“ A FRIENDS PRAYER” is a lesson from the Textbook “POORVI” approved by NCERT for the Students of Class 6. Here all the Textual Questions are answered by English teachers.
Let us do these activities before we read.
1. 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.
Answer: In sentence (c),“May my friend get well soon,” the use of “may” places it in the subjunctive mood, which is commonly used to express wishes, hopes, or prayers. This structure is typical in prayers and formal wishes, giving it a tone that aligns closely with a prayer.
2. What would you pray for your friend? First speak about it and then write it down.
Answer: I would pray for my friend to always be happy, healthy and successful in everything they do.
Let us discuss
1. Read the poem silently. As you read, underline the parts of the poem that you agree with.
Answer:
“With special friends I feel I’m blessed, So let me give my very best.”
“Let me use my heart to see, To realise what friends can be,”
2. Now, share the details of your underlined parts of the poem in groups and explain why you liked those lines.
Answer: “With special friends I feel I’m blessed, So let me give my very best.” because it highlights the importance of having special friends and the effort we should put into maintaining our friendships.
“Let me use my heart to see, To realise what friends can be,” because it suggests that true understanding of friends comes from the heart.
3. Which line was underlined by most people in your group? Share it with your teacher.
Answer: “Let me use my heart to see, To realise what friends can be,”
Let us think and reflect
1. Complete the summary of the poem by circling the correct highlighted words.
Answer:
2. Answer in one word only.
(a) How does the poet feel about special friends?
Answer: Blessed.
(b) What does the poet use to realise what friends can be?
Answer: Heart
3. 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
Answer: These lines tell us that the speaker is caring.
(ii) How will the speaker make her friends’ wishes come true? (by trying hard/by working a lot)
Answer: By trying hard.
(iii) Fill in the blank with a suitable word.
My friends will feel __________ if their wishes come true.
Answer: My friends will feel happy if their wishes come true.
(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?
Answer: Let me use my heart to see,
(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
Answer: These lines tell us that the speaker is 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.
Answer: The speaker does not wish to make any judgement . She cares for them just as they are.
4. Give one reason why we can say that this poem is a prayer.
Answer: We can say that this poem is a prayer because the speaker is asking to be a better friend, just like we ask for things in a prayer.
5. Why does the speaker ‘want to do more’ for her friend?
Answer: The speaker ‘wants to do more’ for her friend because she cares for her friends and wants to make their wishes come true.
6. Do you think that the speaker knows about the wishes of her friend? How can we say so?
Answer: Yes, I think that the speaker knows about the wishes of her friend. Because in the poem she says that she wants to make their wishes come true which shows that she is aware of what her friends want.
7. Do you also pray for your friend ? What do you wish for? Discuss.
Answer: Yes, I pray for my friend, I wish for my friends happiness, good health and success in everything they do.
Let us learn
1. The poet says, ‘With special friends I feel I’m blessed’.
Select the words that are similar to the meaning of being blessed, from those given below.
| excited grateful understood thankful relaxed |
Answer: Grateful, thankful
2. Good friends have a lot of qualities. Let us list some.
loyal, he _ _ f_ l, k__ d, c__ _ ing, ho__ _ _t
Answer: help fu l,
k i n d,
c a r ing,
ho n e s t
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.
Answer: My friend is always kind to me even when I make a mistake.
(b) My friend shares things with me. She is very __________.
Answer: My friend shares things with me. She is very caring.
(c) My friend is __________ because he always supports me.
Answer: My friend is helpful because he always supports me.
(d) My friend never lies. She is an _________ person.
Answer: My friend never lies. She is an honest person.
(e) My friend and I believe in __________ for each other.
Answer: My friend and I believe in loyalty for each other.
3. Think of any three of your friends. Write three sentences on why you like each one of them.
Answer: (i)I like my friend Dhrub, because he is always helpful.
(ii) I like my friend Dipa, because she is loyal and always stands by me.
(iii) I like my friend Nishan because he is very kind and shares things with me.
Let us listen
1. You will listen to a talk about some outdoor activities that two friends spend their time doing. As you listen, answer the given question in one or two word(s) only. (refer to page 72 for transcript)
(a) What do the two friends purchase and use on the park bench?
Answer: The two friends purchase comic books and use them on the park bench.
2. 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.
Answer:
Let us speak
1. In pairs, act the role of friends speaking to each other. Speak about the following situations:
Answer:
(a) A Walk in the Park
Friend 1: Hi! How’s it going?
Friend 2: Hey! I’m doing well. How about you?
Friend 1: I was thinking of going for a walk in the park today. Would you like to join me?”
Friend 2: That sounds great! What do you have in mind for us to do there?
Friend 1: We could take a walk, listen to the birds, and maybe even sit by the swings. What do you think?
Friend 2: I love that idea! Maybe we can also spend some time looking at the trees and chatting.
Friend 1: Perfect! I’m looking forward to it. Let’s meet at the park entrance at 4 PM.
Friend 2: Sounds good, see you there.
(b) Sharing Tiffins at School
Friend 1: Hi! What’s up?
Friend 2: Hey! Not much. What about you?
Friend 1: I brought some delicious sandwiches and fruit in my tiffin today. What did you bring?
Friend 2: I have some pasta and a few cookies.
Friend 1: That sounds yummy! How about we share our tiffins with each other?
Friend 2: Sure, I’d love that! It’s always fun to try new things.
Friend 1: It makes me really happy to share and enjoy food together. I always like spending time with you.
Friend 2: I feel the same way. Your sandwiches are really good! What other foods do you like?
Friend 1: Thanks! I also like pizza and fruit salads.
Friend 2: Great! I like those too. Thanks for sharing your tiffin with me.
Friend 1: You’re welcome! I enjoyed sharing with you.
2. Create a new situation and have another conversation.
Answer:
Planning a Weekend Outing
Friend 1: Hey do you have any plans for the weekend?
Friend 2: Hi! Not yet. Do you have something in mind?
Friend 1: I was thinking we could go to the new amusement park that just opened. What do you think?
Friend 2: That sounds like so much fun! I’ve been wanting to check it out.
Friend 1: Great! When should we go? Saturday or Sunday?
Friend 2: Saturday works better for me. What time do you want to leave?
Friend 1: How about we meet at 10 AM so we can spend the whole day there?
Friend 2: Perfect! Should we pack some snacks or buy food there?
Friend 1: 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.
Friend 2: Sounds like a plan. I’m excited to spend the day with you!
Friend 1: Me too! It’s going to be a blast. I always have a great time when we hang out.
Friend 2: Same here. Can’t wait for Saturday!
Let us write
Describe how your friendship with your friend started.
First list the answers for When? Where? How?
Then, use your sentences to write a short paragraph
Answer:
When?
Our friendship started last year.
Where?
On the playground.
How?
We both wanted to play the same game and decided to team up.
How We Became Friends
Last year, during recess, I met my friend Dhiraj on the school playground. We both wanted to play football but didn’t have enough players, so we decided to team up. We had so much fun playing together that we started meeting every day during recess. Soon, we became close friends, and now we share everything, from tiffins to games. I’m really glad we became friends that day!
Let us explore
1. 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.
Answer: “A friend in need is a friend indeed.” – This quotation means that a true friend is someone who helps you when you need it the most.
“My best friend is the one who brings out the best in me.” – this quotation means that a true friend encourages you to be your best self.
(b) Think of an experience in your life with your friend that suits this quotation. Share it with your friends.
Answer: One time, during a difficult period in school, I was struggling with a challenging project. My friend, Tapan, noticed my frustration and offered to help. We worked together late into the night, and Tapan’s encouragement and support made a huge difference. Thanks to Tapan.
2. Look for some famous quotations on friendship; these can be in your own language too. Read and share them with your teacher and classmates.
Write one quotation on paper, colour and decorate it. Put it up on the class board.
Answer: “A true friend is someone who is there for you when they would rather be anywhere else”.