Class 10 : Unit -3 -Prose - Empowered women navigating the world

 Unit -3 -Prose - Empowered women navigating the world

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A. Answer the following questions:

a. What does INSV stand for?
→ Indian Naval Ship Vessel.

b. When was INSV Tarini commissioned to Indian Navy service?
→ On 18 February 2017.

c. Who is Tara-Tarini?
→ Tara-Tarini is the patron deity for sailors and is worshipped for safety and success at sea.

d. Where did the crew undergo their basic training?
→ The crew underwent their basic sail training at the Indian Naval Watermanship Training Centre (INWTC), Mumbai and at various schools in Kochi.

e. How long were they trained to undertake this voyage?
→ They were trained for almost three years.

f. Which skill was considered important in the selection process?
→ Survival skills were considered important.

g. Who mentored the crew?
→ Commander Dilip Donde mentored the crew.

h. Which quality of the skipper helped to bring out a successful expedition?
→ Honesty and determination not to use the engine or take any external help.

i. Who among the crew mentioned about teamwork?
→ Payal Gupta.

j. When did they witness the brilliant southern lights from the sea? How did the sky appear there?
→ While crossing the Tasman Sea; the sky appeared lit up in green light.

k. What festival did they celebrate during their expedition?
→ They celebrated Diwali, three birthdays, and specific milestones like crossing the equator and the International Date Line.

 

A. True or False:

1. Indian Navy’s all-women crew was the first-ever to circumnavigate the globe.
   → True
2. The crew consists of six members of men and women Indian Navy service.
   → False
   → Correct Answer: The crew consisted of six women officers from the Indian Navy.
3. Vartika Joshi skippered the crew to circumnavigate the globe.
   → True
4. The crew started their expedition on 10 July 2017 from Mumbai.
   → False
   → Correct Answer: The crew started their expedition on 10 September 2017 from Goa.
5. Dilip Donde was the first person to go on a non-stop solo circumnavigation.
   → False
   → Correct Answer: Cdr. Abhilash Tomy was the first Indian to go on a non-stop solo circumnavigation.

B. Brief Answers:

1. Mention the special features of INSV Tarini.
   → INSV Tarini is an indigenously built 55-foot sailing vessel with advanced Raymarine navigation, satellite communication systems, and it uses environment-friendly, renewable energy sources.
2. What does the term circumnavigation mean?
   → Circumnavigation means sailing all the way around the globe without external help or use of auxiliary power.
3. How did the all-women Indian Navy crew go about their voyage?
   → They started from Goa, stopped at four ports for replenishment and repairs, and sailed around the globe in 254 days strictly adhering to the rules of circumnavigation.
4. When did the crew start their voyage? When did they return to India? How many days did it take to complete the expedition?
   → Started on 10 September 2017, returned on 21 May 2018. The expedition took 254 days.
5. What sort of training did the crew undergo before their expedition?
   → The crew underwent theoretical and practical training in navigation, weather, emergencies, repairs, and medical situations over a period of three years.
6. How did the crew members work as a team to make their expedition successful?
   → They collaborated on solving problems, helped each other during storms, took turns managing the boat, and supported one another emotionally and physically.
7. What challenging tasks did the team face during their voyage?
   → They faced rough weather, high waves, strong winds, lack of food and water, equipment repairs, and the need to remain calm and coordinated in emergencies.
8. What sort of activities did the crew engage in during their long voyage?
   → They read books, cooked, crafted, baked, watched movies, listened to music, and celebrated occasions to keep themselves motivated.
9. Mention the celebrations which the crew enjoyed during their expeditions.
   → They celebrated Diwali, three birthdays, the boat’s first birthday, crossing the equator, and the International Date Line.
10. What factor motivated the crew to undertake this expedition?
    → The trust of the country, support from families, and the aim to show that women are capable of such achievements motivated them.

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C. Long Answers (100–150 words):

1. Highlight the factors responsible for the all-women Indian Navy crew to carry out their expedition.
The successful expedition of the all-women Indian Navy crew was made possible due to a combination of courage, determination, and extensive preparation. The support from the Indian Navy and mentorship by Commander Dilip Donde played a vital role. The crew’s dedication to learning, their three years of rigorous training, and their strong teamwork contributed significantly. Emotional strength, problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt in extreme conditions helped them face unpredictable challenges. Most importantly, their desire to represent Indian women’s potential globally and break gender stereotypes gave them the motivation to complete the mission honestly, without external help. The country’s support also inspired them to push their limits.

2. Write in detail about the selection and training process which the crew underwent.
Out of thirty applicants, six women were selected for the expedition based on their survival skills and resilience. The selected crew went through extensive training over nearly three years. They began with theoretical courses on navigation, communication, and weather prediction, followed by practical training at the Indian Naval Watermanship Training Centre in Mumbai and in Kochi. They sailed on INSV Mhadei to Mauritius and Cape Town as part of their preparation. They also learned emergency medical skills, tactical handling, and equipment repair. Their training included managing food, water, and electricity shortages. This training not only built their technical knowledge but also strengthened their mental and physical endurance, preparing them for every challenge during their 254-day journey around the world.

D. Pick out the idioms and phrases from the box and write them in the blanks equivalent to their meaning. One is done for you.

Idioms/Phrases:
bring it on, find one’s voice, lend an ear, come across,
on the ball, get along, hang on, over the moon, work out, sharp as a tack

 

1. Competent – on the ball ✔️
2. To meet or find by chance – come across
3. Become more confident in expressing oneself – find one’s voice
4. To exercise – work out
5. Extremely happy – over the moon
6. To accept a challenge with confidence – bring it on
7. Mentally agile – sharp as a tack
8. To have a friendly relationship – get along
9. Listen – lend an ear
10. To keep something – hang on

 

E. Read the given sentences carefully and fill in with appropriate phrasal verbs. Choose them from the help box.

Help box: get along with, take off, shut down, look after, warm up

1. The airhostess instructed the passengers to wear the seat belts during the take off.
2. Venkat felt happy to get along with the neighbours in the new locality.
3. There will be a shut down next week in the office.
4. Doing warm up every day in the morning keeps one healthy.
5. The mother instructed the maid to look after the child carefully.

 

 

F. Read the given passage carefully and fill in the blanks with suitable phrasal verbs from the help box.

Help box: burn off, keep up, build up, tire out, warms up, put on, work out, stretch out

Riya is a young dancer who feels contented and satisfied with herself. Let's hear from her.

Hi, everyone! I am Riya. I suppose I’m really lucky because I don’t (1) put on weight easily.
I never (2) work out in the gym and the only time I (3) stretch out is when I need something from the top shelf. I tried aerobics several times but I couldn’t (4) keep up with the others.
I take my pet for a walk thrice a day and that helps to (5) burn off the calories.
I usually watch what I eat but I sometimes binge on ice cream. My sister Diya is a real fitness fanatic. Before she works out she (6) warms up every day with push ups, sit ups, stretches and a jog around the park. She says it’s important to (7) build up good levels of strength and stamina. I don’t want to overdo it though. A fitness regime like hers would (8) tire out me.

 

 G. *Listen to the passage read by the teacher and say whether the given statement is true or false.

Preethi Srinivasan is a former cricketer from Tamil Nadu who played domestic cricket in the 1990’s. At the age of eight, she was the youngest girl to play in the State cricket team. At the age of 17, she captained the Tamil Nadu women’s under-19 cricket team in a national tournament in 1997, and registered its only victory ever. She was also a state-level gold winner in 50 m breaststroke swimming event. But the following year, she suffered a spinal cord injury in an

accident in Puducherry that left her quadriplegic. Her own trauma inspired her to create SoulFree, a foundation that aims to help Indian youth to cope with disabilities related to spinal cord injuries, and how suitable precautions can help them out. Instead of the term ‘differently abled’, SoulFree employs the term‘positively-abled’ for those suffering from a disability. She is active in social life and earned many honours too. In 2018, she received the Kalpana Chawala Award for Courage and Daring Enterprise.

Preethi Srinivasan is a former cricketer from Tamil Nadu.
✅ True

  At the age of seventeen, she captained the Indian Women’s cricket team.
❌ False
(She captained the Tamil Nadu women's under-19 cricket team, not the Indian team.)

  Preethi Srinivasan was not only a cricketer but also a runner.
❌ False
(She was a swimmer, not a runner — a state-level gold winner in 50 m breaststroke.)

  Preethi’s own trauma inspired her to create SoulFree, a foundation for those suffering from mental illness.
❌ False
(SoulFree helps people with spinal cord injuries, not mental illness.)

  Preethi received the Kalpana Chawla Award for Courage and Daring Enterprise.
✅ True

 

I. Develop a story with the given pictures and narrate it to your class. Your story must have a plot and vivid details.

Title: "The Deep Sea Secret"

Once upon a time, a group of adventurous marine explorers boarded a ship boldly named “Probably Won’t Sink.” (Image 1) Despite the ironic name, the team of expert divers was eager to set out on a mission — they had received clues about a mysterious treasure lost beneath the sea.

Not long after they set sail, dark clouds gathered, and the sea turned rough. The ship began to tilt dangerously, and the crew realized their journey was off to a bumpy start. Fortunately, they reached a coral-rich zone and began their underwater exploration.

Diving into the deep blue, one of the explorers came across vibrant coral reefs teeming with life. (Image 2) Beautiful clownfish danced around sea anemones, and the diver admired the delicate underwater world, knowing that nature always held secrets.

As they swam further, they were startled to find a giant stone head — a forgotten relic from a sunken civilization. (Image 3) It was clear that the sea had stories to tell from centuries ago. The divers documented the discovery, realizing they were swimming through history.

Just as they were about to turn back, one of the team spotted something glittering in the sand. It was a chest — a treasure chest filled with ancient coins and jewels! (Image 4) The excitement was beyond words. They had found what many had searched for but never discovered.

The team returned to shore, exhausted but thrilled. (Image 5) With big smiles, they celebrated their unforgettable adventure. Not just because they found treasure, but because they explored the mysteries of the sea and came back stronger and more united.

 

1. What is the chart about?

a. women empowerment

b. women power

c. women at work

d. women at home

2. Identify the three jobs where the same percentage of women work.

a.                     b.

c.                      d.

3. In which field of work is women’s involvement the second highest?

            a. Logistics

b. Home maker

c. Medicine

d. Administration/Human resource

 

 

4. Percentage of women working in finance

is the same as .

a. Home maker

b. Information Technology

c. Technical Field

d. Administration/Human Resources

5. What is the difference between the percentage of women working in Logistics and Medicine?

a. 8

b. 11

c. 13

d. 5

1. What is the chart about?
Answer: c. women at work
✔ The title and data clearly show it's about the different work areas women are involved in.

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2. Identify the three jobs where the same percentage of women work.
We are looking for equal percentage values. According to the chart:

• Information Technology (3%)
• Environmental (3%)
• Technical Field (3%)

Answer:
a. Information Technology
b. Environmental
c. Technical Field

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3. In which field of work is women’s involvement the second highest?

• Highest: Home maker (46%)
• Second highest: Logistics (13%)

Answer: a. Logistics

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4. Percentage of women working in finance is the same as

• Finance: 11%
• Administration/Human Resources: 11%

Answer: d. Administration/Human Resources

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5. What is the difference between the percentage of women working in Logistics anMedicine?

• Logistics: 13%
• Medicine: 5%
• Difference: 13 - 5 = 8

Answer: a. 8

 

J. Read the given slogans and match them appropriately with their theme.

1. One for all and all for one - Junk food

2. Limit your fast food otherwise it would be your last food - Save water

3. Restricting a woman restricts the growth of the family - Cleanliness

4. Clean and green make perfect scenet - Woman empowerment

5. It takes a lot of blue to stay green – Unity

  One for all and all for one - Unity

  Limit your fast food otherwise it would be your last food - Junk food

  Restricting a woman restricts the growth of the family - Woman empowerment

  Clean and green make perfect scenet - Cleanliness

  It takes a lot of blue to stay green - Save water

 

K. Look at the images of familiar advertisements given below. Identify the products and try to frame your own slogans for each one of them.

1. Ice Cream 🍦

• "Scoop into Happiness!"
• "Cool Down with a Creamy Crown!"
• "One Bite, Infinite Delight!"
• "Taste the Chill, Feel the Thrill!"

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2. Pen 🖊️

• "Write Your Story, One Stroke at a Time!"
• "Ink Your Imagination!"
• "From Thoughts to Paper – Smoothly!"
• "A Pen That Speaks for You!"

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3. Phone 📱

• "Stay Connected, Stay Ahead!"
• "Your World in Your Palm!"
• "Talk Smart, Live Smarter!"
• "More Than a Phone – It’s a Lifestyle!"

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4. Toothbrush 🪥

• "Bright Smile, Fresh Start!"
• "Brush Away the Blues!"
• "Power Up Your Pearly Whites!"
• "Because Your Smile Deserves the Best!"

 

 

L. Look at the pictures given below and frame your own slogans:

  First Image (Hand closing a dripping tap)
💧 "Save Water, Secure the Future!"

• Highlights the importance of water conservation.

  Second Image (Hands joined in unity)
🤝 "Together We Stand, Stronger We Grow!"

• Emphasizes unity, teamwork, and collective strength.

  Third Image (Hands holding the Earth)
🌍 "Protect the Planet, Preserve Our Tomorrow!"

• Focuses on environmental protection and sustainability.

  Fourth Image

"Confidence Wide Open, Thumbs Up to Life!"

 

M. Exercise:

1. Letter of Complaint to the Head of the School (About Missing Bicycle)

Ravi Kumar
Class 8, Section B
Government Middle School
Anna Nagar, Madurai – 625020
ravikumar08@gmail.com
16 April 2025

The Headmaster / Headmistress
Government Middle School
Anna Nagar, Madurai – 625020

Sir / Madam,
Subject: Complaint about missing bicycle from school premises – Reg.

I am a student of Class 8-B in your school. I would like to bring to your notice that I parked my bicycle inside the school premises on the morning of 16th April 2025, near the cycle stand. However, when I came to pick it up after school hours, I found that it was missing. I searched the surroundings thoroughly but could not find it.

I kindly request you to take necessary action to investigate the matter and guide me on how to proceed further. I also request you to ensure proper security arrangements to avoid such incidents in the future.

Thank you.

Yours faithfully,
Ravi Kumar

 

2. Complaint to PWD Officer (Regarding Cleanliness in Children’s Park)

Ayesha Rahman
No. 12, Green Street
Nehru Nagar, Coimbatore – 641001
ayeshar08@gmail.com
16 April 2025

The Officer,
PWD Department,
Coimbatore Municipal Office,
Coimbatore – 641001

Sir / Madam,
Subject: Complaint about poor cleanliness in Children’s Park – Reg.

I am a resident of Nehru Nagar, Coimbatore. I wish to bring to your attention that the Children’s Park in our locality has not been cleaned and maintained properly for the past few weeks. Garbage is found scattered around, and the play equipment is dusty and broken in some places. The lack of maintenance is making it unsafe and unhealthy for children.

I kindly request you to take immediate steps to clean the park regularly and restore its condition so that children can enjoy it safely.

Thank you.

Yours faithfully,
Ayesha Rahman

 

3. Letter to the Manager of a Newspaper (Ordering Subscription for School Library)

Mr. R. Prakash
Librarian,
Sunrise Matriculation School,
Trichy Road, Salem – 636004
sunriselibrary@gmail.com
16 April 2025

The Manager,
The Daily Times,
Chennai – 600002

Sir / Madam,
Subject: Order for annual newspaper subscription – Reg.

On behalf of our school library, I would like to place an order for a yearly subscription to your reputed daily newspaper The Daily Times. We require one copy of your newspaper to be delivered on all working days to the address mentioned above. The subscription is intended for our school library, to help our students stay informed about current affairs.

Kindly let us know the total cost of the annual subscription and the payment procedure.

Thank you.

Yours faithfully,
R. Prakash

 

A. Complete the sentences in present tense forms.

1. Saravanan always …………….(go) for a walk in the morning.

2. We ……………… (gather) here for a meeting and the chair person is yet to arrive.

3. Aruna ……. eagerly ……………… (wait) to meet her friend since morning.

4. Sheeba ……………… (move) to a new house next week.

5. Naseera ……………..(attend) music classes regularly.

6. Ilakiya and Adhira……………(enjoy) each other's company very much.

7. Mani …………..(work) in this school for five years.

8. It…………(pour) outside now.

1. Saravanan always goes for a walk in the morning.
2. We are gathering here for a meeting and the chairperson is yet to arrive.
3. Aruna has been eagerly waiting to meet her friend since morning.
4. Sheeba is moving to a new house next week.
5. Naseera attends music classes regularly.
6. Ilakiya and Adhira enjoy each other's company very much.
7. Mani has been working in this school for five years.
8. It is pouring outside now.

 

B. Complete the sentences in past tense forms.

1. I …………..(go) to her place on foot.

2. The children …………… (play) in the ground when the teacher arrived.

3. They …………….. (request) him when the manager arrived.

4. If you ………………… (work) hard, you would have won the relay match

5. Joanna and Joy ……..already………. (leave) for Ooty, when the others reached the station.

6. We all ………….. (sing) in the choir last week.

1. I went to her place on foot.
2. The children were playing in the ground when the teacher arrived.
3. They had requested him when the manager arrived.
4. If you had worked hard, you would have won the relay match.
5. Joanna and Joy had already left for Ooty, when the others reached the station.
6. We all sang in the choir last week.
7. Nancy asked for help.
8. The people were waiting for the train.

 

C. Fill in the blanks using the verbs in the brackets in the future form.

1. We __________ not __________to the market, in case it rains. (go)

2. Keerthi __________his work by next week.(do)

3. The peon__________ the bell by the time I reach the school.(ring)

4. I__________ my sister's house next April if I go to Uttarkhand. (visit)

5. If you listen carefully, you__________ my point. (understand)

6. By next year, I __________in Chennai for fifteen years. (live)

7. The new edition of this book__________ out shortly. (come)

8. She hopes you__________ her. (help)

 

1. We will not go to the market, in case it rains.
2. Keerthi will do his work by next week.
3. The peon will have rung the bell by the time I reach the school.
4. I will visit my sister's house next April if I go to Uttarkhand.
5. You will understand.
6. By next year, I will have lived in Chennai for fifteen years.
7. The new edition of this book will come out shortly.
8. She hopes you will help her.

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D. Underline the verbs and identify the tense forms.

1. I am working hard day and night. ………………………………….……..

2. The Moon revolves around the Earth. ………………………………….……..

3. Were the milk men milking the cow? ………………………………….……..

4. He received your messages last night. ………………………………….……..

5. I have been ill for a couple of days. ………………………………….……..

1. am working – Present Continuous Tense
2. revolves – Simple Present Tense
3. Were...milking – Past Continuous Tense
4. received – Simple Past Tense
5. have been – Present Perfect Tense

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E. In the following passage, some words are missing. Choose the correct words from

the given options to complete the passage.

Raghav (a) ________ in a middle class family. He is a (b) ________boy of 8.

His mother (c) ________ as a software engineer in an MNC. (d) ________ is his

favourite hobby. He (e) ________ the first prize in school level competition for drawing

last week. He (f) ________ drawing at the age of 3. His mother (g) ________he

(h) ________ a great painter in future.

(a) is born
(b) school-going
(c) Drawing
(d) drawing
(e) won
(f) started
(g) hopes
(h) will become

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F. Editing the Passage (Correct Tense Forms)

When Anand reach Arun's place, his

friends have arrived already. Arun

introduces Anand to them. Arun's brother

buy some snacks from the market.

Arun serving it to all his friends. Then

they all sat together to planning their holidays.

Arun have a cottage in Ooty, so

they all plan to go to Ooty during the holidays.

“Would we have a good time?, asked Arun.

They all cheerfully say, “Yes!”

Incorrect word	Correct word
Reach	reached
Have	had
Introduces	introduced
Buy	bought
Serving	served
Planning	plan
Have	has
Plan	planned
Would	Will
say	said

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G. Read the story and rewrite it using the past tense.

Juno the elephant is lonely and tries to make friends with the other animals in the

forest. But, the other animals refuse to play with Juno because of his size. One day, all

the animals are running away from Dera the tiger who is eating everyone he finds. Juno

goes and gives Dera a swift kick. Dera immediately runs away. Juno is now everyone's

friend.

Juno the elephant was lonely and tried to make friends with the other animals in the forest. But, the other animals refused to play with Juno because of his size. One day, all the animals were running away from Dera the tiger who was eating everyone he found. Juno went and gave Dera a swift kick. Dera immediately ran away. Juno was now everyone's friend.

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H. Tense Practice Sentences Instructions to classmates:

1. Please complete your classwork on time.
2. Keep your notebooks neat and clean.

Discontinued habits:

1. I used to watch cartoons every morning.
2. I used to bite my nails when I was nervous.

Requests to classmates/friends:

1. Can you lend me your English notebook?
2. Please help me revise for the test tomorrow.

Dreams:

1. I want to become a scientist.
2. I hope to travel around the world one day.

 

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