A Bottle of Dew Class 6 Questions and Answers
A Bottle of Dew Question Answer Class 6 English Poorvi Chapter 1
Let us do these activities before we read.
Question 1.
Circle the picture that matches with each word. Check your answers by sharing them with your classmates and teacher. (Page 1)
(a) worried
(b) plantation
(c) sage
(d) surprise
Answer:
a – (i),
b – (i),
c – (i),
d – (ii)
Question 2.
Answer these questions and discuss them with your classmates and teacher.
(a) Think of a time when you worked hard. What did you do then?
Answer:
Do it yourself
(b) How did it help you?
Answer:
Do it yourself
(c) How did it make you feel?
Answer:
Do it yourself
Let Us Discuss (Page 3)
Question 1.
What did Rama Nath a believe?
Answer:
Rama Natha believed in the existence of a magic potion that could turn any object into gold.
Question 2.
How did the sage help Rama Natha?
Answer:
The sage, Mahipati, helped Rama Natha by providing him with a task that, though it seemed to lead to a magical reward, ultimately demonstrated a valuable lesson.
Question 3.
Do you think Rama Natha will be able to collect the dew? Give a reason.
Answer:
Yes, Rama Natha will be able to collect the dew. His unwavering belief in the magic potion and determination drive him to plant and care for banana plants diligently over several years.
Let Us Discuss (Page 5)
Question 1.
Why was Rama Natha angry?
Answer:
Rama Natha was angry because, despite diligently following the sage’s instructions and investing six years of hard work into collecting five liters of dew, the promised magic potion did not turn the copper vessel into gold.
Question 2.
How did Rama Natha and Madhumati create wealth?
Answer:
Rama Natha and Madhumati created wealth through their efforts and hard work in cultivating. Rama Natha diligently planted banana plants. Meanwhile, Madhumati managed the harvesting and sales of the banana crop in the market, ensuring they received good prices. Their combined hard work and strategic approach to agriculture resulted in steady income, becoming the foundation of their wealth.
Let Us Think And Reflect (Page 6)
Question 1.
Read the following lines and answer the questions that follow.
(a) He spent all his time to learn about the magic potion. People cheated him often, promising to tell him about it, but he did not give up. His wife, Madhumati, was tired of this and also worried because she saw how much money Rama Natha was spending. She was sure that soon they would be without money.
(i) Complete the sentence with a suitable reason.
Rama Natha did not ‘give up’ because _____.
Answer:
Rama Natha did not ‘give up’ because he was deeply convinced that the magic potion could turn any object into gold and bring him immense wealth.
(ii) Read the column which shows ‘what happened’ and write the correct outcome in the next column.
| What Happened | Outcome |
| (a) People promised to tell Rama Natha about the magic potion. | |
| (b) Rama Natha was spending a lot of money |
Answer:
| What Happened | Outcome |
| (a) People promised to tell Rama Natha about the magic potion. | But nothing happened, people cheated him often and did not provide genuine information about the potion. |
| (b) Rama Natha was spending a lot of money | But nothing happened as he thought it would happen. |
(iii) Write whether the following statements are True or False.
(a) Madhumati was troubled about what her husband did.
(b) Rama Natha was very happy digging his fields.
(c) The sage wanted to show the right path to Rama Natha
Answer:
(a) True
(b) False
(c) True
(b) Carefully, he took the bottle to the sage. The sage smiled and muttered something over the water. Then he returned the bottle and said, “Try it out. ” Rama Natha sprinkled a few drops on a copper vessel and waited for it to turn to gold. To his surprise nothing happened!
(i) Choose the option that lists the events given below in the correct order.
(a) The sage smiled.
(b) Rama Natha gave the bottle to the sage.
(c) Rama Natha dropped a few drops of water on a copper vessel.
(d) He said something in a low voice over the water.
(e) Rama Natha waited to see if the magic worked.
(i) a, e, d, b, c
(ii) b, a, d, c, e
(iii) c, d, a, b, e
(iv) a, d, b, e, c
Answer:
(ii) b, a, d, c, e
(ii) Fill in the blank with the correct word from the lines given above. Seeing that
the plant had dried up, the gardener ____ some water on it.
Answer:
Seeing that the plant had dried up, the gardener sprinkled some water on it.
(iii) How might Rama Natha have felt when nothing happened to the copper vessel?
Answer:
Rama Natha might have felt disappointed, frustrated, and angry when nothing happened to the copper vessel. After investing significant time and effort into collecting the dew and believing in the magic potion, the lack of any transformation would have led to feelings of betrayal and disillusionment.
Question 2.
Answer the following questions.
(a) What did the sage ask Rama Natha to do to make the magic potion?
Answer:
The sage told Rama Natha to plant banana plants and water them regularly by his hand and collect 5 litres of dew from the leaves of these plants during winter and store it in a bottle. He would then chant magic words to turn the dew into a potion that could turn any object into gold.
(b) Why did the sage ask Rama Natha to do everything himself?
Answer:
The sage asked Rama Natha to do everything himself to ensure that he put in the effort and dedication required for the task. This approach was meant to teach Rama Natha the value of hard work and personal responsibility, rather than relying on a magical shortcut. The sage wanted Rama Natha to learn that true success comes from effort and perseverance, not from magical solutions.
(c) How could Rama Natha have a big banana plantation after six years?
Answer:
Rama Natha was able to develop a big banana plantation over six years through consistent effort and dedication. He planted and cared for the banana plants, tended to them regularly, and collected the dew as required. With the help of his wife, Madhumati, who sold the bananas in the market, they gradually expanded their plantation and increased their wealth.
(d) How did the sage make Rama Natha believe that there is no magic potion?
Answer:
The sage made Rama Natha believe that there is no magic potion by revealing that the supposed magical transformation was a trick. After Rama Natha had collected the dew and brought it to the sage, the sage demonstrated that the potion did not turn the copper vessel into gold. Instead, he showed that Rama Natha’s wealth came from his hard work on the plantation and the sale of bananas, not from any magic. This realization helped Rama Natha understood that his true success came from his efforts, not from a magical solution.
(e) Fill in the ‘before’ and ‘after’ table about Rama Natha.
| What he did before meeting the sage | What he did after meeting the sage |
| 1. | 1. |
| 2. | 2. |
Answer:
| What he did before meeting the sage | What he did after meeting the sage |
| 1. Ignored his land, spent all his time trying to learn about the magic potion. | 1. He told the sage about magic potion |
| 2. He spent money chasing false promises of magic. | 2. He planted banana plants, worked hard on the plantation, and created wealth through the sale of bananas. |
Let Us Learn
Question 1.
Read the following words from the story. (Page 8)
Use the words correctly to complete the paragraph given below. There are two extra words in the box that you do not need.
There was a farmer who had a (a) ____ coconut plantation. He worked hard and did not depend on (b) _____. Every day was (c) ____ but he did not give up. One day, a man bought a bag of coconuts from him, and (d) ____ to pay him the money the next day. Days passed and the man did not pay him anything. The farmer felt (e) ___. About two months later, he met the same man and asked him about his money. The man said,
“Oh! I had forgotten. Now, I (f) ____ buying coconuts from you.” And he paid the money.
Answer:
(a) huge,
(b) luck,
(c) difficult,
(d) promised,
(e) cheated,
(f) remember
Question 2.
Read the words from the story in Column A. Read the new words in Column B. Complete the meanings of the words given in Column B. Meanings of some words are given.
The words given in each row of the table above have the same sounds but different spellings and meanings. Such words are called homophones.
Answer:
| Column A | Column B | Meaning of words in Column B |
| I | eye | organ used for seeing |
| your | you’re | short form of ‘you are’ |
| dew | due | happening at some time in the future |
| son | sun | a big fire ball |
| one | won | past tense of win |
| ate | eight | a numeral digit. |
| see | sea | a big salty water body. |
Question 3.
Choose four pairs of homophones from the table above, and for each pair write a sentence that uses both homophones in the same sentence. Check your answers by sharing them with your teacher and classmates. An example has been given below:
I ate eight bananas for breakfast today.
Answer:
- His son is shinning like the sun.
- He is the one who won the match.
- I see the vast sea stretching out to the horizon from the shore.
- The dew on the grass sparkled in the morning light, and I remembered that my library book is due today.
- I can see with my eyes.
- You ‘re going to like your new dress.
Question 4.
Match the phrases in Column A with the phrases in Column B. Use the connecting words given in the middle column to make meaningful sentences.
Now, write the new sentences in your notebook.
Answer:
- The children submitted their work before the deadline.
- He did not want to try rock climbing because of his fear of heights.
- The children ran towards the gate as soon as the bell rang.
- Nitin was late to school today as there was a traffic jam.
Question 5.
Here are two sentences with letter ‘b’.
Read them slowly the first time. As you read them a few more times, read them faster each time.
Bunty bhaiya bought a big bunch of bananas.
A big bunch of bananas was bought by Bunty bhaiya.
Now, try to create a tongue twister on your own and share it with your peers.
Answer:
Try it yourself.
Let Us Listen
You will listen to what Madhumati does with the bananas in her plantation. As you listen, number the events in the correct order in which they happen. Write the number in the box’ beside each event, (refer to given box). (Page 10)
A Bottle Of Dew
Madhumati is very happy as she has many big bags of bananas. Firstly, she visits her mother and gives her two dozen bananas. Secondly, she goes to the market to sell the bananas. Next, she meets her old friend Kalawati in the market. Then, she gifts Kalawati a dozen bananas. Later, she decides to go home as she has sold most of the bananas. After that, on the way home, she meets a little boy who is hungry and gives him two bananas. Lastly, she goes to her neighbour’s house and gives them a bunch of bananas. She has a smile on her face as she goes home.
(a) Gives two bananas to a boy who is hungry ___
(b) Meets her friend Kalawati in the market ____
(c) Visits her mother and gives her two dozen bananas ___
(d) Chooses to go home as only some bananas were left ___
(e) Visits her neighbour and gifts them a bunch of bananas ____
(f) Gives twelve bananas to her friend ___
(g) Goes to the market to sell the bananas ____
Answer:
(c), (g), (b), (f), (d), (a), (e)
Let Us Speak
Question 1.
Read aloud the following words from the story. (Page 10)
All these words have the letter ‘s’ in them. But the sound of letter ‘s’ is not always the same.
- in sage and promising – the letter ‘s’ has a /si sound
- in wisdom – the letter ‘s’ has a /z/ sound
- in trees – the letter ‘s’ has a /z/ sound
- in surprise – the first letter ‘s’ has a /s/ sound and the second has a /z/ sound
Now, speak each word clearly along with your teacher and classmates.
Your teacher will now say some words. Listen carefully to the sound of ‘s’. Write the sound next to the word.
Answer:
beds – bedz |z|
sand – sands/s/
clothes – clothes/s/
sea – see /s/
was – wadz |z|
keys – keez Izl
bags – bagz Izl
nose – noze /s/
Question 2.
Discuss the following questions with a partner. You may use the hints given in brackets while speaking.
(a) What does hard work mean to you?
(It means … / It is something … / Well, you see … /What I mean is …)
Answer:
Well, you see, hard work means dedicating time and effort to achieve a goal, regardless of the challenges you face. It is something that involves perseverance, focus, and a commitment to putting in the necessary effort to succeed. What I mean is, hard work is not just about working long hours but also about being diligent and persistent in your tasks.
(b) Give three reasons why you think hard work is important.
(Firstly, I feel… because … / Secondly, I think … since … /Lastly, I believe … as …)
Answer:
The three reasons why hard work is important:
Firstly, I feel hard work is crucial because it often leads to success and achievement. Secondly, I think hard work helps in developing valuable skills and experience since overcoming challenges builds competence and confidence.
Lastly, I believe hard work is important as it fosters a sense of satisfaction and fulfillment, knowing that you have put your best effort into something.
(c) Share three ideas you would give to someone who needs to work hard. (To begin with, it is important that … /Next, you could … / Finally, I think you should …)
Answer:
To begin with, it is important that they set clear goals and create a plan to achieve them. This helps in staying focused and organized.
Next, you could encourage them to maintain a positive attitude and stay motivated, even when faced with obstacles.
Finally, I think you should advise them to take breaks and manage their time effectively to avoid burnout and ensure sustained productivity.
Let Us Write
Question 1.
Work in pairs to complete the description of a banana. You may take the help of the words given in brackets. Share your answers with your classmates and teacher. (Page 11)
Now, use the information given in the picture to write eight sentences about a banana. Share your responses with your classmates and teacher.
- Banana is healthy because it gives energy to our body.
- It is rich in vitamins.
- It stores fats and is good for skin.
- The outer covering feels hard and sticky on touch.
- Banana smells fruity and fresh.
- Banana tastes sweet and creamy.
- The outer covering is yellow and feels soft and fulsome
- I like to eat a banana at breakfast during break and after school.
Let Us Explore
Find out the varieties of bananas which are grown, cultivated and eaten in different parts of India. You can find information about them from websites such as: (Page 12)
There is a special kind of banana called the Blue Java banana. This banana has got its name from its blue skin. It is also known as Ice Cream banana as it is so creamy and tastes like ice cream. It is grown in South East Asia and Hawaii. These banana plants grow to a height of fifteen to twenty feet.
The varieties of bananas grown, cultivated, and eaten in different parts of India:
→ Robusta
Region: Widely grown in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka.
Description: This is a popular variety due to its high yield and resistance to diseases. The bananas are medium-sized, thick-skinned, and have a sweet taste.
→ Dwarf Cavendish
Region: Grown in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Bihar, and West Bengal.
Description: Known for its short stature, making it less susceptible to wind damage. The bananas are medium-sized, with a smooth texture and sweet flavor.
→ Poovan
Region: Commonly cultivated in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Description: This variety has small to medium-sized fruits with a distinctive taste. They are popular for their flavor and are used both for eating fresh and in cooking.
→ Nendran
Region: Grown mainly in Kerala
Description: Also known as Kerala bananas, these are large, thick-skinned, and have a slightly sour taste when raw but turn sweet upon ripening. They are often used in making banana chips.
→ Monthan
Region: Cultivated in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
Description: This variety is used mainly for cooking. The bananas are large, green when raw, and are often used in savory dishes.
→ Red Banana
Region: Grown in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.
Description: Known for its reddish-purple skin, the red banana is sweet and creamy. It is rich in nutrients and has a unique flavor compared to yellow bananas.
→ Grande Naine
Region: Widely grown in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Andhra Pradesh. Description: Similar to Robusta, this variety is known for its high yield and disease resistance. The bananas are medium to large-sized, with a sweet taste.
→ Karpuravalli
Region: Grown in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
Description: This variety has large, slightly curved fruits with thick skin. The bananas are known for their excellent taste and aroma.