Textbook Solutions: The Seed of Truth - Class 5 PDF Download

Exercises

Let’s understand

1.
Ans: a. True. King Vidyadhara was worried because he didn't have any children to take over his kingdom after him.
b. True. The people in his kingdom loved and respected him.
c. False. While the king enjoyed gardening, the text doesn't say he didn't have a gardener.
d. True. Pingala's father was a farmer.
e. False. The king gave roasted seeds to all the children.

2.
Ans: a. King Vidyadhara's subjects were worried because he was getting old and didn't have any children to become the heir to the throne.
b. The king's hobby was gardening.
c. The king proclaimed that he would distribute seeds to all the children in the kingdom and the one who grows the biggest and healthiest plant in three months would become the heir to his kingdom.
d. The children and their parents were anxious to get the seeds and grow the best plant.
e. Pingala was rewarded for his truthfulness by being named the crown prince.

3. 
Ans:

1. The other children probably managed to grow beautiful and healthy plants by cheating. They might have gotten different seeds from somewhere else. This is implied because the king gave everyone roasted seeds that couldn't grow.
2. The title "The Seed of Truth" is appropriate because the story centers around the importance of honesty. The seed acts as a test of character, and Pingala's truthful nature is what makes him worthy of becoming the king.

Let's build words 

1.
Ans: a. healthy plant
b. poor farmer
c. loyal subjects
d. anxious parents
e. just king
f. roasted seeds
g. empty pot
h. avid gardener

2. 
Ans: a. human - inhuman
b. guide - misguide
c. responsible - irresponsible
d. patient - impatient
e. natural - unnatural
f. legal - illegal
g. possible - impossible
h. divided - undivided

3.
Ans:
a. Tarun is riding his bicycle.
b. Tom is making a toy car.
c. Jim is saving his pocket money for his birthday.
d. The cows are coming along the road.
e. Mrs Das is taking her dog to the vet.

Let's learn grammar

Simple past tenses

1. 
Ans: a. The performer cracks a joke and the audience laughs.
b. Street hawkers called out their wares as they carried them along.
c. The roads were so choked with traffic that it was better to go by train.
d. We visited our relatives when we had the time.

2. 
Ans: b. I will eat my snacks and then do my homework.
c. I will play with my friends after I finish my homework.

3. 
Ans: a. The guest is waiting for the taxi.
b. Priya is busy now. She is baking a cake for us.
c. Tina and Harsh are flying to Australia on Tuesday.
d. Our neighbour, Ms Swaminathan, often visits us.
e. Arya goes to school by bus every morning.
f. The trees in my garden produce a lot of fruit every year

4.
a. A bus is parked at the side of the road near some houses. The driver is standing outside the bus, likely waiting for passengers to board.
b. A classroom scene is depicted where a teacher is standing at the front, writing on the blackboard. The students are paying attention to her, sitting at their desks with books open.
c. A man is walking his dog in a park. The dog is pulling on the leash, appearing excited, while the man seems to be struggling to keep up.

Let's listen

Ans: In the story, King Vidyadhara made an important announcement from his palace. He announced to all the children in the kingdom that they would receive seeds from him. The child who grew the healthiest and biggest plant from these seeds within three months would be declared the heir to his throne.

Let's speak

Ans: 
Role-play 1: Inviting a friend to a birthday party

• Introduction: "Hello, it's [Your Name] here."
• Ask for the person: "Can I speak to [Friend's Name], please?"
• Request information: "Hey [Friend's Name], are you free this Saturday? I'm throwing a birthday party and would love for you to come."
• End the conversation: "Great! Thanks, I’ll send you the details soon. See you there!"

Role-play 2: Asking a parent/guardian to bring your book to school

• Introduction: "Hi Mom/Dad, it’s me, [Your Name]."
• Ask for the person: "Are you free to talk for a minute?"
• Request information: "I forgot my math book at home. Can you bring it to school when you come for the parent-teacher meeting?"
• End the conversation: "Thank you so much! I’ll see you later then."

Role-play 3: Asking a shop assistant if the latest book is available

• Introduction: "Hello, this is [Your Name]."
• Ask for the person: "Could I speak to someone in the sales department, please?"
• Request information: "I’m looking for the latest book by [Author’s Name]. Do you have it in stock?"
• End the conversation: "Thanks for checking. Could you please hold a copy for me? I’ll come by to pick it up. Bye!"

Let’s write

1.
Ans: My name is Pingala. I am a farmer's son. I love gardening just like the king. I was very excited when the king announced the competition to find his heir. I took good care of my seed, but it did not sprout. I was sad when I saw other children going to the palace with beautiful plants. My father encouraged me to go to the king with my empty pot. When the king saw my empty pot, he was surprised. I told him the truth that the seed did not germinate. The king was happy with my honesty and declared me as the crown prince.

2.
Ans: Students do it themselves.