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NCERT Solutions for Class 7 English Honeycomb Poem 8 Meadow Surprises
NCERT Solutions for Class 7 English Honeycomb Poem 8
Working with the Poem
Question 1:
Read the lines in which the following phrases occur. Then discuss with your partner the meaning of each phrase in its context.
(i) velvet grass
(ii) drinking straws
(iii) meadow houses
(iv) amazing mound
(v) fuzzy head
Solution:
1. soft grass
2. A long narrow tube of butterflies to suck nectar from flowers.
3. Several houses, such as burrows, nests and mounds in the meadow.
4. The mound created by the ants as their dwelling place.
5. The heads of the bright yellow flowers.
Question 2:
Which line in the poem suggests that you need a keen eye and a sharp ear to enjoy a meadow? Read aloud the stanza that contains this line.
Solution:
“You may discover these yourself if you look and listen well.”
Question 3:
Find pictures of the kinds of birds, insects and scenes mentioned in the poem.
Solution:
1. Velvet Grass
2. Drinking Straw
3. Amazing Mound
Question 4:
Watch a tree or a plant, or walk across a field or park at the same time every day for a week. Keep a diary of what you see and hear. At the end of the week, write a short paragraph or a poem about your experiences. Put your writing up on the class bulletin board.
Solution:
During the holidays, I used to visit the park every day, I felt a peaceful and refreshing experience there. The fresh air, the sound of rustling leaves, and the sight of trees and flowers can help ease the mind and reduce stress. Greenery and nature provide a sense of calm, and walking is an excellent way to exercise. It is the perfect way to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy a moment of peace.