A Friend's Prayer NCERT Solutions | English for Class 6 PDF Download
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Let us do these activities before we read
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Q1: Read the following sentences.
(a) I wish my friend brings idli in her tiffin tomorrow.
(b) I hope my friend and I win the race tomorrow.
(c) May my friend get well soon.
Which of the three sentences (a)-(c) is closest to a prayer? Explain to your teacher and classmates.
Ans: The sentence ‘May my friend get well soon’ is closest to prayer because it expresses a sincere and heartfelt wish for someone’s recovery and well-being.
Q2: What would you pray for your friend? First speak about it and then write it down.
Ans: Do yourself. You can start by speaking about what your friend needs or what you hope for them. For example, you might say:
Speaking:
“I would pray for my friend to always be happy and healthy. I want them to do well in school and feel confident. I also wish that they can overcome any challenges and stay strong.”
Writing it down:
“My prayer for my friend is that they always stay happy and healthy. I hope they do well in school and feel good about themselves. May they find the strength to overcome any problems and always be surrounded by kindness.”
Let us discuss
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Q1: Read the poem silently. As you read, underline the parts of the poem that you agree with.
Ans: Attempt yourself, but we are giving here sample-lines a student might underline:
With special friends, I feel I’m blessed, so let me give my very best.
I’ll try all that a friend can do to make their wishes come true.
But love my friends the way they are.
Q2: Now, share the details of your underlined parts of the poem in groups and explain why you liked those lines.
Ans: Attempt yourself. Here is a Sample answer to help you (students):
(Sample explanation):
- I underlined “With special friends I feel I’m blessed, So let me give my very best” because I believe friends are a gift, and we should always try to be our best for them.
- I also underlined “I’ll try all that a friend can do To make their wishes come true” because I think true friends are always there to support each other’s dreams and goals.
- Lastly, I underlined “But love my friends the way they are” because it’s really important to accept our friends for who they are, without trying to change them.
Q3: Which line was underlined by most people in your group? Share it with your teacher.
Ans: Attempt yourself.
Here is a Sample answer to help you (students):
The line that most people in our group underlined was “But love my friends the way they are.” We all liked it because we think it’s really important to accept our friends as they are, with their strengths and weaknesses. This line shows the true meaning of friendship.
Let us think and reflect
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The poet says a prayer for/speech on friendship and friends. She wants that friendship should always be an important part of her complete life/ school days. She says that her friendship makes her feel brave/special. She wishes to do the best she can, for her friends. She wants to clap for/ listen to the wishes of her friends. As a good friend, she prays/imagines that she is able to make her friends’ wishes come true. She wants her heart/mind to understand what a true friend is. She prays that she loves her friends as they are/when they are happy. She tells us that true/correct friends accept their friends for all their qualities.
Ans: The poet says a prayer for friendship and friends. She wants that friendship should always be an important part of her complete life. She says that her friendship makes her feel special. She wishes to do the best she can, for her friends. She wants to listen to the wishes of her friends. As a good friend, she prays that she is able to make her friend’s wishes come true. She wants her heart to understand what a true friend is. She prays that she loves her friends as they are. She tells us that a true friend accepts their friend for all their qualities.
Q2: Answer in one word only.
(a) How does the poet feel about special friends?
Ans: Blessed
(b) What does the poet use to realise what friends can be?
Ans: Heart
Q3: Read the following lines from the poem and answer the questions given below.
(a) I want to do much more than share The hopes and plans of friends who care; I’ll try all that a friend can do To make their wishes come true.
(i) Complete the sentence with the most suitable option.
These lines tell us that the speaker is _______________.
(a) clever
(b) caring
(c) curious
(d) calm
Ans: (b) caring
(ii) How will the speaker make her friends’ wishes come true?
Ans: By trying hard
(iii) Fill in the blank with a suitable word.
My friends will feel __________ if their wishes come true.
Ans: happy
(b) Let me use my heart to see, To realise what friends can be, And make no judgements from afar, But love my friends the way they are.
(i) The speaker says that feelings are important to understand friendship. Which line tells us this?
Ans: "Let me use my heart to see, To realise what friends can be,"
(ii) Complete the sentence with the most suitable option.
These lines tell us that the speaker is _______________.
(a) helpful
(b) thoughtful
(c) cheerful
(d) hopeful
Ans: (b) thoughtful
(iii) Fill in the blank with one word.
The speaker does not wish to make any ___________. She cares for them just as they are.
Ans: judgements
Q4: Give one reason why we can say that this poem is a prayer.
Ans: This poem is a prayer because it expresses a heartfelt wish for the well-being and happiness of the poet's friends.
Q5: Why does the speaker ‘want to do more’ for her friend?
Ans: The speaker wants to do more for her friend because she cares deeply about their happiness and success. She believes that being a good friend means actively supporting their dreams and wishes, not just sharing thoughts.
Q6: Do you think that the speaker knows about the wishes of her friend? How can we say so?
Ans: Yes, the speaker likely knows about her friend’s wishes because she expresses a desire to help make them come true. This indicates that she listens to her friends and pays attention to what they hope for, showing her understanding and connection with them.
Q7: Do you also pray for your friend? What do you wish for? Discuss.
Ans: Yes, I do pray for my friends. I wish for them to be happy and successful in whatever they do. I hope they stay healthy and face challenges with strength. I also pray that they always have supportive people around them and feel loved. Sharing these wishes helps strengthen our friendships.
Let us learn
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Select the words that are similar to the meaning of being blessed, from those given below.
Ans: grateful and thankful
Q2: Good friends have a lot of qualities. Let us list some.
loyal, h e __ __ f __ l, k __ __ d, c __ __ i n g, h o __ __ __ t
Ans: Here are the qualities of good friends:
- loyal
- helpful
- kind
- caring
- honest
Now, fill in the blanks with the words you just listed above.
(a) My friend is always ___ to me even when I make a mistake.
(b) My friend shares things with me. She is very ___.
(c) My friend is ___ because he always supports me.
(d) My friend never lies. She is an ___person.
(e) My friend and I believe in ___ for each other.
Ans: Here are the completed sentences:
(a) My friend is always kind to me even when I make a mistake.
(b) My friend shares things with me. She is very helpful.
(c) My friend is loyal because he always supports me.
(d) My friend never lies. She is an honest person.
(e) My friend and I believe in caring for each other.
Q3: Think of any three of your friends. Write three sentences on why you like each one of them.
Ans:
1. Riya:
- Riya is always there to listen to me when I need someone to talk to.
- She has a great sense of humour and can always make me laugh.
- Riya is very supportive and encourages me to do my best in everything.
2. Arjun:
- Arjun is incredibly kind and always helps others without expecting anything in return.
- He is very reliable and I know I can count on him whenever I need help.
- Arjun is very talented in sports and inspires me to stay active and healthy.
3. Priya:
- Priya is very creative and has a great eye for art and design.
- She is always optimistic and looks at the bright side of things.
- Priya is very caring and goes out of her way to make sure everyone feels included and happy.
Let us listen
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Transcript: [Let me tell you what outdoor activities Ajay and Dhiraj enjoy doing. Some days they like playing at the swings in the park. Ajay enjoys slides the most. Dhiraj likes nature, so both take walks in the nearby park, listen to birds and look at the trees. On Saturdays, both go cycling around the neighbourhood. What both truly enjoy is eating ice-cream together. Sometimes they also purchase a comic book, sit on a park bench and read together. They are truly best friends.]
(a) What do the two friends purchase and use on the park bench?
Ans: Comic book
Q2: You will once again listen to the talk about some outdoor activities of the two friends. As you listen, circle the pictures that show these activities.
- (d) both take walks
- (b) and (f) On Saturdays, both go cycling
- (c) both truly enjoy is eating ice-cream together
- (a) and (e) Sometimes they also purchase a comic book, sit on a park bench and read together.
Let us speak
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In pairs, act the role of friends speaking to each other. Speak about the following situations:
Ans: (a) A Walk in the Park
Arnit: Hey, how are you doing today?
Yogesh: Hi! I’m good, thanks. How about you?
Amit: I’m great! Do you want to go for a walk in the park later?
Yogesh: Sure, that sounds like a good idea. What time should we go?
Amit: How about 4 PM? We can enjoy the nice weather.
Yogesh: Perfect! What activities should we do there?
Amit: We can walk around, maybe sit on a bench and chat, or even bring a book to read.
Yogesh: Sounds good to me. I always enjoy our time together.
Arnit: Me too. It’s always fun spending time with you.
(b) Sharing Tiffins at School
Riya: Hey, good morning!
Harleen: Good morning! How are you?
Riya: I’m good. I brought some sandwiches and fruit for tiffin today. What did you bring?
Harleen: I have some pasta and cookies. Do you want to share our tiffins?
Riya: Yes, I’d love to! Sharing food makes lunch more fun.
Harleen: Absolutely! I always enjoy trying new things. Your sandwiches look delicious.
Riya: Thanks! Your pasta smells amazing. What other food items do you like?
Harleen: I love homemade pizza and fresh salads. How about you?
Riya: I like rice dishes and spicy curries.
Harleen: Nice! Thanks for sharing your food with me.
Riya: Thank you too! Sharing tiffìns always makes lunch better.
Q2: Create a new situation and have another conversation.
Ans: Planning a Weekend Outing
Shreya: Hey do you have any plans for the weekend?
Mayank: Hi! Not yet. Do you have something in mind?
Shreya: I was thinking we could go to the new amusement park that just opened. What do you think?
Mayank: That sounds like so much fun! I’ve been wanting to check it out.
Shreya: Great! When should we go? Saturday or Sunday?
Mayank: Saturday works better for me. What time do you want to leave?
Shreya: How about we meet at 10 AM so we can spend the whole day there?
Mayank: Perfect! Should we pack some snacks or buy food there?
Shreya: Let’s pack some snacks and buy lunch there. That way, we’ll have something to munch on while
waiting in line for the rides.
Mayank: Sounds like a plan. I’m excited to spend the day with you!
Shreya: Me too! It’s going to be a blast. I always have a great time when we hang out.
Mayank: Same here. Can’t wait for Saturday!
Let us write
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- First list the answers for — When? Where? How?
- Then, use your sentences to write a short paragraph of about 80 words.
- Give a title to your paragraph.
When I least expected it, our friendship began. How we met was quite remarkable. It was a sunny afternoon in the park, and I was reading a book. My friend, who was jogging by, accidentally dropped her music player. I returned it to her, and we struck up a conversation. We discovered shared interests and values. It was the formation of a beautiful friendship.
Let us explore
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Q1: There are many quotations about friendship. Read the ones given below.
- “A friend in need is a friend indeed.”
- “My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me.”
(a) What do you think is the meaning of these quotations? Share it with your teacher.
(b) Think of an experience in your life with your friend that suits this quotation. Share it with your friends.
Ans: An interpretation of the quotations and a personal experience related to each one:
(a) Meaning of the Quotations:
“A friend in need is a friend indeed.”
This means that a true friend is someone who supports you when you are in trouble or need help. They stand by you during difficult times, proving their friendship through their actions.
“My best friend ¡s the one who brings out the best in me.”
This means that a best friend is someone who encourages you to be the best version of yourself.
They inspire and motivate you to achieve your potential and support you in your personal growth.
(b) Personal Experiences:
“A friend in need is a friend indeed.”
Last year, I was going through a tough time because I was struggling with my schoolwork and feeling overwhelmed. My friend noticed that I was not myself and offered to help me study. They spent hours with me, explaining difficult concepts and encouraging me to keep going. Thanks to their support, I managed to improve my grades and felt much better. This experience showed me how valuable a true friend is during challenging times.
“My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me.”
During our final year in school, I was very nervous about applying for college and unsure of my abilities. My best friend, however, believed in me and constantly reminded me of my strengths. They encouraged me to apply to my dream college and helped me prepare for the entrance exams. Their unwavering support and belief in me boosted my confidence, and I eventually got accepted into the college. This experience taught me how a true friend can bring out the best in you by believing in your potential.
Q2: Look for some famous quotations on friendship; these can be in your language too. Read and share them with your teacher and classmates. Write one quotation on paper, color and decorate it. Put it up on the class board.
Ans: Here are a few famous quotations on friendship, including one in Hindi:
English:
“Friendship is the only cement that will ever hold the world together.” – Woodrow Wilson
“A real friend walks in when the rest of the world walks out.” – Walter Winchell
“Friends are the siblings God never gave us.” – Mencius
“True friendship comes when the silence between two people is comfortable.” – David Tyson
Hindi:
“दोस्ती वह नहीं जो जान लेती है, दोस्ती वह है जो जान देने को मजबूर कर देती है।”
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