SSLC KARNATAKA
Subject – English (3rd Language)
Textbook Solution
SUPPLEMENTARY READING
1.The Future is Yours
Summary of the Lesson: ‘The Future is Yours’
In the lesson, Minoo Masani emphasizes the importance of self-discipline and responsibility, especially for the youth of India. He shares a humorous yet insightful story about Rajaji (C. Rajagopalachari) teaching a young ADC (aide-de-camp) a lesson in discipline. Rajaji uses a clever approach to make the young man realize the importance of self-grooming and awareness.
Masani argues that Indians are talented and capable, but often lack discipline and encouragement, which limits their potential. He points out that many Indians achieve great things abroad, where they receive support and opportunities. He urges young people to take charge of India’s future, following wise advice from Abraham Lincoln on responsibility, hard work, and independence.
Glossary
1. Make a mess of something – Be in a state of confusion
2. Young folk – Young men and women
3. Adolescence – The period between ages 13 and 19
4. ADC (Aide-de-Camp) – A police officer assigned to assist a governor
5. Vice – A fault or immoral behavior
6. Pay heed – Give attention to
I. Comprehension questions :
A. Answer the following Questions:
1. How does Rajaji teach a lesson in ‘discipline’ to his young ADC?
Rajaji teaches a lesson in discipline by cleverly making the young ADC realize that he forgot to shave. He tells the young man that he looks sick and should see a doctor, making him realize his mistake when he sees himself in the mirror.
2. Why does Minoo Masani draw the attention of the young man towards the words of Abraham Lincoln?
Minoo Masani draws attention to Abraham Lincoln’s words to emphasize the importance of discipline, responsibility, and taking charge of one’s own success. He wants the youth to understand that these qualities are key to building a better future for themselves and the country.
EXTRA FOR PRACTICE
List of Singular-Plurals
1. Child – Children
2. Man – Men
3. Foot – Feet
4. Story – Stories
5. Doctor – Doctors
6. Teacher – Teachers
7. Opportunity – Opportunities
8. Person – People
9. Country – Countries
10. Vice – Vices
List of Opposite Words
1. Encourage – Discourage
2. Weak – Strong
3. Poor – Rich
4. Help – Hinder
5. Sick – Healthy
6. Forgotten – Remembered
7. Old – Young
8. Discipline – Chaos
9. Confusion – Clarity
10. Failure – Success
Extra 1-Mark Questions with Answers for Practice
1. Who was the last Governor General of India?
C. Rajagopalachari (Rajaji)
2. What mistake did the young ADC make?
He forgot to shave in the morning.
3. How did Rajaji teach the ADC a lesson?
Rajaji humorously pointed out that the ADC looked sick, making him realize he had forgotten to shave.
4. What are the two things Minoo Masani says we lack in India?
Discipline and encouragement.
5. What happens when Indians get discipline and encouragement abroad?
They achieve great things.
6. Who gave the wise advice quoted in the lesson?
Abraham Lincoln.
7. What is a ‘vice’ according to the lesson?
A fault or immoral behavior.
8. What does Masani say about the talents of Indians?
Indians are very talented and capable.
9. What does Rajaji suggest the ADC should do when he notices he looks unwell?
He suggests the ADC see a doctor.
10. What period of life is adolescence?
Between ages 13 and 19.
11. What does the proverb “eÁt¤UÉ ªÀiÁw£À ¥ÉlÄÖ” mean?
It means ‘self-discipline is essential for success’.
12. According to Masani, what is glorified in India that pulls people down?
Envy.
13. What should young people focus on for India’s future?
Discipline and hard work.
14. Why did the young ADC go to his room after breakfast?
To check in the mirror and realize he hadn’t shaved.
15. What is the role of ADC as mentioned in the lesson?
A police officer assigned to protect and assist a governor.
