Question 1

Question 1: Complete the following idioms using the appropriate colour term. (blue, black, green, red)

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Question 2. What are you reminded of when you think of the following colours.

Question 2

Question 1: Spot the error in the spelling of these words with reference to the passage and rewrite them correctly.

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2. Complete the following with reference to the passage: Question 1. Complete the following with reference to the passage: Answer:

Question 3

Question 1: Complete the following diagram.

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Question 4

Question 1: Complete the following with reference to the passage: (a) Raza’s paintings do not depict …………... (b) Raza’s paintings are done in the ……….. style. (c) Raza’s paintings are not insp

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(a) Raza’s paintings do not depict lifelike human figures or copies of scenes from his environment. (b) Raza’s paintings are done in the abstract style. (c) Raza’s paintings are not inspired by any external factor. (d) Raza’s paintings present images from his own inner mind. (e) Raza’s paintings rad

Question 5

Question 1: Write about the important features of Gond art with reference to the passage.

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Gond art involves natural techniques of preparing colours and the use of several mediums. They are transferred from generation to generation in a smoothly flowing process. It is a medium of j recording and preserving what is seen.

Question 6

Question 1: Why does the author think that the roots of folk art lies in women’s chores?

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Natural colours available in various things around the house are used in Gond art. The pictures drawn are lively and attractive and depict simple things. The different colours, various textures and patterns were used year after year. The pictures were drawn on the walls of the home earlier. All this

Question 7

Question 1: From the passage, list the words related to: (a) Geometry (b) colours (c) designs

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(b) colours – blue, orange, colour combinations. (c) designs – abstract, scenes, geometric.

Question 8

Question 1: These two passages are examples of a short introduction to works of art a short review. They cover the following points: Compare the points with those you used for a book review an

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Book Review Review of a Play Review of a Painting 1. Title of the book Name of the play/skit The name of the artist 2. Author / Authors Important characters The theme or subject matter 3. Genre/category of the book Any famous actors/actresses Type of art 4. Target group written for Theme Individual

Question 9

Question 1: Using the Information given in the passage, write a short note on the following in your mother tongue: (a) The paintings of Raza (b) Gond art. (Students may attempt this In their n

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Question 10

Question 1: Read the following from the Language Study pages: Find an example of each of the following i from the passage and underline the linking words:

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1. My work is my own inner experience and Involvement with the mysteries of nature and form which is expressed In colour, line, space and light. which Is expressed in colour, line, space and light – Adjective clause 2. They originate when the artist tries to peep into his own inner mind. when the ar

Question 11

Question 1: Do you like to draw and paint? Elaborate on your

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Answer: Yes, I do. I go to a drawing class regularly and my teacher says I am quite good at it. I also participate in drawing competitions and have won many prizes.

Question 12

Question 1: ‘Complete the following with reference to the passage: (The answers are given directly and underlined.)

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Question 13

Question 1: Name some of the awards won by Raza.

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Raza was honoured with the Padma Shri, the Padma Bhushan and the Padma Vibhushan.

Question 14

Question 2: How did the artist himself describe his work?

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Raza described his work in these words: My work is my own inner experience and involvement with the mysteries of nature and form which is expressed in colour, line, space and light.

Question 15

Question 1: Spot the error in the spelling of these words with reference to the passage and correct them :

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Activities based on Contextual Grammar. Question 1. Find an example of each of the following from the passage and underline the linking words : 1. adverb clause Answer: 1. Sometimes, an artist’s thoughts appear to be too complex or even complicated when they are expressed through words. when they ar

Question 16

Question 2: Join the sentences using ‘not only … but also …’ Raza had great creativity. His paintings are very expressive.

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Raza not only had great creativity but his paintings are also very expressive.

Question 17

Question 1: What is your opinion about abstract art?

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I do not understand abstract art. I prefer paintings of animals and natural scenes. However, I am sure abstract art is also very great. One has to learn to understand it.

Question 18

Question 1: Write if the following sentences are True or False: (The answers are given directly and underlined.)

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Question 19

Question 1: Spot the error in the spelling of these words with reference to the passage and correct them:

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Question 2. Write the noun forms of the following:

Question 20

Question 1: Find two examples of noun clauses from the passage and underline the linking words :

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1. We learn that they have lived in India for thousands of years. that they have lived in India for thousands of years – noun clause 2. Art is a medium of recording and preserving what is seen. what is seen – noun clause

Question 21

Question 2: Frame a Wh question to get the underlined part as the

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It has been developed and preserved by the Gond tribal people. Answer: By whom has it been developed and preserved? OR Who has developed and preserved it?

Question 22

Question 1: ‘A house decorated with beautiful pictures creates a pleasant atmosphere’. Do you agree with this? Explain your

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Answer: Yes, I agree with this statement. In my house, there are many paintings of beautiful scenes. When you look at these paintings of nature, you feel soothed and happy. However, I feel this is true only with those people who love art.

Question 23

Question 1: Complete the web: (The answers are underlined directly.)

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Question 24

Question 1: Write about the important features of Gond art with reference to the passage.

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Natural colours available in various things around the house are used in Gond art. The different colours, various textures and patterns were used year after year. The outlines may vary a little from artist to artist, but the pictures are lively and attractive. The designs include simple textures usi

Question 25

Question 1: Spot the error in the spelling of the following words with reference to the passage and rewrite them correctly:

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Question 2. From the passage, list the words related to: 1. colours 2. designs Answer: 1. colours – colours, shades. 2. designs – patterns, Gond styles.

Question 26

Question 1: Find an example of each of the following from the passage and underline the linking words : 1. noun clause 2. adverb clause

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1. We realize that a picture drawn this way or the other can look equally beautiful. that a picture drawn this way or the other can look equally beautiful. – noun clause 2. Special attention is given to the choice of various colours so that the total effect is amazing and beautiful. so that the tota

Question 27

Question 2: The designs include simple textures. (Rewrite using the noun form of the underlined word.)

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There is an inclusion of simple textures in the designs.

Question 28

Question 1: Write two compound words of your own.

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lifelike, coastline

Question 29

Question 2: Make a meaningful sentence using the phrase ‘at the same time’.

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It is not possible to be at two different places at the same time.

Question 30

Question 3: Spot the error and correct the sentence: Art are a medium of recording and preserving what is seen.

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Art is a medium of recording and preserving what is seen.

Book Review	Review of a Play	Review of a Painting
1. Title of the book	Name of the play/skit	The name of the artist
2. Author / Authors	Important characters	The theme or subject matter
3. Genre/category of the book	Any famous actors/actresses	Type of art
4. Target group written for	Theme	Individual style
5. Setting and time of the story	Climax	Presentation techniques
6. Central idea of the story	Ending	Its effect on viewers
7. Important characters	Use of lights and special effects if any	Medium – e.g. oil on canvas
8. Style of writing	Use of background music and sound effects if any	Message / Interpretation
9. Some special features	The costumes, make up, etc. of the characters	Colour composition
10. Publisher, year of publication	How well the actors present the play and behave on the stage?	Texture / Strokes
11. Your own opinion	Your own opinion about the play.	Your opinion 9. Using the Information given in the passage, write a short note on the following in your mother tongue: Question 1 Maharashtra Board Solution Using the Information given in the passage, write a short note on the following in your mother tongue: (a) The paintings of Raza (b) Gond art. (Students may attempt this In their notebook.)

Chapter 3.2 Reading Works of Art Solutions