The World of Limitless Possibilities

Match the highlighted verbs in Column 1 with their functions in Column 2. There are two extra functions that you do not need.

Choose whether the given statements display: fact-opinion or cause-effect. (i) In the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games, I secured the silver medal in the shot-put event. (ii) I feel it was a moment of personal victory and a step forward in changing perceptions.

Select the correct option to complete the sentence. The phrase 'in hindsight' indicates the speaker is ____.

Examine how Dr. Deepa Malik's recognition as one of the 10 most inspirational para-athletes globally contributes to the larger discourse on gender equality in sports.

Change the conversation given above to reported speech.

Work in groups of four. Choose any one of the topics given below and make a presentation.

Work in pairs to identify which of these pairs of sentences show: 1. cause-effect, 2. fact-opinion. Write 1 or 2 in the boxes given.

The Sports Club of your school is organising an Inter-school Athletic Meet. As the Sports Captain, draft a notice in not more than 50 words asking interested students to register themselves for selection in different events. Add all necessary details. Do not forget to design your notice within a box.

Choose the option that lists the words to describe the tone of the speaker.

You will listen to an announcement for special assembly in school. As you listen, fill in the blanks with one or two exact words.

Arrange them on the word cline in increasing order of pace from the slowest to the fastest.

What can be the long-term impact of involving youth in schools and colleges in advocacy with respect to disability?

'Every setback is an opportunity to prove your strength'. How might this be a life lesson for every individual, and not just sportspersons?

State whether the following sentence is true or false. Paralympics is a platform that not only showcases the remarkable abilities of para-athletes but also questions stereotypes.

Match the given phrases in Column 1 with their meanings in Column 2. Use the phrases in sentences of your own.

Choose whether the given statements display: fact-opinion or cause-effect. (i) I was diagnosed with a tumour in my spine. (ii) I had a surgery and was told that I would be bound to a wheelchair for the rest of my life.

Explain how Dr. Malik's achievements challenge societal perceptions.

Rationalise the appropriateness of the title of this text with reference to Dr. Deepa Malik's attitude and achievements.

How might Dr. Deepa Malik's thought, 'ability beyond disability', serve as a guideline for success for all future para-athletes?

What have you learnt from this interview, and how can you implement these learnings in your life?