Exercise Solutions Available
Step-by-step answers for all textbook questions in this chapter
Quick Summary
Zigzag is a lively supplementary story built around a bird and the confusion it creates. The lesson is useful for character reactions, humour, and story sequence questions.
Key Areas
- Introduction of Zigzag
- Unusual behaviour of the bird
- Reactions of people around it
- Humorous incidents
- Ending and lesson value
Character Reaction Table
| Element | Exam Focus |
|---|---|
| Zigzag | Behaviour, sounds, and effect on others. |
| Family or people | Surprise, annoyance, amusement, or confusion. |
| Story narrator | Presents events in humorous sequence. |
Important Questions
Short Answers
- Who or what is Zigzag?
- Why does Zigzag create confusion?
- What makes the story humorous?
- How do people react to Zigzag?
Paragraph Answer
Write about the humour in Zigzag:
1. Introduce Zigzag. 2. Mention unusual behaviour. 3. Explain reactions. 4. Add comic incidents. 5. Conclude with the effect of the story.
Common Mistakes
- Missing the story sequence.
- Not explaining humour.
- Writing only one incident.
- Forgetting character reactions.
Revision Checklist
- Story sequence revised
- Zigzag's role clear
- Humorous incidents listed
- Paragraph answer prepared
- Vocabulary revised
Frequently Asked Questions
Zigzag is a humorous story about a bird whose behaviour creates surprise and amusement.