Vocabulary
(a) Read the following words taken from the story. Give two synonyms and one antonym for each of these words. Use a dictionary, if required.
Answer:
| S. No. | Word | Synonyms | Antonym | |
| 1. | cautious | careful | alert | reckless |
| 2. | disapprove | express dislike | object to | approve |
| 3. | brisk | swift | fast | sloppy |
| 4. | engaging | charming | agreeable | repulsive |
| 5. | humble | meek | submissive | proud |
| 6. | eager | anxious | impatient | apathetic |
| 7. | resistance | opposition | hostility | acceptance |
| 8. | persuade | convince | induce | dissuade |
| 9. | scarce | scant | insufficient | plentiful |
| 10. | nobility | virtue | goodness | dishonour |