Chap. Neem Baba: Question and Answers Class 6 NCERT Book Poorvi

NCERT Class ^ English textbook ‘Poorvi” Chapter “Neem Baba” Questions and answers are shared here to help students and teachers. Click here for more such study- resources. Also see Notes on ‘Neem Baba’ chapter class 6.

Intext-Questions & Answers (Chap. Neem Baba)

Such questions are interspersed within and alongside the main text of the chapter as ‘Let us do’ or ‘Let us discuss’ activity exercises. Answers to these questions are provided here for the lesson ‘Neem Baba’.

Let us do these activities before we read. – (Page 75)

1. A tree is useful to us in many ways. Mention some of these uses. Write them in the picture given below.

Answer: Uses of a Tree:

Here are some ideas to fill in the blank spaces in the first picture about the uses of a tree:

• Trees provide oxygen
• Trees give us fruits
• Trees provide shade
• Wood from trees is used for making furniture

2. Neem is a common tree in our country. Discuss in groups of four and fill Columns A and B with what you know about the neem tree and what you want to know.

Answer: Neem Tree Discussion:

Column A: What do you know?

• Neem trees have medicinal properties.
• Neem leaves are used to make herbal medicines.
• Neem oil is used to treat skin problems.
• Neem branches are sometimes used as toothbrushes in villages.

Column B: What do you want to know?

• How does neem help in making medicines?
• What parts of the neem tree are used in traditional remedies?
• How can we plant and take care of a neem tree?

Let us discuss – (Page 77-78)

Amber found many facts about the neem tree from Neem Baba. Fill up the fact sheet based on what Neem Baba told her.

Answer:

LET US KNOW OUR NEEM

• Common name:
  Neem
  Given by:
  Iranians
• Period of birth:
  Millions of years ago
• Born at:
  North India or Myanmar
• Found in:
  Many Asian and African countries, and some parts of America
• Common names:
  Nimb, Nim, Leemba, Nimori, Nimbamond, Nimbe, Nimo
• Names given by scientists:
  1. Bitter grace of God
  2. Nature’s gift to man
• Names given by others:
  1. Magic tree
  2. Cleanliness-parting tree

Let us discuss – (Page 80)

1. How is neem useful to farmers?
2. Mention some of the uses of the neem tree.

Answers:

A1. How is neem useful to farmers?

• Neem seed powder, when mixed with water and sprayed on plants, keeps locusts from eating them.
• It helps stop mosquitoes from breeding in rice fields where water remains standing.
• It protects crops from termites, which eat the roots, and other insects that harm the crops.
• Using neem powder increases crop yield and saves the crops from pests.

A2. Mention some of the uses of the neem tree.

• People clean their teeth with neem twigs and protect clothes with neem leaves.
• Neem leaves, bark, flowers, fruits, and roots are used to make medicines to cure various diseases.
• Neem seed powder protects stored grains from insects.
• Neem oil is used to make soaps and toothpaste.
• Furniture made from neem wood is resistant to termites.
• Neem helps purify the air and has many undiscovered uses.

Neem Baba Textbook Exercise Q&A

Let us think and reflect

Q 1. You just read about the Neem tree. Write any two facts that surprised you the most.

Answer:

• Neem seed powder can stop mosquitoes from breeding in stagnant water.
• Neem furniture is resistant to termites, which makes it long-lasting.

Q 2. Complete the following sentences.

Answer:

• (a) The old man asked Amber to call him Neem Baba because he was very old and had been around for a long time.
• (b) Neem seed powder protects crops from termites and other harmful insects.
• (c) Using neem seed powder is a cost-effective method to stop mosquitoes from breeding in stagnant water.
• (d) One reason why doctors advise us to use neem leaves for someone suffering from measles is because neem leaves stop germs from spreading and reduce itching.

Q 3. Why can Neem Baba not remember the year when he was born?

Answer: Neem Baba cannot remember the year when he was born because he is millions of years old, and his family has existed for a very long time, much before people started keeping records of such things.

Q. 4. Which parts of the neem tree are used to make medicines?

Answer: The leaves, bark, flowers, fruits, and even roots of the neem tree are used to make medicines.

Let us learn

(See the book at Page No 81 for the full questions)

1. Study these words from the text.
• something • neem oil • cleanliness-parting
• well known • grandmother • seed powder
• childhood • well trained • thought-provoking
Put the compound words given above in their trees.

Answers: From the text, the compound words provided can be categorized into the three types as follows:

Open Compound Words:

1. Neem oil
2. Seed powder
3. Well trained
4. Thought-provoking

Closed Compound Words:

1. Something
2. Childhood
3. Grandmother

Hyphenated Compound Words:

1. Cleanliness-parting
2. Thought-provoking

Additional Examples to Add:

Open Compound Words:

• High school
• Ice cream

Closed Compound Words:

• Notebook
• Sunflower

Hyphenated Compound Words:

• Self-esteem
• Long-term

2. Words that tell us what a person is doing are called verbs. In the table given below, match the verbs in the first column showing action in the present to verbs in the second column showing action in the past. Make a sentence with any one form of the verb. One has been done for you.

Answer: Here’s the completed table with matching verbs and an example sentence:

Example sentence (using one verb form):

• Scientists discovered a new species.

Here are some more sentences using the verbs from the table:

1. Find – Found
   • Present: I find it hard to wake up early in the morning.
   • Past: I found my lost notebook under the bed.
2. Make – Made
   • Present: I make my bed every morning before school.
   • Past: My mother made delicious pancakes for breakfast.
3. Discover – Discovered
   • Present: They discover new ideas when they work together.
   • Past: He discovered an old photograph in the attic.
4. Tell – Told
   • Present: I tell my friend a joke every day.
   • Past: My grandmother told me a bedtime story.
5. Give – Gave
   • Present: I give my brother a gift on his birthday.
   • Past: She gave her teacher a beautiful card.

3. Neem Baba speaks to Amber as if he is a person. This figure of speech is called personification. Let us look at some more examples.
• The leaves whispered in the wind.
• The flowers danced merrily in the breeze.
Now, discuss it with your classmates and teacher.

Answer: Personification is a literary device where human qualities are given to non-human things, making them seem alive or capable of human actions.

Here is an analysis of the examples given in the question.

1. “The leaves whispered in the wind” – the leaves are described as if they can whisper like people.
2. “The flowers danced merrily in the breeze” – the flowers are described as if they can dance with happiness.

In the story, Neem Baba speaks to Amber as if he is a person, which is another example of personification. This makes the neem tree seem alive and able to communicate, which helps make the story more interesting and engaging.

Here are a few questions you (students) could discuss with your classmates and teacher:

• Why do you think authors use personification in stories?
• Can you think of other examples of personification from stories you’ve read or from nature?
• How does personification change the way you think about the neem tree in the story?

Let us listen

You will now listen to a boy speaking to his mother. As you listen, select the correct statements. (refer to page 101 for transcript)
(a) The mother was surprised to know that Peepal Baba had planted trees all over the country.
(b) The mother disliked the work being done by Peepal Baba.
(c) The mother wanted to know more about Peepal Baba.
(d) The boy decided to take care of trees by listening to Peepal Baba’s journey.
(e) The boy was worried about what his teacher had told him.

Answers: The correct statements are (c) and (d).

(a) The mother was surprised to know that Peepal Baba had planted trees all over the country.
Answer: False. The mother did not express surprise; she was supportive of his work.

(b) The mother disliked the work being done by Peepal Baba.
Answer: False. The mother admired Peepal Baba and thought he was doing great work.

(c) The mother wanted to know more about Peepal Baba.
Answer: True. The mother asked who Peepal Baba was and wanted to know more about him.

(d) The boy decided to take care of trees by listening to Peepal Baba’s journey.
Answer: True. Rahul agreed with his mother that they must plant more trees and encourage others to do the same.

(e) The boy was worried about what his teacher had told him.
Answer: False. Rahul was not worried; he was excited to share what he learned from his teacher.

Let us write

You have read about Neem Baba and learnt many things about the neem tree. Look at the trees in your neighbourhood and write a paragraph about any one tree that you like.
• Where it is (roadside/park, etc
• How it looks (height, tree trunk, leaves, flowers, etc.)
• Why you like it (shade, medicinal properties, shelter, beauty, etc.)
• Give a title to your paragraph.

Answer: Here is a sample paragraph about a banyan tree.

The Majestic Banyan Tree

In the corner of our neighbourhood park stands a majestic banyan tree. Its enormous height and wide-spreading branches make it a stunning sight. The trunk is thick and rough, with roots hanging down like natural ropes, creating a unique and fascinating appearance. Its dense green leaves provide ample shade, making it the perfect spot to rest on hot summer afternoons. Birds chirp from its branches, and children often play around its roots. I love this tree not only for its beauty and shade but also because it symbolizes strength and resilience. The banyan tree is truly the heart of our park, bringing life and joy to everyone around it.

Let us explore

When people from Persia came to India and saw that a common tree of their country was freely growing here, they started calling the tree Azad Darakhte Hindi. So, the scientific name of Neem in Latin became Azadirachta indica.

Neem has different names in the Indian languages. Discuss with your teacher and find out which Indian languages these names belong to.

Answer: Given below is the list of names and their associated languages:

Let us speak

Answer: It is activity exercise that students themselves should do. But here we are giving some hints and suggestions to complete this activity:

Here’s a step-by-step guide for your activity on collecting dry leaves, making identification cards, and presenting your findings to the class:

1. Leaf Collection and Card Creation

Materials Needed:

• Four different dry leaves from various trees/plants
• Cardstock or thick paper for the cards
• Colored pencils or markers
• Glue (optional)
• Scissors (if needed)

Steps:

1. Collect Dry Leaves:
   • Go outside and look for dry leaves from four different trees or plants. Make sure to pick leaves that are easily identifiable.
2. Create Identification Cards:
   • For each leaf, take a piece of cardstock or thick paper and fold it in half to create a card.
   • On the front of the card, draw the shape of the leaf by observing its outline. You can use colored pencils or markers to color the leaf to make it look nice.
   • Inside the card, write down the name of the tree/plant from which the leaf was taken and include one of its uses. For example:
     • Tree/Plant Name: Neem
     • Use: Leaves can be used to make herbal medicine.

2. Presentation in Class

• When it’s your turn to speak, share your experience by following these points:
  • Explain how you collected the leaves and why you chose those specific trees/plants.
  • Describe the process of making the card: how you drew the leaf shape, colored it, and what information you included inside.
  • Mention any interesting facts you learned about the trees/plants during your research.

3. Class Interaction

• After your presentation, hold up one of your cards and ask your classmates if they can identify the leaf and its source.
• Once they have made their guesses, open the card to reveal the name of the tree/plant and share the use you wrote down.

Example:

• Leaf Name: Mango
• Use: Mango leaves can be used to make herbal teas that aid digestion.