The Long Voyage - Unit 4 More Reading WORKSHEET 1

GulMohar: Reader 3

Marco Polo was an Italian who became famous for his travels through Asia about five hundred years ago. He was one of the first persons from Europe to travel into Mongolia, China, India and Africa. In his book, The Travels of Marco Polo he describes the story of his travels along the Silk Road to China;the Silk Road was the oldest trade route to China and the book was the most important account of the world outside Europe at that time. It served to encourage the people of Europe to trade with China and the Far East and explorers like Columbus looked for easy ways to sail to China and India. Marco Polo was born in Venice, Italy around 1254. In 1271, when he was 17 years old, he left for Asia with his father and uncle. On this journey, he became a favorite of Kublai Khan, the Mongol Emperor. He roamed through Mongolia and China for 17 years. He travelled farther into China than anyone from Europe had ever been. He also travelled to India and Africa. Finally, he went to Persia and then returned home. In all, he spent 24 years away from home!

When he returned to Venice in 1295, he became a popular storyteller. People gathered at his home to hear stories of his travels in the Far East. People at the time would never have known about other countries, their people and customs if it had not been for the famous traveler Marco Polo.

Understanding the Text A. Read these sentences. Say whether they are true [T] or not true [NT].

1. Marco Polo was Chinese. [ ]

2. He travelled to China, Mongolia, India and Africa. [ ]

3. Marco began his travels at the age of 17. [ ]

4. Marco was accompanied on his travels by his father and his brother. [ ]

5. Marco was away from home for 24 years. [ ]

B. Answer in a few words.

1. Where was Marco Polo born?

2. Name two countries he visited.

3. Name an explorer who read Marcos book and was encouraged by it.

4. Which Mongol emperors favourite did Marco Polo become?

5. What is the name of the book Marco Polo wrote?

Structures WORKSHEET 2 a Comparatives Use the right form of the word in brackets to complete each sentence. You may have to add the word the or more before the word or than after the word in some sentences. 1. These flowers are than those.(pretty)

2. Ramu is than his brother is.(intelligent)

3. Sheela was feeling unwell but is feeling after eating the medicine.(good)

4. They make cars in the world.(fast)

5. My hand writing is her writing. (neat)

WORKSHEET 2 b Look at the price list at the bakery. Then answer the questions.

Cakes & Bakes Buns (4 pcs) 20.00 Bread 18.00 Chocolate cake 60.00 Coffee cake 55.00 Carrot cake 70.00 Bread sticks 15.00

1. What is the cheapest item on the menu?

2. Which is the most expensive cake?

3. Which cake is cheaper than the carrot cake but more expensive than the coffee cake?
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4. Which is more expensive a loaf of bread or a packet of buns?

5. What do you think is the best thing on the menu?

Words in Use WORKSHEET 3 a Homonyms Look at the words in italics in these sentences. Each of these words has more than one meaning. Choose the right meaning of the word in each sentence. Circle it.

1. The teacher will train them for the exam. train: a. a railway engine connected to carriages b. to teach someone to prepare them for a job or activity

2. She used all the paint in the can to paint the door. can: a. a metal container for storing food, drink or paint b. to be able to or to be allowed to do something

3. She carried a large wooden stick to protect herself. stick: a. a long, thin wooden pole b. to fix something using glue

4. We decided to tap on the window pane to attract her attention. tap: a. a handle that is fixed to a pipe or container to control the flow of liquid b. to hit someone or something gently

5. The queen wore a beautiful ring with a sparkling jewel in it. ring: a. a circle b. something often made of silver or gold that you wear on your finger c. the sound made by a bell

WORKSHEET 3 b Make two sentences with each word. The word should have a different meaning in each sentence. fine:
1. .. ..

2.

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hard:
1. .. ..

2.

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Dictionary Work WORKSHEET 4 Read the word. Draw a picture of the word in the box. Then look at the meaning in the dictionary and write it. toy

meaning:
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bucket

meaning:

....

flower

meaning:

....

Writing WORKSHEET 5 A. Complete this dialogue between Rahul and his mother.

Rahul: Mother: Rahul:

Can I go out to , Ma? Have you finished your ? No, I . I first play and then complete my homework?

Mother:

I dont think that is a very idea. You are tired after you play and then you find it to do your homework.

Rahul:

Alright then. I will finish my homework and then go out to play.

B. Answer these questions about your school. Use the words in brackets as hints.

1. What is the name of your school?

2. Where is your school?(the name of the street and city)

3. Which classes does your school have?

4. Which class are you in?

5. What are the subjects you study in school?

6. Which is your favourite subject?

7. Do you like going to school? Say why.

Answers More Reading WORKSHEET 1 Understanding the Text A. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. B. 1. Where was Marco Polo born? Venice 2. Name two countries he visited. China and India 3. Name an explorer who read Marcos book and was encouraged by it. Columbus 4. Which Mongol emperors favourite did Marco Polo become? Kublai Khan 5. What is the name of the book Marco Polo wrote? The Travels of Marco Polo Structure WORKSHEET 2 a Comparatives 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. These flowers are prettier than those.(pretty) Ramu is more intelligent than his brother is.(intelligent) Sheela was unwell but is feeling better after eating the medicine.(good) They make the fastest cars in the world.(fast) My hand writing is neater than her writing. (neat) Marco Polo was Chinese. [ NT ] He travelled to China, Mongolia, India and Africa. [ T ] Marco began his travels at the age of 17. [ T ] Marco was accompanied on his travels by his father and his brother. [ NT ] Marco was away from home for 24 years. [ T ]

WORKSHEET 2 b

1. What is the cheapest item on the menu? The cheapest item on the menu is bread sticks. 2. Which is the most expensive cake? The carrot cake is the most expensive cake.

3. Which cake is cheaper than the carrot cake but more expensive than the coffee cake? The chocolate cake is cheaper than the carrot cake but more expensive than the coffee cake.

4. Which is more expensive a loaf of bread or a packet of buns? A packet of buns is more expensive than a loaf of bread.

5. What do you think is the best thing on the menu? Individual response: The best thing on the menu is.

Words in Use WORKSHEET 3 a Homonyms 1. The teacher will train them for the exam. train: b. to teach someone to prepare them for a job or activity

2. She used all the paint in the can to paint the door. can: a. a metal container for storing food, drink or paint

3. She carried a large wooden stick to protect herself. stick: a. a long, thin wooden pole

4. We decided to tap on the window pane to attract her attention. tap: b. to hit someone or something gently

5. The queen wore a beautiful ring with a sparkling jewel in it. ring: b. something often made of silver or gold that you wear on your finger

WORKSHEET 3 b Sentences with the word in which the meaning are the following: fine: 1. very good, excellent 2. very thin

hard: 1. firm, not soft 2. difficult, not easy

Dictionary Work WORKSHEET 4 toy meaning: something that children play with bucket meaning: a container with a handle for holding or carrying water or other liquid flower meaning: the coloured part of a plant that lasts for a short time and from which seeds form

Writing WORKSHEET 5 A. Rahul: Mother: Rahul: Can I go out to play, Ma? Have you finished your homework/work? No, I havent. Could/ Can/May I first play and then complete my homework? Mother: I dont think that is a very good idea. You are tired after you play and then you find it hard/difficult to do your homework. Rahul: Alright then. I will finish my homework and then go out to play.

B. Answer these questions about your school. Individual free response.