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प्रश्न
From an Indian history book or Internet find out information about Indian Women (queens) who led battles. (For example, Rani of Jhansi and Rani Karnawati of Mewad). Write any 3 points of similarity and 3 points of contrast between any one of the above Indian Queens and Joan of Arc. Write in your own words.
| Similarities | Contrast |
| a. | a. |
| b. | b. |
| c. | c. |
उत्तर
The Rani of Jhansi and Joan of Arc
| Similarities | Contrast |
| a. Both were courageous women who fought and won battles for their respective nations. | a. Rani of Jhansi was the daughter of a court advisor, while Joan of Arc was a simple peasant girl. |
| b. Both died young; Joan of Arc - 19 years, Rani of Jhansi - 29 years | b. Joan of Arc was burned at the stake (tied to a post and set on fire) by the Burgundians, while Rani of Jhansi was killed in a battle by the British. |
| c. Both were nicknamed Joan -The Maid Laxmibai - Rani of Jhansi | c. Rani Laxmibai was educated and trained in warfare, whereas Joan was not. |
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Pick out from the extract of the play two lines that provide evidence for each of the following.
| Lines | ||
| a. | Her confidence | 1. |
| 2. | ||
| b. | Her courage | 1. |
| 2. | ||
| c. | Her optimism | 1. |
| 2. | ||
| d. | Her determination | 1. |
| 2. | ||
| e. | Her patriotism | 1. |
| 2. |
Read the extract from G. B. Shaw’s play on Joan of Arc and fill in the Tree diagram.
Using the following points, frame a character sketch of Joan of Arc, in your own words. Suggest an attractive title.
- confidence
- courage
- optimism
- determination
- patriotism
From the extract, find what the following is compared to and why:
as easy as ____________
From the extract, find what the following is compared to and why:
as mad as ____________
From the extract, find what the following is compared to and why:
The Dauphin in Chinon is like ________
From the extract, find what the following is compared to and why:
The (enemy) soldiers will be driven away like ___________
From the extract, find what the following is compared to and why:
Joan of Arc is a bit of __________________
Say why? Write it in your notebook.
Joan wanted to meet Captain Squire, OR Explain why Joan wanted to meet Captain Squire.
Say why? Write it in your notebook.
Poulengey, Jack and Dick had offered to accompany Joan.
Say why? Write it in your notebook.
Captain Squire Robert said, “I wash my hands off it.”
From an Indian History Book or Internet find out information about Indian Women (queens) who led battles. (For example, Rani of Jhansi and Rani Karnawati of Mewad). Write 3 points of similarity and 3 points of contrast between any one of the above Indian Queens and Joan of Arc. Write in your own words.
| Similarities | Contrast |
| (a) | (i) |
| (b) | (ii) |
| (c) | (iii) |
Discuss in groups whether you would like to join Armed Forces. Yes/No Say Why? Why not? Each one should give 2 to 3 reasons for their response.
Imagine that you are the captain of your school Kabaddi/Football team. Your final match is against a very strong team. Your team members are sure that they shall lose.
Prepare a short pep-talk of about 60 to 80 words that you would give as a Captain, to encourage your team and make them change their defeated attitude. Write it down in your notebook.
Discuss what areas of work are open for women in the Armed Forces in India.
Joan wanted to meet the Captain squire.
Joan did not ask for many soldiers from the Captain squire.
Poulengey, Jack, and Dick had offered to accompany Joan
French soldiers were always beaten in war.
Captain squire Robert said, “I wash my hands off it.”
Pick out from the play 2 lines that prove the following.
Joan of Arc
Her confidence
Pick out from the play 2 lines that prove the following.
Joan of Arc
Her courage
Pick out from the play 2 lines that prove the following.
Joan of Arc
Her determination
Read the extract from G. B. Shaw’s play on Joan of Arc and fill in the Tree diagram.
Read the following passage and do the activities.
B1. Choose the correct alternative: (2)
- Who does Poulengey command to go to Chinon?
- Polly
- Joan
- Robert
- Soldiers.
- Who do you think is not happy with Poulengey's decision?
- Robert
- Joan
- Polly
- Royals.
- Who do you think is the most happy with Poulengey's decision?
- Robert
- Joan
- Polly
- Royals
- There is something about her", who is 'her' referred to?
- Royals
- Soldier
- Polly
- Joan
| Robert: | (To Poulengey) This may all be nonsense, Polly. But the troops might just be inspired by it though nothing that we say seems to put any fire into them. Even the Dauphin might believe it. And if she can put some fight into him, she can put it into anybody. |
| Poulengey: | (Turning to Joan) Now you, listen to me and don't cut in before I have time to think. Your orders are that you are to go to Chinon under the escort of this gentleman and three of his friends. |
| Joan: | (Radiant, clasping her hands) Oh, thank you, squire! |
| Poulengey: | How is she to get into the royal presence? |
| Robert: | I don't know. How did she get into my presence? I will send her to Chinon and she can say I sent her. Then, let come what may. I can do no more. |
| Joan: | And the dress? I may have a soldier's dress, squire? |
| Robert: | Take what you please. I wash my hands off it. |
| Joan: | (Wildly excited by her success) Come, Polly. (She dashes out). |
| Robert: | (Shaking Poulengey's hand) Goodbye, old man, I am taking a big chance. Few other men would have done it. But as you say, there is something about her. |
| Poulengey: | Yes, there is something about her. Goodbye. |
B2. Why did Joan want a soldier's dress? (2)
B3. Write the synonyms of the following words from the passage. (2)
- guard
- country gentleman
B4. Do as directed: (2)
- Give the adjective for - Inspire and make a sentence with it in reference to the passage.
- Give the adjective for - Please and make a sentence with it in reference to the passage.
B5. Camouflage or disguise is practiced even by the soldiers on the border in the army. Why do you think is it important? (2)
