“English” Question Answers Chapter 3.4 Think Before You Speak! Class 9 Maharashtra Board

ENGLISH WORKSHOP

1. The same word can be used as a noun in some sentences and as a verb in others.

2. Complete the following :

(a) Our ears are like funnels because they are always open and help us listen all the time.

(b) The two rows of teeth are like a fence because they help control what we say by stopping words from coming out too quickly.

(c) The two lips are like a fence because they also act as a barrier, allowing us to think before speaking.

(d) Harsh words are like scattered bits of paper carried away by the wind because once they are spoken, they cannot be taken back.

3. Write a brief summary of the story of the young man and his spiritual teacher, making the young man the narrator.

You may begin as given below. ‘I went quickly to my spiritual teacher for advice because I had (Now continue)

“I went quickly to my spiritual teacher for advice because I had spoken harsh and unkind words to my friend. My friend was deeply hurt, and I feared that I had lost his friendship. The teacher gave me a blank sheet of paper and told me to write all the bad things I had said. Then, he asked me to tear the paper into tiny pieces and throw them out of the window. The pieces scattered in the wind. Later, he told me to go outside and collect all the torn pieces, but I could not find a single one. My teacher then explained that spoken words are like those scattered pieces of paper-once spoken, they cannot be taken back. I realized how important it is to think before speaking, especially in anger.”

4. Translate the following sentences into your mother tongue.

(a) The first question we must ask ourselves before we speak is – is it true?

• Marathi: आपण बोलण्यापूर्वी स्वतःला विचारायचा पहिला प्रश्न – हे खरे आहे का?
• Hindi: हमें बोलने से पहले खुद से जो पहला सवाल पूछना चाहिए – क्या यह सच है?

(b) The second question to ask is – is it pleasant?

• Marathi: विचारायचा दुसरा प्रश्न – हे आनंददायी आहे का?
• Hindi: दूसरा सवाल यह है – क्या यह सुनने में अच्छा लगेगा?

(c) The third question according to Socrates is – is it useful?

• Marathi: सोक्रेटीसनुसार विचारायचा तिसरा प्रश्न – हे उपयुक्त आहे का?
• Hindi: सोक्रेट्स के अनुसार तीसरा सवाल – क्या यह फायदेमंद है?

5. Read the following sentence.

Examples of antithesis:

1. “Speech is silver, but silence is gold.”
2. “Man proposes, God disposes.”
3. “Give every man thy ear, but few thy voice.”
4. “Patience is bitter, but it has a sweet fruit.”

8. Read a food packet and complete the information.

1. The name of the food item is Maggie Noodles.
2. It is made by Nestlé India Ltd.
3. It is a Veg food item.
4. The green sign indicates that it is a Veg food item.
5. The ingredients are wheat flour, vegetable oil, salt, spices.
6. The date of packing is 01/02/2024, and the expiry date is 01/08/2024.
7. It should be consumed before 6 months from the date of manufacturing.

Discuss the following –

(a) Why is the ‘recipe’ given on the packet?

• The recipe is given to help consumers cook the food item properly and enjoy it in the best way.

(b) Why does the packet tell us to visit the company’s website?

• The company’s website provides more information about the product, ingredients, and health benefits.

(c) What ideas are used to make the packet attractive?

• The packet uses bright colors, delicious food images, catchy slogans, and health benefits to attract customers.

(d) How will you verify whether something is good for you to eat?

• I will check the expiry date, ingredients, nutritional value, and health benefits before eating any food product.

Group Activity: Collect food packaging and note the details.

Creative Writing: Advertisement for a Product

Slogan: “Tasty & Healthy – The Perfect Snack for Every Home!”

Advertisement Text:

“Introducing Crunchy Bites – the ultimate snack for every occasion! Made with wholesome ingredients and natural flavors, it’s the perfect choice for kids and adults. No added preservatives, just pure deliciousness! Try it today and experience the real taste of happiness! Available now at all leading stores.”

Conversation Between a Shopkeeper and a Customer

Customer: Hello! Do you have Crunchy Bites snacks?

Shopkeeper: Yes! We have all flavors – Cheese, Spicy, and Classic Salted.

Customer: Which one is the most popular?

Shopkeeper: The Cheese flavor is loved by kids, and Spicy flavor is popular among adults.

Customer: Is it healthy?

Shopkeeper: Yes! It is made with natural ingredients and no harmful preservatives.

Customer: Great! I will take two packs of the Cheese flavor.

Shopkeeper: Here you go! That will be ₹40. Thank you!