English Question Answers Chapter 4.3 – Golden Chain Class 8 Maharashtra Board

2. Tick the correct (✔) before the correct statements

(a) Time can destroy the beauty of friendship.

(b) Friendship cannot be bought or sold.

(c) Friendship binds the hands together.

(d) Friendship is like a real rare and precious jewel.

(e) Friendship has more value than gold.

Answer: (a) False, (b) True, (c) False, (d) True, (e) True

4. Say WHY friendship is compared to the following.

(a) A golden chain – Because it holds friends together strongly, just like links in a chain.

(b) A precious jewel – Because it is rare and valuable.

(c) A priceless gift – Because it cannot be bought or sold and is more valuable than gold.

5. Refer to the poem and write down 5 reasons, why ‘Friendship’ is the best gift anyone can give you.

1. It grows more precious as each year passes.
2. It creates happy memories that last a lifetime.
3. It brings joy and support in difficult times.
4. It strengthens bonds between people.
5. It cannot be replaced by material wealth.

6. Write the words that go with the following.

1. Precious jewel
2. Kindred hearts
3. Fond memories
4. Priceless gift
5. Strong tie
6. Understanding friend

7. Match the lines with the Figures of Speech they contain.
(You may also refer to ‘Word Play’ on page no 74 for help.)

8. Think on your own and say why true friendship can be compared to the following

1. An Evergreen Forest – It never fades and always provides shelter and beauty.
2. An Ever-flowing River – It keeps moving forward, bringing freshness and life.
3. A Rainbow after heavy rains – It brings happiness after difficult times.