NCERT Solutions for Ch 13 A Homage to Our Brave Soldiers Class 7 English Poorvi
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Every Indian should pay homage to soldiers because they protect our country and sacrifice their lives for our freedom.2
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1: feeling of wonder
2: heartening
3: sense of motivation
4: pride
5: visually inspiring
6: sadness
7: gratitude
8: inspiration
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1: "We were awestruck and humbled by his bravery." (Page 182)2: "It was heartening to know that our government has recognised the sacrifice of brave soldiers." (Page 181)
3: "It touched my heart and also motivated me." (Page 182)
4: "It truly is a majestic site that filled me with pride for our nation." (Page 183)
5: "The overall environment created an emotive experience that was visually inspiring." (Page 185)
6: "It was sad to think about the massive devastation and loss of life caused by wars." (Page 185)
7: "In my view, it is also an expression of deep gratitude for the supreme sacrifice made by our brave soldiers defending the sovereignty and integrity of the country." (Page 188)
8: "I am inspired by your letter!" (Page 191)
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India's highest gallantry award is the Param Vir Chakra.6
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Ananda would feel inspired and motivated to join the Armed Forces and visit the National War Memorial.7
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Yes, Soumya enjoyed writing the letter because she was excited to share her inspiring experience and felt proud while writing about the soldiers.8
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Ananda was reminded of the poem 'Pushp ki Abhilasha' because she saw people offering flowers to soldiers at the Chandigarh War Memorial, just like the flower in the poem wants to be offered to brave soldiers.9
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Soumya's letter helps Ananda pursue her hobby of stamp collecting (philately) because the envelope has a beautiful stamp celebrating India's independence, which Ananda can add to her collection.10
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QI: Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow.
1: You can see the obelisk surrounded by wreaths that have been placed as a mark of respect. The lighting design is planned in such a way that it transforms the monument’s landscape as sunlight changes from dawn to dusk. It truly is a majestic site that filled me with pride for our nation. I was also overwhelmed by the interminable flame as a metaphor for eternal stories of courage and valour.
(i): Complete the analogy with a word from the extract. flame: valour :: wreath:
(ii): How does the lighting design make the monument visually appealing?
(iii): State whether the following sentence is a fact or an opinion. It truly is a majestic site...
(iv): What does the everlasting flame suggest?
(v): Choose the correct option to complete the sentence. The tone of the writer in this extract is _____
A. modest
B. light-hearted
C. admiring
D. nostalgic
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(i): flame: valour :: wreath: respect(ii): The lighting design makes the monument visually appealing by transforming the monument's landscape as sunlight changes from dawn to dusk.
(iii): It is an opinion because it shows the writer's feelings about the site.
(iv): The everlasting flame suggests the eternal stories of courage and valour of the soldiers, showing their sacrifices will never be forgotten.
(v): C. admiring
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2. I was happy to hear that you got an opportunity to visit the National War Memorial. I have heard a lot about it. Some people might see a war memorial as just a monument, statue, an edifice to celebrate a war or victory and commemorate those who sacrificed their lives or got injured in the war. In my view, it is also an expression of deep gratitude for the supreme sacrifice made by our brave soldiers defending the sovereignty and integrity of the country.
(i): Choose a line from the extract which shows that Ananda was aware about the National War Memorial.
(ii): What might be the most likely reason for people to consider a war memorial as a monument?
(iii): Fill in the blank with a suitable word from the extract. We conduct special competitions at school to _________ our Independence day.
(iv): Select a phrase from the extract showing that Ananda is expressing an opinion.
(v): Complete the sentence with a suitable reason. Ananda refers to the sacrifice of soldiers as 'supreme' sacrifice because ________.
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(i) : "I have heard a lot about it."(ii): People consider a war memorial as a monument because it is a statue or structure built to celebrate war heroes or victories.
(iii): We conduct special competitions at school to commemorate our Independence day.
(iv): "In my view"
(iv): Ananda refers to the sacrifice of soldiers as 'supreme' sacrifice because they give their lives to protect the country’s freedom and safety.
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1: What is the significance of the National War Memorial?
2: Lance Naik Albert Ekka is an example of selflessness, determination, and exceptional courage. Elaborate.
3: Explain how the National War Memorial and Museum app will be helpful in spreading awareness about war heroes.
4: Why is it our duty to pay homage to our brave soldiers?
5: What is the main idea of this text? How does it justify the title, 'A Homage to our Brave Soldiers'?
6: Why were the students awestruck and humbled? Explain in your own words.
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1: The National War Memorial is important because it honours the soldiers who sacrificed their lives for India’s freedom and safety after Independence, reminding us of the cost of freedom.2: Lance Naik Albert Ekka showed selflessness by risking his life to save his team, determination by fighting even after being injured, and exceptional courage by attacking enemy bunkers alone during the 1971 war.
3: The app helps spread awareness by providing information about war heroes in 21 languages, showing their stories through murals, and answering questions interactively, making it easy for people to learn.
4: It is our duty to pay homage to brave soldiers because they sacrifice their lives to protect our country, ensuring we live in peace and freedom.
5: The main idea is to honour the sacrifices of soldiers who protect India. The title is justified because the text describes the National War Memorial and soldiers’ bravery, showing respect for them.
6: The students were amazed and felt humbled because they learned about Lance Naik Albert Ekka’s bravery in the 1971 war, where he fought fearlessly and sacrificed his life for his team.
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Study the following words taken from the text.
disregard, inconsequential, immortal, undaunted
These words are made by adding word beginnings like dis-, in-, im- and unto the root words regard, consequence, mortal, and daunt, respectively. Such word beginnings are called prefixes.
• dis-+regard
• in-+consequential
• im-+mortal
• un-+daunted
QI: Match the prefixes with their meanings and the root words to create a new word in the table given below. An example has been done for you.
Now, complete the paragraph by using the new words created in the table.
Soldiers undergo (i) extraordinary training to prepare for their challenging duties. They learn to (ii) ______ explosives and handle (iii) ______ equipment with precision. They stand as a powerful force against (iv) ______ elements, displaying (v) ______ bravery. (vi) ______ members often share their experiences to inspire new recruits. Their service can continually (vii) ______ the essence of commitment and sacrifice.
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Soldiers undergo (i) extraordinary training to prepare for their challenging duties. They learn to (ii) deactivate explosives and handle (iii) malfunctioning equipment with precision. They stand as a powerful force against (iv) antiservice elements, displaying (v) unquestionable bravery. (vi) exservice members often share their experiences to inspire new recruits. Their service can continually (vii) redefine the essence of commitment and sacrifice.
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1. Ajay’s ____________ refusal to stand up for his friend was disappointing to everyone.
2. The ____________ child hid behind his mother, too scared to meet the new teacher.
3. Anjali’s ____________ of heights prevented her from climbing the tall ladder.
4. Sushma felt ____________ as she entered the dark, abandoned building alone.
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1. Ajay's cowardly refusal to stand up for his friend was disappointing to everyone.2. The child hid behind his mother, too timid to meet the new teacher.
3. Anjali's fear of heights prevented her from climbing the tall ladder.
4. Sushma felt scared as she entered the dark, abandoned building alone.
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1: I aspire to be courageous like him when I join the army!
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Part 1: I aspire to be courageous like himPart 2: when I join the army!
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Part 1: They exchange letters and share their feelings of gratitudePart 2: for the freedom they enjoy because of the sacrifices made by the bravehearts of the country
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Part 1: Though seriously wounded in this encounterPart 2: he continued to fight alongside his comrades
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Part 1: The sacrifices of the soldiers make monuments like the National War Memorial extremely important
Part 2: so that we should never forget the cost of freedom
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1. Wasi burst into tears. He heard the good news.
2. Himani was very nervous. She delivered a great presentation.
3. This is the place. I was born.
4. The students performed very well. They studied diligently.
5. Water the plants. They will die.
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1.Wasi burst into tears when he heard the good news.2. Himani was very nervous though she delivered a great presentation.
3. This is the place where I was born.
4. The students performed very well because they studied diligently.
5. Water the plants unless they will die.
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1. Farheen was late to work because she missed the bus.2. The dog started barking when a stranger came to the door.
3. She completed the marathon although she was very tired.
4. They saw a beautiful sunset while they were hiking in the mountains.
5. Abhishek received a promotion after working hard for two years.
6. They finished the project before the deadline approached.
7. We waited in the car until the rain stopped.
8. The children played happily as the waves rushed to the shore.
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House No. 45, Sector 10
Chandigarh
05 May 2025
Dear Priya,
I hope you are doing well! I recently learned how our Armed Forces help during peace time, and I wanted to share this with you. During natural disasters like floods and earthquakes, they rescue people and provide food and shelter. They also build bridges in remote areas for better connectivity. Additionally, they organise medical camps and set up libraries for community welfare.
I feel so proud of them! What do you think? Write back soon.
Your friend,
Ananda