Let’s Rewind – Comprehension Questions
1. Why was Malala attacked?
→ Because she spoke publicly for girls’ right to education, which angered the Taliban.
2. Malala and her friend Moniba have clear aspirations. What are your ambitions and what steps will you take to achieve them?
→ (Students can write about their personal goals with steps like studying hard, joining workshops, or getting guidance from teachers.)
3. Why is education a universal right and how can it create a better world?
→ Education empowers people to make better choices, live freely, and build a peaceful, fair society.
4. Why is education important for girls and how can society ensure equal opportunities?
→ Education helps girls become independent and confident. Society can ensure equality by changing mindsets, building schools, and supporting families.
5. How does family support empower girls’ education?
→ Encouraging words, financial help, and emotional support from family help girls follow their dreams without fear.
Let’s Explore – Activity 1: News Headline
A. Analyse the headline:
Malala Yousafzai shot: Nation prays for her
- What does it say?
→ Malala was attacked and the country is concerned for her. - Does it grab attention?
→ Yes, because it’s short, emotional, and serious. - Is it brief and to the point?
→ Yes.
B. Features of a Good Headline:
- Clear and concise
- Catchy and crisp
- Relevant to the news
- Grabs reader’s attention
- Timely and factual
- Emotionally engaging
C. Choose the Best Headline:
Malala Yousafzai’s fight for education wins Nobel Peace Prize
→ This headline is clear, inspiring, and directly tells what she achieved and why.
D. Match the News Headlines with the Leads
| News Headlines | Matching Lead |
| 1. India wins gold in Asian Games | Monday, 7 May 2024 – Hangzhou: India clinched a gold medal at the Asian Games, with Neeraj Chopra leading. |
| 2. School students plant 1,000 trees in City Park | Friday, 5 June 2024 – Pune: In a remarkable initiative, students planted over 1,000 trees in City Park. |
| 3. Kalki Subramaniam nominated for ‘Woman of Worth’ award | Wednesday, 15 November 2016 – Chennai: Kalki Subramaniam nominated for the ‘Woman of Worth’ award. |
| 4. Monsoon rains lash Mumbai, streets flooded | Friday, 6 September 2024 – Mumbai: Heavy rains flooded the streets, disrupting daily life. |
E. Write a Catchy Headline for Each Lead
1.
Lead:
Wednesday, 22 October 2024 – Fort High School celebrated the inauguration of its new multi-storeyed building.
Headline: Fort High School Opens New Multi-storeyed Learning Hub
2.
Lead:
Friday, 18 August 2024 – Arts Fest at Govt. Girls’ High School with painting, sculpture, dance, and music.
Headline: Girls’ High School Lights Up with Colours at Annual Arts Fest
3.
Lead:
Tuesday, 11 November 2024 – English Fest held with recitation, storytelling, debates, and more.
Headline: Govt. High School Hosts Literary-Filled English Fest
Activity 2: Interview Malala
A. Prepare Interview Questions:
- Can you tell us about your early childhood?
- What inspired you to fight for education?
- What was the turning point in your life?
- How did you feel after receiving the Nobel Peace Prize?
- What are your dreams for the future?
- What message would you give to young girls?
- How do you think education can change the world?
B. Sample Interview
Host: Welcome, Malala! It’s an honour to have you with us. Can you tell us about your early childhood?
Malala: Thank you. I grew up in Swat Valley, a beautiful place in Pakistan. My father was a school teacher who always encouraged me to learn.
Host: What inspired you to speak out for girls’ education?
Malala: I saw how girls were stopped from going to school. I felt it was unfair, and I wanted to raise my voice.
Host: You faced danger for your beliefs. What kept you strong?
Malala: My dream for every girl to go to school kept me strong. I wanted justice, not revenge.
Host: Thank you for your inspiring words, Malala.
Malala: Thank you for inviting me!
Here are the complete and accurate answers to the remaining activities from Chapter 3: “The Day My World Changed” by Malala Yousafzai (Class 8 English – Unit II), continuing from the comprehension and interview activities:
Let’s Play with Words
Activity 1: Matching Specialists
A. Eye Specialist:
→ If you have an eye-related illness, consult an Ophthalmologist.
B. Match the Specialist Titles:
| Title | Area of Specialisation |
| Orthopaedist | bones, joints and muscles |
| Gynaecologist | female reproductive system |
| Paediatrician | health care for children |
| Ophthalmologist | eye diseases and disorders |
| Cardiologist | heart and cardiovascular system |
| Dermatologist | skin, hair and nails |
| Neurologist | nervous system (brain, spinal cord, etc.) |
C. Fill in the blanks:
- Orthopaedist
- Gynaecologist
- Ophthalmologist
- Cardiologist
- Dermatologist
- Paediatrician
- Neurologist
Activity 2: Replace Highlighted Words
Word Bank:
indolent, gale, refused, commotion, decrepit
Rewritten Story:
Once, in a small village, there was a decrepit old man who lived in harmony with nature. His simple way of life was often considered strange by the villagers and he was frequently mocked by them. One day, a strong gale swept through the village, tearing off the roofs of houses and uprooting trees. When most people remained indolent, unwilling to take any action, the old man stepped forward to help those in need. Amid the commotion, he rushed to help a family trapped inside their collapsing home. When the storm ended, the grateful family offered to repay the old man, but he refused their offer, saying, “Compassion seeks no reward.”
Let’s Analyse – Prepositions and Grammar
Activity 1: Prepositions
A. Direction Word:
→ Back (indicates direction)
Companionship Word:
→ With (shows association)
B. Fill in the blanks (position of cat images):
- beside
- under
- near
- on
- between
- in
- in front of
C. Prepositions in Tagore’s Profile:
→ on, in, for, of, at
D. Fill in the preposition jars:
Prepositions of Time:
- in May
- on Sunday
- at 6 pm
- before the meeting
- for 5 hours
- by 6 pm
Prepositions of Place:
- in the class
- on the floor
- beside the lake
- in front of the building
- between the trees
- behind the door
Prepositions of Direction:
- into the hall
- down the hill
- around the park
- to the school
- from the library
- across the street
E. Fill in the blanks (Vipin’s story):
→ Inspired by a book he read, he decided to adopt a better routine. Every morning, he went to the park, looking for inspiration in the peaceful surroundings. He enjoyed reading in the shade of tall green trees, thinking about stories of people who had succeeded in overcoming great difficulties. They knew they had to be committed to their goals, focusing only on what they wanted to achieve.
Let’s Practise Verbs
Activity 2: Functions of Verbs
A. Highlighted words – went, examined, gave
→ These denote actions done by someone.
B. Verbs like ‘was’ and ‘had’
→ Denote state of being and possession
C. Identify verbs from the passage:
| Verbs that denote: | Examples |
| Action | walks, draw, paint, created |
| State of being | is, was |
| Possession | has, had |
D. Auxiliary Verbs (helping verbs):
→ have, am, will – they support the main verb and show tense or possibility.
E. Edit the passage:
Corrected Version:
Natasha is a successful architect. She works at a leading company. She has been working at the same company for the past five years. Over the years, she has led several projects. Next week, she will present a new project proposal. Natasha has full confidence in her proposal.
Activity 3 – Phrasal Verbs
A. Match the Phrasal Verbs with Their Meanings
| Phrasal Verb | Meaning |
| go through | to examine carefully or to read |
| turn up | to appear or arrive unexpectedly |
| dawn upon (on) | to realise |
| turn over | to flip over |
| go on | to continue |
| pass away | to die |
B. Replace Highlighted Words with Phrasal Verbs
Given Phrasal Verbs: go on, turn up, turn over, go through
Rewritten Paragraph:
Naina is a disciplined girl who is very interested in her studies. She goes through her textbook and notes on a regular basis. Rather than just turning over the pages, she reads them with keen attention. She loves to study in the morning. She begins her lessons at about 5:30 a.m. and goes on studying for about two hours. After that, she gets ready for school. At 9, her classmate Meera turns up and both of them go to school, chatting all the way.
Activity 4 – Subject-Verb Agreement
A. Identify Subjects and Verbs
Passage: About Tenny, the horticulturist.
| Subject | Verb |
| Tenny | is |
| He | maintains |
| Many varieties | flourish |
| These | include |
| Tenny’s wife and children | help |
| They | believe |
| The entire family | enjoys |
B. Fill in the Blanks with Suitable Verb Forms
Edited Passage:
Road safety is a major concern in our society. Road accidents are increasing at an alarming rate. Each individual plays a key role in ensuring the safety of the roads. The installation of traffic lights and surveillance cameras has helped in improving safety to a great extent. The team of traffic officials is working to enforce traffic rules. But many fail to realise the importance of safety habits like wearing seat belts or helmets. Though everyone knows the dangers of reckless driving, some neglect them and endanger the lives of others. One of the most effective ways to reduce accidents is by educating people about road safety practices. In fact, the attitude of the drivers is far more important than the mechanical skills of driving.
Let’s Converse
Activity 1: Give Recommendations Instead of a Prescription
A. Additional Recommendations by the Doctor:
- You should definitely practise yoga or meditation daily.
- I advise you to spend some time outdoors each day.
- You ought to reduce your screen time and read more books.
- Try to get at least 8 hours of sleep every night.
- Avoid overthinking and maintain a positive attitude.
B. Helpful Expressions for Giving Recommendations:
- I highly recommend…
- You should definitely try…
- I urge you to consider…
- It would be good for you to…
- You must ensure that…
- Please don’t ignore…
Activity 2: Introductions
A. Dialogue Box Completion
Hello teacher, will you introduce the new girl to the class?
Of course, dear.
Let me introduce your new friend. This is Nida. She has just moved here from Kochi. I’m sure you’ll help her feel at home.
B. Useful Expressions to Introduce People:
- This is Mr./Mrs./Miss…
- I would like to introduce my friend…
- I would like you to meet…
- It is a great pleasure to introduce Mr…
- May I present to you…
- Please welcome…
Game Zone
Instructions: Use the glossary hints and fill the blanks. (Based on the textbook and glossary)
| Clue | Answer |
| to hinder | obstruct |
| an infectious disease of the small intestine | cholera |
| lacking courage | cowardly |
| a line of people or vehicles moving slowly | queue |
| a form of arthritis | gout |
| the rear entrance of vehicles | tailboard |
| lazy | indolent |
| weak and feeble | decrepit |
| a dispensary of medicines | pharmacy |
| to press with your palm and fingers | pat |
| very strong wind | gale |
| to take by force | seize |
Slogan Box (Example):
“Let’s Beat Disease with Courage and Care!”
You can create similar slogans using the bold letters from each answer to make creative messages.