Class 5 English Chapter 2 The Joy of Helping Question Answer

1. Let’s check how much we have understood. Choose the correct alternative from the following options

(a) The headmaster was talking about

1.  Food damage.     
2. Soil erosion.
3. Earthquake distress.
4. Deforestation.

Ans :- 3. Earthquake distress.

(b) The headmaster sought contribution from teachers and students

1. To help the flood affected people.
2. To organize a function at school.
3. To help earthquake hit people.
4. To go for a picnic.

Ans - 3To help earthquake hit people.

(c) Raju thought of contributing

1. Bread, butter and fruits.
2. Bread, biscuits and fruits.
3. Clothes, water and money.
4. Water, biscuits and bread.

Ans- 2. Bread, biscuits and fruits.

(d) The contributions were carried to the earthquake affected area in

1. A cart.
2. A goods van.
3. A mini truck.
4. A tractor.

Ans -2.A goods van.

(e) The team members of the school felt very

1. Happy to help the people in misery.
2. Funny at helping the people in misery.
3. Sad to help the people in misery.
4. Worried about helping the people in misery.

Ans -1.Happy to help the people in misery.

(f) When we help someone we always feel

1. Miserable.        
2. Happy.
3. Sad.                
4. Funny.

Ans-2. Happy.

2. Arrange the following sentences as it happened in the lesson 

1. Tomorrow, after morning assembly we will collect your contributions.
2. The team members felt very happy to have helped the people in distress.
3. People have lost their homes and belongings.
4. During the lunch break, Nita, Gita, and Raju were discussing their contribution.
5. The goods van and a team of volunteers including Raju and Rita then left for their destination.

Ans- The arranged format will be- 

1. People have lost their homes and belongings.
2. Tomorrow, after the morning assembly we will collect your contributions.
3. During the lunch break, Nita, Gita, and Rita were discussing their contribution.
4. The goods van and a team of volunteers including Raju and Rita then left for their destination.
5. The team members felt very happy to have helped the people in distress.

3. Let’s read, think and write 

(a) While going to school, you find a puppy in a muddy ditch. The puppy has fallen into the ditch and is struggling to come out. What will you do in this situation ? Write three sentences on the action you would take.

Ans -  Upon encountering a puppy stuck in a muddy ditch on my way to school, I would immediately stop and assess the situation. Next, I would carefully approach the puppy, ensuring not to startle or frighten it further. Finally, I would gently lift the puppy out of the ditch, checking for any injuries, and then seek assistance from nearby adults or animal welfare authorities to ensure its safety and well-being.

Also you can write this - 

If I see a puppy stuck in the mud on my way to school, I would stop. I'd go close to the puppy slowly. Then, I'd help the puppy get out of the mud carefully.

(b) One of your friends gets injured in a friendly football match at your school. Write three sentences on how you will help him. 

Ans- If my friend gets hurt during our school football game, I would first ask if they're okay. Then, I'd help them up gently. After that, I'd walk with them to the school nurse for help.

Also you can write this - 

1. First, I'll assess the severity of the injury and ensure that my friend is in a safe position, away from further harm on the field.
2. Then, I'll provide immediate first aid, such as applying ice to reduce swelling or stabilizing any limbs if necessary, while also reassuring my friend and keeping them calm.
3. Finally, I'll help them to seek appropriate medical attention, whether it's contacting the school nurse or calling for emergency services, and stay with them until they receive the necessary care and support.