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1.2 On Saying ‘Please’ On Saying "Please" is really worth reading to bring a change in our social behaviour. Here, one can enjoy the writer's meticulous  selection of vocabulary  and complex structures. It sets a challenge  in front of the readers to find contextual references of the words and phrases. Title: The title ‘On Saying ‘Please’ gives us a hint that the topic is related to manners. We should know the importance of saying ‘ please’ to others. Good manners make us a socially accepted . It  brings about healthy relationship between individuals. New words:- Undoubtedly - known for certain to be so Discourtesy - not polite, rudeness assault and battery - an attack which includes not only threats but the actual use of violence burglar - thief who breaks into houses shops etc with the intention of stealing retaliate - to do something bad to someone who has done something bad to you assailant - an attacker legislate - to make a law or laws viole

*Speech on Science and  Superstitions*  Exuberant good morning to one  and all. Honourable President, Respected Principal, my colleagues and my dear students.Today,we are living in the 21st century,in the modern era which is known as the age of science and technology.Today, science has made a wonderful progress in all walks of life.Though we are living in this scientific age ,still there are so many superstitions in our Indian society.  What is superstition? Yes, superstition means  a belief in supernatural forces.It means blind belief.   Most of the people in our society become the victims of superstition. Many Indian social reformers, such as Mahatma Phule ,Rajaram Mohan Roy, Pt.Iswarchandra Vidyasagar and many more tried to eradicate the evil customs and superstitions from the society. Saints like Rastrasant Tukodoji Maharaj and Gadge Maharaj also tried to eliminate the superstitions from the society through their literature , Chantings , Bhajans and Pravachans. To kill hens,

1.2 On Saying ‘Please’ On Saying "Please" is really worth reading to bring a change in our social behaviour. Here, one can enjoy the writer's meticulous  selection of vocabulary  and complex structures. It sets a challenge  in front of the readers to find contextual references of the words and phrases. Title: The title ‘On Saying ‘Please’ gives us a hint that the topic is related to manners. We should know the importance of saying ‘ please’ to others. Good manners make us a socially accpeted person. It makes healthy relationship between individuals. New words:- Undoubtedly - known for certain to be so Discourtesy - not polite, rudeness assault and battery - an attack which includes not only threats but the actual use of violence burglar - thief who breaks into houses shops etc with the intention of stealing retaliate - to do something bad to someone who has done something bad to you assailant - an attacker legislate - to make a law or laws violence

(ii) Spot the errors in each of the following sentences and correct the incorrect ones. (a) Radha brought pens and distributed them between her five children. (b) Jayshree and Sujata sat besides each other in complete silence. (c) His best friend Vijay was blind within one eye. (d) One could dare to encroach on     his rights. (e) She was taken with surprise when she saw the famous Taj Mahal. (f) It is not possible to exchange the goods once the sale has been completed. (g) Dr. Sengupta has been trying to master the craft for the last five years. (h) The top-ranking candidates will be appointed in senior jobs in banks. (i) She knows very well what is expected from her but she is unable to perform. (j) They will put on a note in this regard for your consideration. Answers. (a) Radha brought pens and distributed them among  her five children . (b) Jayshree and Sujata sat beside  each other in complete silence. (c) His best friend Vijay was blind in one eye. (d) One

1.3 The Cop and the Anthem The title of the text: The title does not give any clear idea of the content. Cop and Anthem are just nouns. The word ‘Cop’ stands for a policeman and ‘Anthem’ for a religious song or a prayer mostly sung in a church. We can just imagine that the text is related to the police and the religious song. If we go through the text, we will get the clear idea about the text. ICE BREAKERS 1) Suppose you have gone to a place where the winter season is very severe, suggest the ways in which you would protect yourself in the cold climate. Answer: Ways to protect from cold climate: a) To wear woolen clothes. b) To do exercise and keep body warm                            c) To sit near bonfire.          d) To drink hot drinks and soups. e) To use room heaters f) To take steam bath g) To stay inside the closed room 2) When you see a cop approaching, you feel either ‘relieved’ or ‘scared’. Give the situations when you felt ‘relieved’ or ‘scar