Unit 2 - A Hunter Turned Naturalist - Jim Corbett - Supplementary
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A.
Fill in the blanks.
1.
Jim Corbett died on ____________.
2.
Corbett shot wild animals in his ____________.
3.
_______________ was the first man eater shot by Corbett.
4.
Corbett shot the tigress dead, near the _________.
Answer
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A.
Fill in the blanks.
- Jim Corbett died on 19 April 1955.
- Corbett shot wild animals in his cine film
camera.
- Champawat Tiger was the first man-eater shot
by Corbett.
- Corbett shot the tigress dead, near the
Chataar Bridge.
B.
Read the following passage and answer the questions given below.
Jim
Corbett played a key role in establishing, India's first national park in the
Kumaon
Hills,
the Hailey National Park, in Uttarakhand, India. It was initially named after,
Lord
Malcolm
Hailey. Jim Corbett died on 19 April 1955. The park was renamed in 1957 as, The
Jim
Corbett National Park. It was named after him to honour his role in
establishing this
protected
area in 1930s.
Answer
:
- Who played a key role in establishing the
national park?
Jim Corbett played a key role in establishing the national park. - Why was the park
named Hailey National Park?
It was named after Lord Malcolm Hailey. - When was it
renamed as Jim Corbett National Park?
It was renamed in 1957.
C.
Answer the following in one or two words.
- What was the birth name of Jim Corbett?
Edward James Corbett - What was the name of Corbett’s dog?
Robin - How many kills did the Champawat Tiger
record?
436 - Who was the last kill of the Champawat Tiger?
A 16-year-old girl - When did Jim Corbett die?
19 April 1955
D.
Answer the following in 100 words.
- According to Corbett, why a tiger turns into
a man eater?
According to Jim Corbett, a tiger turns into a man-eater when it becomes old or gets injured and cannot hunt its natural prey. In such a condition, it starts attacking humans because people are easier to catch. Once the tiger tastes human flesh, it does not go back to hunting animals. These tigers are then called man-eaters. Corbett believed that these behaviors were not against nature's laws but were caused by human interference and circumstances such as deforestation and injury from hunters. - How was the Champawat Tiger killed?
The Champawat Tiger was a tigress responsible for 436 deaths. After several failed attempts, Jim Corbett tracked her when she killed a 16-year-old girl. He followed the blood trail but had to stop for the day. The next day, with the help of the thasildar and around 300 villagers, a bait was set up near the Champa River. When the tigress approached the bait near Chataar Bridge, Corbett successfully shot and killed her. A cement board was later erected at the spot to mark the event. - What were the findings of the postmortem?
The postmortem revealed that the tigress had broken canine teeth on the right side of her mouth—one upper tooth broken in half and the lower one down to the bone. This injury was likely from a failed gunshot attempt by a game hunter. According to Corbett, this injury made it difficult for the tigress to hunt her natural prey, forcing her to turn to humans for food. This condition led her to become a man-eater.
Step
to Success
Analogy
– verbal reasoning questions.
There
is certain relation between two given words, find the relation to find the
missing word.
1.
Reading : Knowledge , Work : ?
a)
Experience b) Engagement c) Experiment d) Employment
2.
Cricket : Bat , Hockey : ?
a)
Field b) Stick c) Player d) Ball
3.
Dog : Rabies , Mosquito : ?
a)
Plague b) Death c) Malaria d) Sting
4.
Man : Biography , Nation : ?
a)
Leader b) People c) Geography d) History
5.
Bread : Bakery , Brick : ?
a)
Mint b) Kiln c) Furnace d) Mine
6.
Doctor : Diagnosis, Judge : ?
a)
Court b) Punishment c) Lawyer d) Judgement
Answer :
1.
Reading : Knowledge , Work : ?
Answer:
a) Experience
Explanation: Reading gives knowledge, similarly, work gives experience.
2.
Cricket : Bat , Hockey : ?
Answer:
b) Stick
Explanation: Bat is used in cricket, and stick is used in hockey.
3.
Dog : Rabies , Mosquito : ?
Answer:
c) Malaria
Explanation: Dog may cause rabies, mosquito causes malaria.
4.
Man : Biography , Nation : ?
Answer:
d) History
Explanation: A biography is the written history of a man, history is the
written account of a nation.
5.
Bread : Bakery , Brick : ?
Answer:
b) Kiln
Explanation: Bread is made in a bakery, bricks are made in a kiln.
6.
Doctor : Diagnosis, Judge : ?
Answer:
d) Judgement
Explanation: A doctor gives a diagnosis, a judge gives a judgement.
Connecting
to Self
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| Hobby | Days | Time Spent (per day) | Your Feeling | Hobby Status (Easy/Difficult) |
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| Reading | Day 1 | 1 hour | Interesting | Easy |
| Reading | Day 2 | 1.5 hours | Happy | Easy |
| Reading | Day 3 | 1 hour | Calm | Easy |
| Reading | Day 4 | 2 hours | Very happy | Easy |
| Reading | Day 5 | 1 hour | Peaceful | Easy |
| Reading | Day 6 | 30 minutes | Relaxed | Easy |
| Reading | Day 7 | 1 hour | Joyful | Easy |
Lesson Plan: A Hunter Turned Naturalist
1. Learning Objectives
The teacher aims to teach students about the life and work of Jim Corbett, a significant figure in wildlife conservation.
The teacher also seeks to explain the distinction between hunting for sport and hunting to protect human life.
The teacher expects to highlight the reasons why tigers become man-eaters and the importance of wildlife conservation.
2. Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to appreciate the importance of wildlife conservation and understand the negative impacts of deforestation and human encroachment.
They will be able to differentiate between a hunter for sport and a hunter who protects people.
Students will be inspired to be more environmentally conscious and respect wildlife.
3. Introduction
"Have you ever heard of a person who hunted tigers but was also a great lover of animals?
"What do you know about national parks in India? Has anyone heard of Jim Corbett National Park?
"Why do you think an animal would start hunting humans?
4. Reading and Understanding
The teacher will read the text "A Hunter Turned Naturalist" aloud while students follow along.
After reading, the teacher will explain the meanings of new words such as naturalist, tracker, cine film camera, man-eaters, deforestation, and encroachment.
Students will be encouraged to ask questions and discuss the initial reading of the text.
5. Mind Map
The teacher will draw a mind map on the board, visually connecting the key points of the lesson.
The central topic will be Jim Corbett.
The main branches will include:
Who he was: hunter, naturalist, photographer, writer.
Hunting: reasons (only man-eaters), methods (alone, on foot), famous hunt (Champawat Tiger).
Conservation: beliefs (against deforestation), actions (lectures, associations), legacy (Jim Corbett National Park).
6. Consolidation and Presentation
The teacher will provide a summary of the lesson, reinforcing the key ideas.
Jim Corbett was a unique individual: a skilled hunter who only killed man-eating animals to protect people, not for sport.
He was a strong advocate for wildlife conservation and believed that human actions like deforestation were forcing animals to change their behavior.
His most famous hunt was the Champawat Tiger, which was responsible for over 400 deaths.
His dedication to conservation led to the establishment of India's first national park, which was later named after him.
7. Reinforcement
The teacher will provide additional information about Jim Corbett.
The teacher will also provide information on Jadav Payeng, emphasizing his incredible achievement of creating a forest by himself.
The teacher will discuss the current status of tiger conservation in India and the importance of national parks today.
8. Evaluation
The teacher will ask three questions to evaluate students' understanding.
a) Lower Order Thinking Question: Who was Jim Corbett and what was his profession?
b) Middle Order Thinking Question: Explain why Jim Corbett hunted man-eating tigers, but was also a conservationist. How do these two roles connect?
c) Higher Order Thinking Question: Why is it important to protect forests and wildlife? What actions can we take to prevent animals from becoming man-eaters?
9. Remedial Teaching
For students who struggle with the concepts, the teacher will use a storytelling approach to simplify the narrative.
The teacher will use flashcards with images of the key terms (e.g., hunter, naturalist, tiger, forest) and their definitions.
The teacher will also pair slower learners with students who have a better grasp of the material for peer-assisted learning.
10. Writing
Students will be asked to write a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) on why Jim Corbett is considered a hero. They should include details from the lesson to support their answer.
11. Follow-Up
Students will be assigned a homework activity. They must research another famous wildlife conservationist from any country and write a brief report about their contributions.
Students will be encouraged to discuss their findings in the next class.
