TERM II- Unit 2 - Supplementary - Gulliver's Travel

 TERM II- Unit 2 - Supplementary - Gulliver's Travel 

Answers to Exercises:

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A. Read the following statements. Say True or False.

1. False – Gulliver was not the captain; he was a ship's doctor.

2. False – The Lilliputians did not speak in Gulliver's language. He couldn’t understand their speech.

3. False – Gulliver did not crush the small creatures; he only thought about it but refrained from doing so.

4. True – The horses were indeed four and a half inches tall.

5. True – The war between Lilliput and Blefuscu ended in peace.

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B. Identify the speaker / character.

1. Gulliver – "He felt something moving along his body almost up to his chin" (referring to the Lilliputian approaching him).

2. The Lilliputians – "They somehow managed to put him on the platform" (the Lilliputians managed to lift Gulliver onto the platform).

3. The Emperor of Lilliput – "Don't let us down now, Gulliver; we need your help."

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C. Choose the right option.

1. c. A swimmer – Gulliver managed to swim to land after the shipwreck.

2. b. confirmed that he was not harmful – Gulliver was set free after the Lilliputians realized he meant them no harm.

3. a. made the army of Blefuscu giddy – Gulliver was hailed as a hero for dragging the Blefuscu fleet and causing them to become disoriented.

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D. Discuss in groups. Retell the story in your own words.

• Example Retelling:

  • Gulliver was travelling in a ship. One stormy night, the ship was wrecked, and Gulliver managed to swim to a strange land. There, he was captured by tiny people called Lilliputians, who tied him down. After some time, they realized he was not a threat, and he helped them defeat a neighboring kingdom, Blefuscu, by dragging their fleet of ships. He became a hero and lived peacefully in Lilliput.

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E. Think and answer.

1. How did Gulliver overcome the adversity?

   • Gulliver overcame adversity by using his swimming skills to survive after the shipwreck, showing patience when captured by the Lilliputians, and using his strength to help them in their time of need.

2. How should one react to adversity?

   • One should stay calm, think clearly, and use available resources or strengths to overcome the challenges. Patience and adaptability are key in dealing with difficult situations.

3. Describe Gulliver’s encounter with the army of Blefuscu.

   • When the Lilliputians were attacked by the Blefuscu army, Gulliver helped by dragging all the enemy ships together with a rope. He pulled them around the sea for the whole day until the Blefuscu army became dizzy and disoriented, forcing them to ask for peace.

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F. Project: Traffic Signals

• This question asks you to look at the traffic signals and write down the corresponding traffic rules. Since the actual traffic signals are not included in the lesson, you can make a general list based on common traffic rules:

  • Stop sign: Stop and give way to other vehicles.

  • Yellow light: Slow down and prepare to stop.

  • Green light: Go or proceed when it is safe.

  • Pedestrian crossing: Yield to pedestrians walking across the road.

    
    
    
    
    

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  • Men at work
  • Ferry / river crossing ahead
  • Stop
  • One way
  • School ahead / school zone
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G. Look at these pictures. Think of how you must behave when you visit these places.

• Examples:

  • Public park: Use dustbins to dispose of rubbish. Be respectful of nature and wildlife.

  • Library: Speak quietly, avoid disturbing others, and handle books carefully.

  • Bus stop: Stand in line and wait for your turn to board the bus.

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  • No horn

  • Road narrows

  • Cycle track / cycles only

  • No U‑turn

  • Level crossing ahead

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H. Logical Sequence

1. Drive → Get in → Arrive → Park → Open door

   • Correct answer: a. 2,1,3,5,4

2. Travel → Book → Plan → Confirm → Enjoy

   • Correct answer: c. 1,2,3,4,5

3. Rest → Return → Supper → Go out → Visit

   • Correct answer: b. 4,5,1,2,3

4. Check out → Pack → Pay bill → Vacate → Drive

   • Correct answer: b. 1,2,3,4,5

5. Wait → Slow → Go → Stop → Get ready

   • Correct answer: a. 2,4,1,5,3