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A simple sentence has one subject and one predicate. It has a single clause.
A compound sentence has at least two subjects and two predicates. It has at least two
independent clauses that are joined by a coordinating conjunction.
A complex sentence has at least two subjects and two predicates. It has one independent
clause and at least one dependent clause that are joined by a subordinating conjunction.
G. Write S for Simple sentences, C for Complex sentences and Co for Compound
sentences.
1. Raman was singing classical songs and also doing Kathak side by side.
2. Janet has a pet labrador but she wants a hamster as well.
3. Ruhi loves her brother.
4. We missed the Air India flight as we reached late.
5. Geetu’s mother works for the Indian railways.
6. She stopped when she saw the old man.
7. Can you please help her and take her to the hospital?
8. She was reading while all her friends were busy gossiping.
Write Well Creative Writing
J. Write a few sentences about how you imagine the garden and the cherry
tree in different seasons, such as winter, spring, and summer.
Fun Time Integrated with Science
K. Plant a seed of your choice. As you plant it and water it daily, what changes
do you observe in the seed over time? Share your experience with your
classmates.
Listening Text
Rakesh planted the cherry seed in a chosen spot in the garden.
Grandfather directed Rakesh to plant the seed in a shady corner of the garden where it
wouldn’t be disturbed.
Rakesh regularly watered the tree, demonstrating care and attention to its needs.
When a goat ate the leaves, Grandfather reassured Rakesh, saying cherry trees are tough,
indicating their commitment to protecting the tree.
Despite setbacks like the goat and a woman cutting it in two, Grandfather encouraged Rakesh
and reassured him that the tree would recover.
Rakesh observed the tree’s growth, even when it seemed slow, and appreciated its progress.
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