NCERT Class 6 English Honeysuckle Unit 7 (Free PDF)

NCERT Class 6 English Honeysuckle Unit 7 is a collection of a story- “Fair Play” and a poem – “Vocation”. The story is a retold version of prose by Premchand. Whereas, the poetry is written by Rabindranath Tagore. The story is classified into 3 parts. All the parts of the story and the poem are summarised in these notes. Additionally, we have also provided NCERT solutions for all writing questions following the “Fair Play” and “Vocation”. You can use the summaries for a better understanding of the text and the poetry. Also, you can use the answers in your unit tests and term exams. 

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NCERT Class 6 English Honeysuckle Unit 7 Story: Fair Play

This story is about two friends, Jumman and Algu. They were very close and helped each other’s families when one of them was away. Jumman’s old aunt gave him some property, but later, Jumman and his family treated her badly. She asked for a little money to have her own kitchen, but Jumman refused.

The aunt went to the panchayat for help. Some people advised her to make up with Jumman, but Algu, their friend, decided to speak the truth at the council. He became the Panch or the head of the panchayat for this case. At the panchayat, both Jumman and his aunt explained their sides. Algu and the panchayat decided that Jumman should give his aunt some money each month, or the property would go back to her.

Later, Algu had a problem with a bullock he sold, and it died. He asked for money, but the buyer refused. The buyer was a cart driver of the village- Samjhu Sahu. They went to the panchayat again, and this time, the buyer suggested Jumman to be the Panchl. Jumman remembered his duty as a Panch. He decided that the buyer should pay Algu for the bullock because it wasn’t Algu’s fault it died. Algu was very happy and thanked the panchayat.

Afterward, Jumman realized he shouldn’t have been enemies with Algu. They hugged and forgave each other. They learned that justice is more important than friendship or enmity.

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Important Words and Phrases and Their Meanings

This section includes the meanings of all important words and phrases in the NCERT Class 6 English Honeysuckle Unit 7 story. 

• Became indifferent: Stopped caring
• Grudged: Envy
• Swallowed these insults: To accept or tolerate disrespect without any question
• Make it up: Resolve a fight or disagreement or stop fighting/quarrelling
• Mum: To be quiet
• Nominate: Select, suggest, or propose a person for some task
• Abide by: Follow or accept
• Seldom: Sometimes or rarely
• Tight spot: Difficult situation
• Deviate: Divert or move away

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NCERT Solutions Class 6 English Honeysuckle Unit 7 Story

Herein our subject experts have answered all the questions in Working with the Text, Writing, and Dictation sections of the CBSE Class 6 English Honeysuckle textbook Unit 7’s story. 

Working with the Text

Ques A. Match the sentences in Column I with those in Column II:

COLUMN I	COLUMN II
Jumman and Algu were the best of friends.	a. He believed that his friends would never go against him.
Jumman’s aunt transferred her property to him.	b. She wanted justice.
The aunt decided to appeal to the panchayat.	c. In the absence of one, the other took care of his family.
Algu was unwilling to support the aunt.	d. The condition was that he would be responsible for her welfare.
Jumman was very happy to hear Algu’s name as head Panch.	e. The bond of friendship between him and Jumman was very strong.

Ans:

COLUMN I	COLUMN II
Jumman and Algu were the best of friends.	c. In the absence of one, the other took care of his family.
Jumman’s aunt transferred her property to him.	d. The condition was that he would be responsible for her welfare.
The aunt decided to appeal to the panchayat.	b. She wanted justice.
Algu was unwilling to support the aunt.	e. The bond of friendship between him and Jumman was very strong.
Jumman was very happy to hear Algu’s name as head Panch.	a. He believed that his friends would never go against him.

Ques B. Who says this to whom and why?

1. “My wife knows best how to run the house.”
2. “But is it right, my son, to keep mum and not say what you consider just and fair?”
3. “What have you to say in your defence?”
4. “I can’t pay you a penny for the wretched beast you sold me.”
5. “Victory to the panchayat. This is justice.”

Ans:

1. Jumman said this to his aunt when she asked for a monthly allowance.
2. Jumman’s aunt said this to Algu when he was hesitant to go against his friend Jumman.
3. Algu said this to Jumman when Algu was nominated the Panch in Jumman’s aunt’s case. He was asking Jumman to tell his side of the story.
4. Samjhu Sahu said this to Algu when the bullock that he had bought from Algu died within a month of buying. Sahu had not paid for the bullock to Algu.
5. Algu tells this to the people sitting during the panchayat when Jumman gives a fair judgment.

Ques C. Answer the following questions:

1. “Then the situation changed.” What is being referred to?
2. When Jumman’s aunt realized that she was not welcome in his house, what arrangement did she suggest?
3. What was the villagers’ reaction when the aunt explained her case to them?
4. Why was Jumman happy over Algu’s nomination as head Panch?
5. “God lives in the heart of the Panch” the aunt said. What did she mean?
6. What was Algu’s verdict as head Panch? How did Jumman take it?
7. Algu found himself in a tight spot. What was his problem?
8. Why was Algu upset over Jumman’s nomination as head Panch?
9. What was Jumman’s verdict as head Panch? How did Algu take it?
10. Which of the following sums up the story best?

1. “I know that you will not kill your conscience for the sake of friendship.”
2. “ Let no one deviate from the path of justice and truth for friendship or enmity”.
3. “The voice of the Panch is the voice of God”.

           Give a reason for your choice.

Ans:

1. The aunt’s circumstances in Jumman’s home changed. She was cared for earlier, but then the situation changed, and she experienced ill-treatment.
2. She recommended that since she could no longer take the insult, Jumman provided her with a monthly allowance. She desired her own kitchen.
3. In order to present her cause and gain their support, Jumman’s aunt visited several villagers. However, some expressed pity while others made fun of her. Some suggested that she should make up with Jumman.
4. Jumman and Algu were best of friends. Jumman therefore hoped for a favourable judgement. He naturally became happy when the aunt chose Algu to serve as head Panch.
5. The aunt meant that once seated as a Panch, a person becomes impartial and like God. He is not influenced by his own preferences. He is incapable of doing wrong. He is the agent of God.
6. As the Panch, Algu ruled that Jumman must either pay a monthly allowance to his aunt or return back her property. Jumman was surprised by the judgement and became Algu’s enemy. Therefore, he decided to avenge Algu.
7. Village cartman Samjhu Sahu bought the bullock from Algu. Within a month, Sahu committed to pay the cost. But throughout this time, he overworked the bullock because of which it died. Sahu started to lie. He objected to paying money to Algu and held him responsible for the death of the bullock.
8. Algu was upset because Jumman had already become his enemy after the aunt’s case. So he thought Jumman might take revenge. 
9. Jumman’s decision was that Sahu would have to pay the price of the bullock to Algu the bullock. Because the bullock was healthy and whole when Sahu bought it from Algu. This was a fair play. Algu accepted it with joy and declared that the panchayat had won.
10. Option b. “ Let no one deviate from the path of justice and truth for friendship or enmity”.

Working with Language

Ques A. Replace the italicized part of the below-mentioned sentences with an appropriate word/phrase from the table below. You can also make other changes if required.

1. The best way to avoid an unnecessary argument is to remain silent.
2. Unfortunately, the train I was trying to catch was canceled.
3. He has been told not to take risks while driving a car through a crowded street.
4. The patient needs to be properly taken care of.
5. Why don’t the two of you end your quarrel by shaking hands?
6. I was in a difficult situation till my friends came to my rescue.
7. When I saw a pile of dirty dishes, I felt very disappointed.
8. I will examine the matter carefully before commenting on it.
9. They criticised him in the meeting but he accepted without protest all the criticism.
10. It will free me from worry to know that I had done nothing wrong.

Look after	swallow	Make it up	Keep mum	Go into
Ease one’s conscience	As ill luck would have it	A tight spot	Take chances	My heart sank

Ans:

1. The best way to avoid an unnecessary argument is to keep mum.
2. As ill luck would have it, the train I was trying to catch was canceled.
3. He has been told not to take chances while driving a car through a crowded street.
4. He has been told not to take chances while driving a car through a crowded street.
5. The patient needs to be properly looked after.
6. Why don’t the two of you make it up by shaking hands?
7. I was in a tight spot till my friends came to my rescue.
8. When I saw a pile of dirty dishes, my heart sank.
9.  I will go into the matter carefully before commenting on it.
10. They criticized him in the meeting but he swallowed all the criticism.
11. It will ease my conscience to know that I had done nothing wrong.

Ques B. Look at the following phrases and their meanings. Use the phrases in the table below to fill in the blanks in the following sentences.

PHRASES	MEANINGS
Set up	Put in place or start
Set aside	Save or keep for a particular purpose
Set down	Write or record
Set out	Start on a journey
Set in	Begin and seem likely to continue

1. Why don’t you _______________ your ideas on paper?
2. A fund has been_______________ for the soldiers’ families.
3. We should_______________ a little money every month.
4. You should buy some woollens before winter_________.
5. They____________ on the last stage of their journey.

Ans:

1. Set down
2. Set up
3. Set aside 
4. Set in
5. Set out

Dictation

Ques. Write 1 antonym for each of the following words:

1. Old
2. Wet
3. Open
4. Blunt 
5. Forget 

Ans: 

1. New
2. Dry
3. Close
4. Sharp
5. Remember 

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NCERT Class 6 English Honeysuckle Unit 7 Poem: Vocation

Now, let us have a look at the summary of Rabindranath Tagore’s poem “Vocation” in the NCERT Class 6 English Honeysuckle Unit 7. Also, get NCERT solutions for questions following the poem. 

Summary of Poem: Vocation

This poem by Rabindranath Tagore expresses the poet’s imaginative desire to experience the carefree and unhurried lives of three different people: a hawker, a gardener, and a watchman.

The poem starts with the poet hearing a gong at ten in the morning, signalling the start of his day. He observes a hawker selling crystal bangles every day as he walks to school. The hawker’s life is shown as a relaxed one. Also, the poet thinks the hawker is in no hurry to reach anywhere or his home. The hawker’s freedom inspires the poet. Therefore, he wishes he could live such a carefree life.

Whereas, in the afternoon, when the poet returns from school around four, he sees a gardener at work. The gardener is depicted as someone who enjoys his job thoroughly. He digs in the garden with his spade. He is not concerned about getting dirty or dusty. Also, nobody supervises him or looks after his task. The poet is in awe of the gardener’s commitment to his work. Therefore,  he desires to be in the gardener’s shoes, enjoying the simple pleasures of gardening.

Thereafter, in the evening, the poet’s mother sends him to bed. This is when he observes a watchman through his open window. The watchman’s duty is to patrol the dark and lonely lane. The streetlamp, described as a giant with a single red eye, lights up the area. The watchman carries a lantern, and he walks alongside his shadow. His job requires him to stay awake all night, never experiencing the comfort of sleep. The poet is fascinated by the hardships and duties of the watchman. Thus, he expresses a wish to be the watchman, chasing shadows with a lantern.

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NCERT Solutions Class 6 English Honeysuckle Unit 7 Poem

Let us have a look at the answers to questions in the poetry section of NCERT Class 6 English Honeysuckle Unit 7.

Working with the Poem

Ques 1. Answer the following questions:

1. Who is the speaker in the poem? Who are the people the speaker meets? What are they doing?
2. What wishes does the child in the poem make? Why does the child want to be a hawker, a gardener, or a watchman? Pick out the lines in each stanza, which tell us this.
3. From the way the child envies the hawker, the gardener and the watchman, we can guess that there are many things the child has to do, or must not do.

Make a list of the do’s and don’ts that the child doesn’t like. The first line is done for you.

The child must	The child must not
come home at a fixed time.	get his clothes dirty in the dust

Now add to the list your own complaints about the things you have to do, or must not do.

Ans:

The child must	The child must not
Go to bed early	Be impolite to others
Go to school on time	Keep their room untidy
Respect teachers and parents	Ignore household chore
Learn a sport	Go outside in dark and lonely streets

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