Question Answer For All Chapters – English Class 7
Solutions
Page 70 Closed Shoes Not Allowed in Exams
1. What is the meaning of “issued,” “candidates,” and “invigilators”?
- Issued: Officially announced or shared.
- Candidates: Students appearing for the exam.
- Invigilators: Supervisors of the exam.
2. Who is conducting the test?
- The test is conducted by Shivam Institute of Innovative Technology, Bengaluru.
3. Discuss the following in groups of four or five :
(a) Why are closed footwear (shoes, socks) not allowed in the examination hall?
- To prevent students from hiding cheating materials inside them.
(b) Why has the institute not allowed electronic gadgets in the hall?
- To stop the use of gadgets like phones and calculators for cheating.
(c) What other measures can be taken to prevent “copying”?
- Conducting exams under CCTV surveillance, seating students far apart, and providing transparent question papers and answer sheets.
4. Why is this news published in newspapers?
- To inform students about the rules and ensure they follow them.
Page 70 Ritika Quits Acting
1. Guess the meaning of “most highly paid,” “revealed,” and “sign films.”
- Most highly paid: Earning the most money.
- Revealed: Shared or disclosed information.
- Sign films: Agreeing to act in movies.
2. What words are used for the following in the news item?
- (a) Film Industry: Bollywood.
- (b) Something on which a lot of money is spent: Big-budget movie.
3. Guess why “Ant” is a big-budget movie.
- It might have high production costs, famous actors, and special effects.
4. Can you think of other reasons for Ritika’s decision?
- She might want to spend time with her family, explore a new career, or focus on politics.
5. What will be Ritika’s reaction to this news?
- She may feel emotional or surprised by how people respond to her decision.
Page 71 Most Dangerous Time in History
1. Guess the meaning of “mankind.”
- It means all humans or humanity.
2. Which words or phrases in the news refer to the Earth?
- “The planet on which we live” and “our only planet.”
3. Which of the following problems do you believe is the most serious?
- Open-ended: Students can choose any (climate change, overpopulation, or diseases) and explain their reasoning.
4. Discuss the following statements:
- (a) We have the technology to destroy the planet on which we live.
- Humans have developed powerful technologies like weapons and industries that harm the Earth.
- (b) We will have built colonies amid the stars.
- Scientists believe humans might live on other planets in the future.
- (c) Right now, we have only one planet.
- Earth is the only planet where humans can survive, so we must protect it.
5. Prof. Hawking wrote about the problem in the Guardian.
Why is this news given in other papers?
- To spread awareness and encourage people to take action against global problems.
Page 72 Quick Cure for All Ailments
1. Guess the meaning of “flock” and “followers.”
- Flock: To gather in large numbers.
- Followers: People who believe in or support someone.
2. Why is there a question mark in the heading?
- To show doubt about the truth of Miribaba’s claims.
3. Which part of the news is reliable, and which may not be reliable? How do we learn that?
- Reliable: The increase in hospital patients (verified by a doctor).
- Unreliable: Miribaba’s claim that his powder cures all diseases (no scientific proof).
4. Will Miribaba and his followers like the news?
- No, they may feel offended because the news questions their claims.
5. What should you do when you fall ill?
- Visit a doctor for proper medical treatment.
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