Question Answers For All Chapters – Balbharati English Class 6
Yonamine and Bushi
POINTERS
1. Read the story and write about the following in short.
(a) Yonamine Chiru of Okinawa
Yonamine Chiru was the most admired girl in Okinawa. She was intelligent, tall, strong, and well-trained in Karate. She wanted to marry only a man who could defeat her in a fair fight.
(b) Kojo
Kojo was a strong and tall wrestler who tried to defeat Yonamine. However, he played unfairly, and Yonamine defeated him easily by twisting his arm.
(c) Bushi Kiyo
Bushi Kiyo was a great Karate fighter and a personal guard of King ShoKo. He accepted Yonamine’s challenge and defeated her in a fair fight. Later, they got married.
2. Discuss and write 1-2 lines about the following,
(a) Yonamine’s ideas about marriage.
Answer : Yonamine believed that she would only marry a man who could defeat her in a fair fight.
(b) How Bushi defeated Yonamine in the wrestling match.
Answer : At a crucial moment in their match, Yonamine paused briefly. Bushi took advantage of the moment and brought her down with a swift punch.
(c) Why Bushi told Yonamine not to travel at night.
Answer : Bushi told Yonamine not to travel at night as it was not safe to go out alone after dark, for there were bandits about.
(d) Yonamine’s fight with Bushi (disguised as a bandit).
Answer : Yonamine held her attacker (Bushi) by the hand and kicked him with such force that he fell to the ground, unconscious. She then tied him to a tree with her sash.
(e) The lesson that Bushi learnt.
Answer : The lesson Bushi learned was not to underestimate anybody, especially not a woman.
3. Divide the story into different sections to show the different events and time periods in it.
Give a suitable title to each section. Examples :
Answer : Yonamine’s Strength and Challenge – Yonamine declares she will marry only a man who can defeat her.
Kojo’s Defeat – A strong wrestler, Kojo, fights unfairly and loses to Yonamine.
Bushi’s Victory – Bushi fights Yonamine fairly and defeats her in a match.
Yonamine’s Night Journey – Yonamine travels at night despite Bushi’s warning.
The Bandit Attack – Bushi disguises as a bandit but gets defeated by Yonamine.
The Lesson Learned – Bushi realizes the importance of not underestimating anyone.
4. Write a short monologue using one of the following ideas. Write down the monologue and present it in the class.
(a) Yonamine’s father worrying about getting her married.
Answer : Yonamine is a wonderful girl. She is beautiful and will inherit a fortune from me. It is now time for her to get married, but where, oh where, will I find a young man who will marry her? She is stronger than most men, and where will I find a man who will come forward to marry a woman stronger than him? Besides, most young men want to marry girls who will cook and wash and make tea for their husbands; not girls who enjoy wrestling! Oh, I really want her to be happy and cared for and I truly hope she finds the right husband.
(b) Bushi disguised as a bandit.
Answer : खालील तुमच्या अनुभवासाठी एक उदाहरण आहे, पण ईविद्यर्थी तुम्हाला तुमचा स्वतःचा अनुभव लिहिण्यास प्रवृत्त करते.
“I must teach Yonamine a lesson for her own safety. She thinks she can fight any bandit. I will disguise myself and scare her. But oh! She is too strong. I have been defeated! Now, I am tied to a tree like a real bandit. I must accept that my wife is truly powerful. Next time, I should trust her skills!”
5. Form groups and hold debates on the following topics. Make bulleted lists of points in favour of the topic (pros) and those against it (cons). (3-6 points each)
Answer :
(a) Boys cannot cook or do any housework.
✅ Pros:
Traditionally, men do outside work.
Some boys may not learn household chores.
❌ Cons:
Cooking and cleaning are life skills for everyone.
Many chefs and housekeepers are men.
(b) Girls cannot do everything that boys do.
✅ Pros:
Some tasks need more physical strength.
In some cultures, girls have fewer opportunities.
❌ Cons:
Girls can be athletes, scientists, and leaders.
Yonamine was a great fighter.
(c) You should never lose a match.
✅ Pros:
Losing can feel disappointing.
Winning brings success.
❌ Cons:
Losing teaches important lessons.
Everyone fails before becoming great.
(d) You should admit your mistakes.
✅ Pros:
Admitting mistakes helps us learn.
People trust honest people.
❌ Cons:
Some people may take advantage of honesty.
Admitting mistakes can be embarrassing.
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