Question 3 of 22intermediate🔍 AnalyzeShort Answer8 marks

Find the paragraph(s) and sentences in the text that evoke the feelings given below.

(1)

feeling of wonder

Answer

Paragraph 6, Page 3: 'The construction of this monument started in April 2018 and was completed in February 2019... it is spread over 40 acres of land near the iconic India Gate.' Also Paragraph 11, Page 6-7: 'The National War Memorial consists of four concentric circles... Isn't it amazing!'

(2)

heartening

Answer

Paragraph 8, Page 3: 'It was heartening to know that our government has recognised the sacrifice of brave soldiers.'

(3)

sense of motivation

Answer

Paragraph 9, Page 4: 'Then the teacher shared with us the citation of Param Vir Chakra awardee Lance Naik Albert Ekka. It touched my heart and also motivated me.' Also Paragraph 15, Page 8: 'It motivated me to live a life worthy of the sacrifices of our heroes.'

(4)

pride

Answer

Paragraph 13, Page 5: 'It truly is a majestic site that filled me with pride for our nation.'

(5)

visually inspiring

Answer

Paragraph 15, Page 7: 'The overall environment created an emotive experience that was visually inspiring.'

(6)

sadness

Answer

Paragraph 16, Page 7: 'I also have to admit that the various discourses during the day brought tears to my eyes. It was sad to think about the massive devastation and loss of life caused by wars.'

(7)

gratitude

Answer

Paragraph 2, Page 2: 'They fought to protect our country and sacrificed their lives so that we could lead our lives in peace.' Also Letter II, Page 10: 'In my view, it is also an expression of deep gratitude for the supreme sacrifice made by our brave soldiers.'

(8)

inspiration

Answer

Paragraph 9, Page 4: 'I aspire to be courageous like him when I join the army!' Also Letter II, Page 10: 'I feel motivated and I am seriously thinking of joining the Armed Forces to serve my motherland.'

Explanation

(1) The description of the National War Memorial's construction, size, and structure evokes wonder and amazement. (2) The sentence explicitly uses the word 'heartening' when describing the government's recognition of soldiers' sacrifices. (3) The chapter explicitly mentions motivation from reading about brave soldiers' citations and sacrifices. (4) The writer explicitly expresses pride when describing the Amar Jawan Jyoti and the obelisk. (5) The sentence directly describes the environment at the National War Memorial as visually inspiring. (6) The writer explicitly expresses sadness when reflecting on the devastation and loss of life from wars. (7) The text expresses gratitude for the sacrifices of soldiers that enable citizens to live in peace. (8) The chapter shows how the stories of brave soldiers inspire both Soumya and Ananda to serve the nation.