does the line "When a you or a me becomes an us!" mean?
(a) Everyone should be on their own.
(b) Nobody should work together.
(c) Individual efforts are not important.
(d) Collaboration is valuable.
Ans: (d)

This line is trying to tell us that when we work together as a group, combining our efforts, we can do great things. It's like saying "you" and "me" become a strong "us" when we join hands and work together.

(iv) In the poem, why is passing the basketball important?
(a) To have fun.
(b) To show off skills.
(c) To score points.
(d) To waste time.
Ans: (c)

Think of basketball like a team game. Passing the basketball is important because it helps the team to work together and get the ball closer to the hoop. When they pass well, they can have a better chance to throw the ball through the hoop and score points.

(v) What is the purpose of sharing the joy of what has been done?
(a) To make others jealous.
(b) To show off.
(c) To celebrate achievements together.
(d) To keep everything a secret.
Ans: (c)

Imagine you did something really well, like solving a puzzle or painting a picture. When you share your happiness with others, it's like having a little party to celebrate what you did. This helps you and your friends feel happy and proud together.

Q2: Fill in the Blanks

(i) ____________ we can make our dream work.
(ii) It's fun to shoot the basketball through the ____________.
(iii) The relay race can't go on if nobody wants to pass the ____________.
(iv) We're the parts that make up the ____________.
(v) Sometimes it can be a big ____________.
Ans:
(i) Together
(ii) Hoop
(iii) Baton
(iv) Whole
(v) Plus

Q3: True or False

(i) Teamwork is not important to achieve goals. (True/False)
(ii) Passing the baton is essential in a relay race. (True/False)
(iii) Shooting a basketball is the only way to have fun. (True/False)
(iv) Individual efforts are always more valuable than teamwork. (True/False)
(v) Collaboration is valuable in achieving a common goal. (True/False)
Ans: 
(i) False

The poem emphasizes the importance of teamwork in achieving common goals. It highlights how working together makes things possible, like passing the ball in basketball or the baton in a relay race. Therefore, the statement is false.

(ii) True

The poem clearly states that the relay race cannot continue if nobody passes the baton, highlighting the importance of teamwork in such races. Therefore, the statement is true.

(iii) False

The poem mentions that shooting a basketball is fun, but it also emphasizes that teamwork, such as passing the ball, is important to make the game enjoyable. Therefore, shooting isn't the only way to have fun, and the statement is false.

(iv) False

The poem highlights the importance of teamwork in achieving goals and how working together can lead to shared success and joy. It suggests that teamwork can sometimes be more effective than individual efforts. Therefore, the statement is false.

(v) True

The poem emphasizes that working together as a team helps achieve common goals and makes the process enjoyable. Collaboration and teamwork are shown to be key in accomplishing tasks, making this statement true.

Q4: Unscramble the following words:

(i) ekroawmet
(ii) stotsho
(iii) ssap
(iv) liyare
(v) ommcno
Ans:
(i) teamwork
(ii) shoot
(iii) pass
(iv) relay
(v) common

Q5: Write rhyming words of the following: 

(i) Dream
(ii) Fun
(iii) Whole
(iv) Plus
(v) Us
Ans:
(i) Stream
(ii) Run
(iii) Goal
(iv) Bus
(v) Fuss

Q6: Short Answer Questions

(i) Define the term teamwork.
Ans: The combined effort of a group of people is called teamwork.

(ii) What will happen if no one will pass the ball in a basketball game?
Ans: If no one will pass the ball in a basketball game then we will not be able to play the game because the full game is based on passing.

(iii) What will happen if no will pass the baton in a relay race?
Ans: If no one will pass the baton, the game will not proceed and it will go on.

(iv) It is difficult for you to shift one desk alone but when you do it together it becomes easy, why?
Ans: Because in teamwork we can share work. More strength can do work easier than a single one.

(v) Have you made your class neat & clean and well decorated? How can this work be done quickly?
Ans: Yes, I have cleaned my classroom. We were able to finish quickly because our classmates worked together as a team. Teamwork is also important in business because coworkers often need to cooperate and do their best, no matter the situation. Teamwork means people work together, use their own skills, and give helpful feedback, even if they have personal differences.

(vi) When team members work for each other and work with each other, which value do they fulfill?
Ans: When team members help each other and work together, they show the value of teamwork. This means cooperating, supporting one another, and sharing responsibilities to reach their goals together.

(vii) What will happen when we all will play together?
Ans: When we will all play together then we will be able to share our joy with everyone. Playing together will be more enjoyable and we will learn to work in a team and will learn to live with each other and will be one.

(viii) What is the advantage of teamwork?
Ans: There are many works that we cannot do singly for those we need a team. In teamwork, our understanding and bonding grow well. Also together we all share the joy of the success of this team works.

(ix) What would happen if, in a basketball game, no one passes the ball?
Ans: If no one passes the ball in a basketball game, the team will struggle to score. Players won’t be able to make good shots, and the game will become messy, making it harder to win.

(x) What can be a big plus according to the speaker?
Ans: According to the speaker, a big plus is when "you" and "me" becomes "us." This means that teamwork and coming together as a group can lead to greater success and enjoyment.