Class Discussion Class 5 Worksheet English Marigold Poem 6

Q1: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

(i) What was the teacher's concern about Jane?
(a) She was too loud
(b) She was disruptive
(c) She was too quiet
(d) She was not attentive
Ans: (c)

The teacher was concerned because Jane hardly said a word during the class discussion.

(ii) What was Jane’s reaction when she was finally addressed by the teacher?

(a) She remained silent
(b) She was upset
(c) She responded clearly
(d) She left the room
Ans: (c)

Jane responded in a clear and low voice, indicating her willingness to explain herself.

(iii) How does the poem describe the classroom atmosphere during the discussion?
(a) Quiet and calm
(b) Noisy and lively
(c) Confusing and unorganized
(d) Intimidating and stressful
Ans: (b)

The poem mentions Jane being surrounded by chatter, indicating a lively discussion atmosphere.

(iv) According to Jane, how many people in the world are like her?
(a) Only a few
(b) None
(c) Many
(d) All people
Ans: (c)

Jane says that there are many quiet people in the world, implying that her trait is not uncommon.

(v) What does Jane imply about quiet people?(a) They are not intelligent
(b) They do not like others
(c) They have nothing to say
(d) They choose to speak less
Ans: (d)

Jane implies that quiet people, like herself, simply prefer to speak less, not that they lack thoughts or opinions.

Q2: Fill in the Blanks

(i) Jane, you hardly said a ____. 
Ans: word
(ii) We all aired our ____, but from you, we barely heard. 
Ans: opinions
(iii) You sat and stared in silence surrounded by the ____. 
Ans: chatter
(iv) Her voice was clear and ____. 
Ans: low
(v) There are many people in this world who are rather ____. 
Ans: quiet

Q3: True or False

(i) Jane was the most talkative person in the class.
Ans: False

Jane was notably silent during the class discussion.

(ii) The teacher asked Jane to be plain in her response.
Ans: True

The teacher requested Jane to be clear and straightforward in her explanation.

(iii) Jane shouted her response to the teacher.
Ans: False

Jane spoke with a voice that was clear and low.

(iv) Jane believes that being quiet is abnormal.
Ans: False

Jane indicated that being quiet is normal for many people.

(v) The classroom was described as being extremely quiet.
Ans: False

The classroom was filled with chatter, not quiet.

Q4: Read the following poem and answer the questions below:

“In the class discussion Jane, you hardly said a word.
We all aired our opinions but from you we barely heard.
You sat and stared in silence surrounded by the chatter,
Now tell me Jane, and please be plain, is there anything the matter?”
Jane looked up and then she spoke, Her voice was clear and low:
“There are many people in this world who are rather quiet you know!”

(i) Rhyming Words:
(a) Find a word that rhymes with "word."
Ans: heard
Rhymes with "word," both words end with the same "-urd" sound.

(b) Identify a word that rhymes with "chatter."
Ans: matter
Rhymes with "chatter," both words end with the same "-atter" sound.

(c) What rhymes with "low"?
Ans: know
Rhymes with "low," both words end with the same "-ow" sound.

(ii) Answer the following questions:
(a) What does "barely" mean in the poem?
Ans: "Barely" means almost not, just managing to do something.

(b) Explain the meaning of "airing opinions."
Ans: "Airing opinions" refers to expressing and sharing one's thoughts or view points openly.

(c) What does "matter" mean in the context of the poem?
Ans: In this context, "matter" refers to a concern, issue, or problem.

(d) What does it mean to be "surrounded by the chatter"?
Ans: Being "surrounded by the chatter" means being in an environment where there is a lot of talking and noise.
(e) Explain the meaning of "rather quiet" in Jane's response.
Ans: "Rather quiet" means quiet or somewhat silent or not very talkative.

Q5: Short Answer Questions

(i) Describe Jane's character based on her response in the class.
Ans: Jane is introspective and composed. Her quiet nature suggests she is thoughtful and perhaps more reserved, preferring to listen rather than participate actively in loud discussions.

(ii) What does the teacher’s question reveal about their perception of Jane?
Ans: The teacher’s question reveals a concern for Jane's well-being, mistaking her silence for potential distress or an issue that needed addressing, showing the teacher's attentiveness to student participation.

(iii) Why might Jane have chosen not to participate in the discussion?
Ans: Jane might prefer listening to others or feel that she expresses herself better in non-verbal ways. Her quietness could also stem from a sense of comfort in observing rather than engaging.

(iv) How might other students perceive Jane based on her behaviour in class?
Ans: Other students might see Jane as shy or reserved. Depending on their understanding, they might respect her preference for silence or mistakenly think she is aloof or disinterested.

(v) What lesson can be learned about individual differences from Jane's interaction with her teacher?
Ans: The lesson is that individual differences in expression and interaction should be respected and understood. Not everyone communicates in the same way, and recognizing this can lead to better interpersonal understanding and harmony within diverse groups.