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NCERT · Class 8 · English

Unit 1: The Best Christmas Present in the World

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Textbook page 19 · 2 questions
Q1Written answer

In groups discuss whether wars are a good way to end conflicts between countries. Then present your arguments to the whole class.

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War brings in a lot of hatred and devastation with it. It exhibits the unseen and unfair side of humans. Nations fight a war sometimes for petty reasons like sharing or conquering a piece of land or due to religion. Soldiers who fight the war leave their families behind, their children become orphaned, and wives become widows when they lay down their lives for their respective countries. Therefore, wars are definitely not an ideal way to end conflicts and cause huge destruction to life and property.

(Note: Students may depict their views in front of the whole class as per their own thinking).

Q2Written answer

What kind of presents do you like and why? What are the things you keep in mind when you buy presents for others? Discuss with your partner. (For example, you might buy a book because it can be read and re-read over a period of time.)

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On the personal front, I do not like the practice of exchanging costly gifts. However, if we really want to thank someone with a present, we can buy some flowers as a token of affection for the respective person. Due to this reason, we notice that on formal occasions, many guests bring flower bouquets as gifts to express their warm feelings.

(Note: Students may depict their own views and discuss it with their partner as per their convenience).