Textbook Solutions - When I Was Twelve | Class 6 English Skylark: Summary, Worksheets, Question & Ans PDF Download

Understanding the Text

Q1. Read and tick () the correct option from the choices given below.
(i).

Correct Answer is Option (c)

(ii).

Correct Answer is Option (c)

(iii).

Correct Answer is Option (b)

(iv).

Correct Answer is Option (a)

(v).

Correct Answer is Option (d)

Q2. State whether the following sentences are true or false.
(i).

False

(ii).

True

(iii).

False

(iv).

False

(v).

False

Q3. Answer the following questions.
(i).

The narrator and his classmates were afraid of the arithmetic teacher who was a formidable character and had no sense of compassion or pity. He twisted their ears and shouted at them which made it difficult for them to learn.

(ii).

The monster (arithmetic teacher) twisted the narrator's ear because he caught him sketching him during the class.

(iii).

The Cadillac that belonged to one of the Maharajas of Mysore looked like a prince to the narrator because it was the only car he had ever seen and it was so huge and impressive.

(iv).

The members of the family including those in distinguished services ran after the cook because he refused to cook for the wedding after he saw the caricature of himself drawn by the narrator, which he felt insulted by.

(v).

The narrator's life was changed forever by a piece of chalk because it was with that chalk that he drew his first caricature of his arithmetic teacher, which became the starting point of his lifelong passion for art.

Q4. Answer these questions with reference to the context.
‘He’s come! He’s come!’ People who never stood up for anyone also stood up! How to entertain him?

(i).

The cook had come for the wedding of the narrator's sister.

(ii).

People were keen to entertain him because he was very important at the wedding as the entire reputation of the wedding depended on his cooking.

(iii).

Discussions were held about what the cook wanted and needed for the wedding feast.

(iv).

After the discussions ended, coffee was offered to the cook as a mark of respect and honour.

(v).

The group gathered around the narrator because one of his cousins saw his caricature and started showing it to others, causing a commotion and attracting attention.

Q5. Think and answer.
(i).

To become a famous cartoonist, one needs to have a strong artistic ability and a creative mind to come up with unique and engaging cartoon ideas. In addition, a cartoonist should have a good sense of humor, an understanding of current events and cultural trends, and the ability to connect with their audience. It also helps to have strong storytelling skills, as well as knowledge of the industry and the business side of cartooning. Finally, a cartoonist should be persistent and willing to work hard to hone their craft and develop a personal style that sets them apart from other cartoonists.