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• Read the following sentences from the story ‘Maternity.’ “Have pity on this poor orphan and give him a little milk… ,” he said in Greek.“Come with me,” said the Chinaman.“Come in, then. Do not be afraid,” said the Chinaman.What do you notice about the sentences given within quotes?Write your findings here1. They begin with verbs. 2. ……3. ……
• Why couldn’t Mikail earn even a penny?
• Why was he chased away by his fellow Armenians?
• What is your impression about the Chinaman and his wife? How are they different from the other characters in the story? Write a paragraph. The following hints may help you.
• Read the following sentences. He told her to sit on a straw mat. What do you think were the actual words of the Chinaman? Complete the following. The Chinaman said, “……………………” What changes do you notice when someone’s actual words are reported? Discuss and say whether the following statements are true or false. When a sentence is reported: 1. There is always a change in the order of the words. 2. It becomes more formal.3. Speech marks are not used. 4. The meaning changes totally. 5. The imperative mood changes into ‘to infinitive’ (to + verb). 6. There is no change in the pronouns
• Describe Mikali’s experiences in the Armenian camp and the Anatolian camp. What difference do you notice?
• Suppose you are the convenor of the Publicity Committee. What can you do to ensure community support? 1. Prepare posters. 2. …… 3. …… 4. ……
• Suggest a few precautionary measures to reduce the adverse effects of such calamities.
• In certain cases, people are given some precautionary measures. A few warnings related to earthquake are given in the boxes.Prepare a few warnings to be given to avoid the spread of epidemics in the camp
• Who had so badly chosen the moment to appear on the earth?