The Chair Class 6 Questions and Answers
The Chair Question Answer Class 6 English Poorvi Chapter 6
Let us do these activities before we read. (Page 59)
Question 1.
Write two words that come to your mind when you think of friendship.
(a) Now, find some more words that are related to friendship from the grid given below. You can search horizontally or vertically. There are eight words. One word has been marked as an example. The first letter of each word has been given in bold.
Answer:
LAUGHTER, HOPE, TRUST, SUPPORT, TRUST, LOYAL, LOVING, CARING
(b) Fill in the blanks to complete the words, which mean the same as ‘friend’ or ‘friends’ with the help of the meanings.
Answer:
(i) Partner,
(ii) Buddies,
(iii) Companion,
(iv) Classmates
(c) There are so many words for a friend. What do you call ‘a friend’ in your own language?
Answer:
Do it yourself.
Let Us Discuss (Page 61)
Question 1.
Mario was very proud of having so many friends. State whether True or False.
Answer:
True
Question 2.
What did the grandfather take from the attic?
Answer:
The grandfather took a special invisible chair from the attic.
Question 3.
Will Mario face any challenges?
Answer:
Yes
Question 4.
Will Mario be able to use the magic?
Answer:
It is not explicitly clear yet from the passage, but it implies that Mario will have to try sitting on the chair multiple times to use the magic and discover who his real friends are.
Let Us Discuss (Page 64)
Question 1.
Mario successfully sat on the invisible chair on his first attempt. State whether True or False.
Answer:
False
Question 2.
Fill in the blank with a suitable word.
Mario’s grandfather challenged him to a bet of ___.
Answer:
Fruit chaat
Question 3.
Match the following characters with their action.
Answer:
a. Guneet, Asma and Deepa held Mario up, so he wouldn’t fall
Let Us Think And Reflect
Question 1.
Read the following lines and answer the questions that follow. (Page 64)
(a) “Take it. It’s a very special chair. As it’s invisible, it’s rather tricky to sit on. But if you take it to school and manage to sit on it, then the magic will work and you’ll be able to tell who your real friends are. ”
(i) Fill in the blanks with two words that describe the chair.
The chair is ___ and ___.
Answer:
invisible and special
(ii) Why was it tricky to sit on the chair?
Answer:
It was tricky to sit on the chair because it was invisible, making it difficult for Mario to see and locate it properly.
(iii) Why does Mario’s grandfather call the chair ‘special’?
Answer:
Mario’s grandfather calls the chair ‘special’ because it is invisible and has the magical ability to help Mario identify who his real friends are.
(b) “Wait, wait, just a slight technical problem,” he said, trying again. But again, he missed the seat, causing more surprised looks and laughter. Mario wouldn’t give up.
(i) Fill in the blank with a suitable reason.
Mario says there was a technical problem because ___.
Answer:
He was unable to sit on the chair.
(ii) Mario’s friends were very caring and helpful. State whether True or False.
Answer:
False
(iii) Choose the correct option to complete the sentence.
Mario wouldn’t give up. This shows he is ____.
a. strong-willed
b. supportive
c. loving
d. hard-working
Answer:
a. strong-willed
Question 2.
Answer the following questions.
(a) What was the bet about?
Answer:
The bet was about whether Mario had as many true friends as he thought he had. His grandfather bet him a fruit chaat that many of his so-called friends were merely companions or partners, not real friends.
(b) What happened when Mario sat on the chair for the first time?
Answer:
When Mario sat on the chair for the first time, he missed it and fell straight onto his backside. His classmates laughed at him as he tried repeatedly and fell each time due to difficulty in seeing the invisible chair.
(c) How was Mario able to find his real friends?
Answer:
Mario was able to find his real friends when he successfully sat on the invisible chair and remained hanging in mid-air. He saw that Guneet, Asma, and Deepa were holding him up to prevent him from falling, while others had only laughed and enjoyed his falls, revealing who truly cared for him.
(d) Do you think the magic chair test was good? Why do you say so?
Answer:
Yes, the magic chair test was good because it effectively showed who Mario’s real friends were. It revealed that true friends are those who support and care for us in difficult times, rather than just being around for fun or amusement.
(e) What does ‘friends for life’ mean to you? ’
Answer:
‘Friends for life’ means having friends who will be there for you through all stages of life, offering unwavering support, understanding, and loyalty regardless of circumstances.
(f) The grandfather’s idea helped Mario find his ‘real friends’. Mention any other way that would help you find out who are your ‘real friends’.
Answer:
Another way to find out who your real friends are could be to observe their behaviour during challenging times. Real friends will offer support and understanding when you face difficulties or hardships, rather than abandoning you or enjoying your misfortune.
Let Us Learn
Question 1.
Read the following words from the text. (Page 65)
Complete the following table by dividing the words into two parts. One has been done for you.
The words in Column A are called the root words. The sequences of letters that are in Column B which come after the root words are called suffixes.
Answer:
| Column A | Column B |
| 1. friend | ly |
| 2. sudden | ly |
| 3. talk | ing |
| 4. carry | ing |
| 5. call | ed |
| 6. show | ed |
Question 2.
Match the following root words with suitable suffixes. You can use a suffix more than once as shown. Use them to make sentences of your own. One has been done for you.
[Note: Observe the changes in spelling in a few word combinations.]
Answer:
| S. No. | Root Word | Suffix | Word | Sentence |
| 1. | magic | -ing | magical | The magician performed an amazing magical act. |
| 2. | care | -al | careful | Michael is very careful worker. |
| 3. | celebrate | -ful | celebration | There were lively New Year celebration all over town. |
| 4. | laugh | -ly | laughed | You never laugh at my jokes! |
| 5. | wonder | -ed | wonderful | He’s a wonderful cook. |
| 6. | help | -tion | helpful | She’s such a pleasant helpful child. |
| 7. | friend | -ous | friendship | I value her friendship above everything else. |
| 8. | courage | -ship | courageous | It was a courageous decision to resign in protest at the company’s pollution record. |
Question 3.
Read the following lines from the story.
Mario, brave and determined, took the strange invisible chair …
You have already described the chair. Now, describe what kind of a person Mario is in the image given below.
[Use words from the story. You may also use words of your own.]
Answer:
Brave, Determined, Friendly, Clever
Question 4.
Match each vijord (adjectives) in Column A with a suitable word (noun) in Column B. You can make more than one combination. One has been done 
Answer:
| Column A Adjectives | Column B Nouns | Column C Phrases | Column D Sentences |
| 1. brave | friends | brave soldier | The brave soldier marched ahead. |
| 2. clever | rain | clever plan | The clever plan did not work. |
| 3. tasty | soldier | tasty peanut | Try tasty peanut with a crispy salad. |
| 4. heavy | plan | havy rain | I hope you didn’t get soaled standing out in heavy rain. |
| 5. slight | peanuts | slight cold | Rinse the vegetables under slight cold running water. |
| 6. true | cold | true friend | We should be surrounded by true friends. |
Question 5.
Complete the paragraph with suitable adjective-noun pairings. Use the words in the box given below.
Once upon a time in a little village, a/an (i) ___ named Abhishek found a/an (ii) ___ in the attic. He read (iii) ___ about fairy lands, (iv) ___ and (v) ___. Abhishek’s eyes got big as he imagined these (vi) ___. He told his friends about the stories, and they started to have their own (vii) ___ when they played together.
Answer:
(i) happy boy,
(ii) old book,
(iii) amazing stories,
(iv) colourful creatures,
(v) old castles,
(vi) magical adventures,
(vii) fantastic adventures
Let Us Listen
You will listen to Manu talk about her friend, Monika. As you listen, fill in the blanks with words that you hear given below. (Page 68)
The Chair
When I first joined this new school, things were very difficult. There was Monika. She was a supportive friend who guided me, introduced me to others and even shared her notes. That made me comfortable in the school. Since then, Monika and I have been together through difficult times and happy , times. She is the kind of friend who is always there for you. I’m really thankful for her, and how her help and support turned into a really good friendship.
(a) Monika found it ___ when she took admission in the school.
(b) Manu was ___ and helped by her in many ways.
(c) So, it was not so ___ for the new girl to adjust in the school.
(d) Both friends experienced difficult ___ and moments together.
(e) Manu is ___ to Monika for making her life easy and finding a friend.
You will listen to the girl once again.
Answer:
(a) supportive,
(b) comfortable,
(c) difficult,
(d) happy,
(e) grateful
Let Us Speak
Question 1.
Work in pairs. Read the following qualities of a friend. (Page 68)
Discuss in pairs. Choose any four positive qualities that you would like your friend to have. Give a reason for your choice. Use the hints given below when you speak.
I feel my friend should be … because …
I think the quality I want in my friend is being …. The reason for this is …
I believe my friend should be … This is in order to …
If my friend is … then …
Answer:
I feel my friend should be kind because kindness makes the friendship warm and supportive.
I think the quality I want in my friend is being loyal. The reason for this is loyalty ensures that the friendship remains strong through both good and challenging times, providing a sense of stability and trust.
I believe my friend should be understanding. This is in order to have someone who empathises with my feelings and situations, which makes it easier to communicate . openly and solve problems together.
If my friend is honest, then I can trust him completely.
Let Us Write
Question 1.
Read the messages that Mario has written to his friends Deepa, Guneet and Asma. (Page 69)
Dear Deepa,
I feel so special that you are my friend. I know you will always be there for me.
Before going to bed, I said a little prayer for Guneet, Asma and you. You made me realise the value of having good friends.
Best wishes,
Mario
Dear Asma,
I feel blessed to know that you are my true friend. I would have fallen again today, if it wasn’t for Guneet, Deepa and you. I know I can always depend on the three of you, no matter what.
Best wishes,
Mario
(a) Now, choose the correct word given in brackets to complete Mario’s – message to Guneet.
Dear Guneet,
I am ____ (thankful to/requesting) God to have you as a ____ (lucky/real) friend for life. When everyone was ___ (laughing at/talking to) me, Deepa, Asma and you showed me that you ___ (will save/care for) me. You are indeed a ___ (blessing/loving) in my life.
Best wishes,
Mario
Answer:
thankful to, real, laughing at, care for, blessing
(b) Now, write your own message to your best friend. You may take ideas from the story, ‘The Unlikely Best Friends’ and the poem, ‘A Friend’s Prayer’.
Answer:
Dear Ishmeet,
I feel blessed to know that you are my true friend. I am happy to know that, you always excel in your academic studies. You also help your friends in this concern.
Best wishes,
Arjun
Let Us Explore
Question 1.
Find out more stories about ‘Friendship’. It could be from your state, other states or other countries too. You can share them with your class. (Page 70)
Answer:
Title: The Chill Spot
In a bustling city, two friends, Arjun and Rahul, found a hidden rooftop garden atop their apartment building. They turned it into their “Chill Spot” with comfy bean bags, string lights, and a mini grill.
One day, a new neighbor, Maduri, moved in. Arjun and Rahul, noticed she was often alone, so they invited her up to their Chill Spot. Maduri loved it and quickly became part of their hangouts.
The three friends spent weekends chatting, watching movies, and cooking together. The Chill Spot became their go-to place for relaxation and fun, showing them that the best friendships are built on sharing good times and creating special moments together.
Question 2.
Describe your friends by filling in the blanks with suitable words. This is known as an acrostic poem.
F ____
R ____
I ____
E ____
N ____
D ____
S ____
Answer:
F – Faithful,
R – Reliable,
I – Inspirational,
E – Enthusiastic,
N – Nurturing,
D – Dedicated,
S – Supportive
Question 3.
Complete the following task by talking to different people of different age groups as mentioned in the table. You may divide the class into groups to do the following :
After gathering responses :
✓ Discuss: similarities and differences across age groups.
✓ Reflect: ho w viewpoints on friendship may change with age and life experiences.
✓ Present: a summary of the group’s responses, emphasising key themes or unique insights.
Answer:
| Question | Age Group | Response |
| What does friendship mean to you? | 50+ | “Friendship” means having someone who has been with you through ups and downs of life, someone you can trust deeply and rely on. * |
| 31 to 49 | “Friendship” is about sharing experiences and supporting each other, even if you don’t see each other often. It’s about mutual respect and understanding. |