Question Let us I–II
Which games do you play for fun or competition, and how do you feel when you win or lose?
Name a game and explain how you feel in both situations.
Answer
Answers vary; enjoy playing and respect others whether you win or lose.
CLASS 6 · POORVI · CHAPTER 4
Simple answers for the stories, poem, and information text about sportsmanship, play, and yoga.
26 worked answers · short steps first, explanations when you need them
Textbook pages 99–115
Question Let us I–II
Name a game and explain how you feel in both situations.
Answers vary; enjoy playing and respect others whether you win or lose.
Question Let us vocabulary
Match each word to how it is used in a game.
Friendly matches: non-competitive; opponent: competitor; tally: score record; sporting spirit: fairness and respect.
Question Check Your Understanding I
Prabhat focused on winning; Surya focused on enjoying the game.
Prabhat feared losing and was good at badminton. Surya enjoyed playing win or lose.
Question Check Your Understanding I–II
Prabhat cheated because he feared losing; Surya’s enjoyment helped him rethink what sport means.
He feared defeat, cheated, then felt unhappy. Surya’s cheerful attitude helped Prabhat value playing fairly.
Question Critical Reflection
Winning at any cost spoils the game; fair play makes it enjoyable and respectful.
Prabhat’s approach was unhealthy. Sporting spirit means honesty, respect, and enjoyment.
Question Vocabulary activity
Find shorter words whose letters appear together in the same order.
Examples: PHENOMENON—omen, men, one; BASKETBALL—basket, ball, tall.
Question Grammar activity
Earlier action: had + past participle; later action: simple past.
had finished; had played; had won; had never met; had practised.
Question Listen and Respond
Listen carefully and write the names and schedule details you hear.
Requires the classroom audio or teacher transcript.
Question Let us Speak
Use a polite request, sincere apology, or specific thank-you.
Please ask kindly, say sorry for mistakes, and thank people for their help.
Question Writing activity
Write what happened, how Prabhat feels, and what he plans to do next.
Prabhat feels guilty because he cheated; he decides to play honestly next time.
Textbook pages 116–126
Question Let us I–II
Describe the group’s activity, place, and time; then share your own routine.
They are playing outside in the evening. Personal answers vary.
Question Vocabulary in Context
The children run until tired, while the evening sky grows dark.
Creek: small stream; catch breath: recover after running; blue to black: nightfall; trees appear closer in darkness.
Question Check Your Understanding
The children keep playing until tiredness and darkness bring the game to an end.
They play ball until night; Night wins because it is time to stop and go home.
Question Poetry appreciation
The poet gives the trees a human action and makes Night seem like a competitor.
‘Trees creep close’ is personification; Night wins when darkness ends the game.
Question Speaking activity
Use equipment or a rule as a clue in your own riddle.
Sample answer: badminton.
Question Writing Task
Include when, where, who, game, favourite part, and when you return.
Answers vary; use a short paragraph with the listed details.
Textbook pages 127–138
Question Let us I–III
Yoga uses movement and breathing; International Yoga Day is 21 June.
Yoga supports body and mind; Yoga Day is 21 June.
Question Check Your Understanding
Use each word where its meaning fits the sentence.
health, lifestyle, strength, balance, calm, stress, sleep.
Question Critical Reflection
Yoga brings body and mind together; regular practice can support health and calm.
Yoga creates body–mind harmony; regular practice can improve flexibility and calmness.
Question Vocabulary and Structures
Use practice for a thing; practise for the action.
practice; practise; practice; practise; practise; practice.
Question Vocabulary and Structures
Advice is a noun; advise is a verb.
Use ‘advice’ for guidance and ‘advise’ for giving guidance.
Question Vocabulary activity
Every word must include the central letter A.
Examples: anger, angle, earn, gear, near, range, year.
Question Listen and Respond
Listen and select only statements supported by the recording.
Requires the audio or teacher transcript.
Question Let us Speak and Writing Task
Mention one physical benefit and one benefit for the mind.
Yoga can improve flexibility and help people feel calm and focused.
Question Learning Beyond Text
Name two poses and one simple benefit for each.
Tadasana supports posture; Vrikshasana practises balance and focus.
Question Learning Beyond Text
Use the clue in each riddle to identify the answer.
Seven; traffic light; eye; shadow.