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Step-by-step NCERT solutions for Bravehearts (Chapter 5, NCERT Class 7 English) — every question and answer worked out in full, not just the final result. You can also read the Bravehearts textbook chapter.

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All 46 questions in Bravehearts are solved in the PDF. Here's what's inside, exercise by exercise:

Let us discuss — A Homage to our Brave Soldiers

  1. Complete the table given below. Name of the War Hero | Contribution and Achievement | Award Given Major Somnath Sharma | Battle of Badgam in 1947 | First Param Vir Chakra awarded posthumously Captain Mahendra Nath Mulla | ? | ? Lance Naik Albert Ekka | ? | ? Major Padmapani Acharya | ? | ?
  2. Find the paragraph(s) and sentences in the text that evoke the following feelings: 1. feeling of wonder 2. heartening 3. sense of motivation 4. pride 5. visually inspiring 6. sadness 7. gratitude 8. inspiration
  3. Which is India's highest gallantry award?
  4. How would Ananda feel after reading this letter?
  5. Do you think Soumya enjoyed writing this letter? Why or why not?

Let us discuss — A Homage to our Brave Soldiers (Ananda's letter)

  1. Why was Ananda reminded of the poem 'Pushp ki Abhilasha'?
  2. How does Soumya's letter help Ananda in pursuing her hobby?
  3. Ananda is inspired to act after reading the letter from Soumya. What actions does she intend to take up? Fill in the table citing the sentences from the text. 1. visit 2. mobile app 3. sharing ideas 4. creating a collage 5. joining the army 6. website

Let us think and reflect — A Homage to our Brave Soldiers

  1. Read the extract and answer the questions that follow …
    • (i) Complete the analogy with a word from the extract. flame: valour :: wreath: ______________
    • (ii) How does the lighting design make the monument visually appealing?
    • (iii) State whether the following sentence is a fact or an opinion. 'It truly is a majestic site…'
    • (iv) What does the everlasting flame suggest?
    • (v) Choose the correct option to complete the sentence. The tone of the writer in this extract is ______________. A. modest B. light-hearted C. admiring D. nostalgic
  2. Read the extract and answer the questions that follow …
    • (i) Choose a line from the extract which shows that Ananda was aware about the National War Memorial.
    • (ii) What might be the most likely reason for people to consider a war memorial as a monument?
    • (iii) Fill in the blank with a suitable word from the extract. We conduct special competitions at school to ______________ our Independence day.
    • (iv) Select a phrase from the extract showing that Ananda is expressing an opinion.
    • (v) Complete the sentence with a suitable reason. Ananda refers to the sacrifice of soldiers as 'supreme' sacrifice because ______________.
  3. What is the significance of the National War Memorial?
  4. Lance Naik Albert Ekka is an example of selflessness, determination, and exceptional courage. Elaborate.
  5. Explain how the National War Memorial and Museum app will be helpful in spreading awareness about war heroes.
  6. Why is it our duty to pay homage to our brave soldiers?
  7. What is the main idea of this text? How does it justify the title, 'A Homage to our Brave Soldiers'?
  8. Why were the students awestruck and humbled? Explain in your own words.

Let us learn — A Homage to our Brave Soldiers

  1. Match the prefixes with their meanings and the root words to create new words. Prefixes: re-, mal-, un-, anti-, extra-, ex-, de- Meanings: badly/wrongly, beyond/outside, opposed to/against, former, lacking/not, remove, do again Root Words: questionable, activate, define, functioning, service, ordinary, social An example has been done: extra- + ordinary = Extraordinary Now complete the paragraph…
  2. Find words associated with 'brave' by filling in the missing vowels. V_L__NT | C__R_G_ | V_L__R | G_LL_NT | H_R__C | BRAVE | F__RL_SS | B_LD | D_R_NG | _ND__NT_D
  3. Fill in the blanks with the correct opposite words of 'brave' from the box (fear, timid, cowardly, afraid) to complete the following sentences. 1. Ajay's ____________ refusal to stand up for his friend was disappointing to everyone. 2. The ____________ child hid behind his mother, too scared to meet the new teacher. 3. Anjali's ____________ of heights prevented her from climbing the tall ladder…
  4. Read the following sentences and divide them into two parts (main clause and subordinate clause). An example: 'I aspire to be courageous like him' (Part 1) / 'when I join the army!' (Part 2). 2. They exchange letters and share their feelings of gratitude for the freedom they enjoy because of the sacrifices made by the bravehearts of the country. 3. Though seriously wounded in this encounter, he…
  5. Combine the following pairs of sentences using suitable subordinating conjunctions (because, unless, when, where, though). 1. Wasi burst into tears. He heard the good news. 2. Himani was very nervous. She delivered a great presentation. 3. This is the place. I was born. 4. The students performed very well. They studied diligently. 5. Water the plants. They will die.
  6. Complete the following sentences with a suitable main clause or subordinate clause. 1. Farheen was late to work because ________________. 2. The dog started barking when ________________. 3. She completed the marathon although ________________. 4. ________________ while they were hiking in the mountains. 5. Abhishek received a promotion after ________________. 6. ________________ before the…

Let us explore — A Homage to our Brave Soldiers

  1. Every branch of the Armed Forces has a motto. Read the mottos given below and state their meanings. 1. Indian Army — Seva Paramo Dharmah (Service Before Self) 2. Indian Air Force — Nabhah Sprisham Diptam (Touch the Sky with Glory) 3. Indian Navy — Sham No Varunah (Be Auspicious Unto Us Oh Varuna)

Let us discuss — My Dear Soldiers

  1. Complete the summary with an exact word from the poem. The poem is a tribute to the soldiers of the 1. land who defend the 2. _______________ of their country. It highlights their untiring commitment and sacrifices as they guard the nation. The soldiers remain vigilant and dedicated, whether it's windy, snowy, or 3. _______________ hot. They walk on 4. _______________ stretches of land like the…
  2. Select the correct option for the following questions. 1. The theme of the poem is _______.
    • (i) patriotism and sacrifice
    • (ii) heroism and awareness
    • (iii) nature and hardship
    • (iv) seasons and terrains 2. The tone of the poem is _______.
    • (i) admiring
    • (ii) sad
    • (iii) respectful
    • (iv) grateful
    • (v) prayerful A. Only
    • (v) B.
    • (i) and
    • (iii) C. (ii),
    • (iii) and
    • (v) D. (i), (iii),
    • (iv) and (v)
  3. Complete the following sentences by explaining why the poet has used the following poetic devices. 1. Imagery because ___________________________________________________. 2. Simile because the soldiers are likened to __________________________. 3. Metaphor because the poet uses wind chimes ______________________. 4. Repetition of the words 'you' and 'we' because _____________________. 5…

Let us think and reflect — My Dear Soldiers

  1. Read the extract and answer the questions … 1. Identify a set of opposite words from the extract. 2. Complete the sentence appropriately. The phrase 'still hold on to your deed' refers to the soldier's attitude of ______________________. 3. Identify whether the following statement is true or false. 'The soldiers walk across the deserted stretches of land.' 4. Give evidence from the extract to show that soldiers face harsh weather conditions. 5. Which quality of the soldiers is highlighted in this extract?
    • (i) modesty
    • (ii) optimism
    • (iii) simplicity
    • (iv) dedication
  2. Who is the speaker of this poem? How can you say so?
  3. How is the theme of the poem conveyed through imagery? Support your answer with examples from the poem.
  4. How does the poet highlight the commitment of the soldiers? Provide examples from the poem to support your answer.
  5. What is the significance of the line 'Prime of your youth given to the nation!!' with reference to sacrifice and service?
  6. The poem ends with a prayer for the soldiers' well-being and blessings. Why is it important for each one of us to pray for the well-being of soldiers?

Let us learn — My Dear Soldiers

  1. The poem mentions a few terrains — valleys, deserts, and marshes. Identify the terrains from the box given below. There are two that you do not need. ghats, river, plateau, delta, bay, peninsula, mountains
  2. Fill in the blanks by choosing the words given in brackets that collocate appropriately. 1. The hikers reached the ____________ (summit/peak) of the mountain after several days of trekking through challenging conditions. 2. The ____________ (empty/barren) landscape of the desert made it nearly impossible to find any water sources. 3. In the rainforest, the ____________ (heavy/dense) forest provides a habitat for a diverse range of wildlife. 4. Chitra is a very ____________ (heroic/adventurous) person and enjoys mountain climbing. 5. I …

Let us discuss — Rani Abbakka

  1. Match the words in Column 1 with their meanings in Column 2. Column 1: vassal (n), coronation (n), successor (n), rash (adj.), sovereign country (n), league (n), wrath (n), seize (v), resolve (n), raged (v), decisive (adj.), apprehended (v), dauntless (adj), avenge (v) Column 2: (i) extreme anger, (ii) take hold of suddenly or forcibly, (iii) happen in a violent way, (iv) acting or doing…
  2. Complete the cause-and-effect table based on your understanding of the story. Cause | Effect 1. Ullal had been captured by the Portuguese. |
    • (i) Ullal had to pay a tribute to the colonial power. 2. [blank] |
    • (ii) Rani Abbakka's husband Veera Narsimha felt it was a hasty decision. 3. Veera Narsimha ordered the soldiers to stop Rani Abbakka when she said she would not be frightened by the…

Let us think and reflect — Rani Abbakka

  1. Read the extract and answer the questions … 1. What does the word 'tribute' mean in this context? 2. Complete the sentence with a suitable reason. Rani Abbakka says, 'We are a sovereign country' because __________. 3. Identify whether the following statement is true or false. 'The Portuguese envoy threatened Rani Abbakka.' 4. Choose a word given in brackets to replace the underlined word. '… she defied the Portuguese and established a hugely profitable trading relation with Arabia.' (defeated/disobeyed) 5. Choose the option that lists the qualities of Rani Abbakka, based on this extract.
    • (i) bold
    • (ii) thoughtful
    • (iii) capable
    • (iv) generous
    • (v) determined A. (i), (ii), and
    • (v) B. (ii), (iii), and
    • (iv) C. (i), (iii), and
    • (v) D. (ii), (iv), and (v)
  2. Rani Abbakka spoke to her mother on her deathbed. How might these words have made her mother feel?
  3. What does the support of the people of Ullal and the soldiers for Rani Abbakka suggest about their mindset?
  4. How might the people of Ullal have felt when the mighty Portuguese were defeated?
  5. Why do you think Rani Abbakka's victory against the Portuguese would have inspired other rulers to go against a foreign power?

Let us learn — Rani Abbakka

  1. Fill in the blanks with 'ie' or 'ei' for the following words. 1. c___ling 2. bel___ve 3. th___f 4. ach___ve 5. perc___ve 6. prot___n 7. soc___ty 8. sh___ld 9. w___ght 10. fr___nd
  2. The word 'wrath' has a silent 'w'. Find more words with silent letters.
  3. The text uses the expressions 'laughing stock' and 'last laugh'. Use the dictionary page given to find the meanings of the following and use them in sentences: burst out laughing, don't make me laugh, laugh until you cry, have a good laugh.
  4. Rewrite the following sentences in indirect speech. Remember to make the necessary changes. 1. The teacher said, 'Women of valour have made significant contributions throughout history.' → The teacher remarked that _________________________________. 2. 'I enjoy reading historical novels,' said Smitha. → Smitha shared that _________________________________. 3. The captain said to the coach, 'Our…
  5. Complete the following paragraph by transforming the dialogue into indirect speech. Captain: We need to focus on our strategy for the final match. Player: I have some ideas on how we can improve our strategy. Captain: Make sure to share those ideas with the team during practice. The Captain remarked that 1. ________________________________________. To which one of the players replied that 2…
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3 questions from Bravehearts, solved step by step.

Let us discuss — A Homage to our Brave Soldiers

Which is India's highest gallantry award?

The text states: 'the 21 bravehearts who were awarded the Param Vir Chakra (PVC), India's highest wartime gallantry medal, for their service to the nation.'

Answer: Param Vir Chakra (PVC) is India's highest gallantry award.

Let us discuss — A Homage to our Brave Soldiers (Ananda's letter)

Why was Ananda reminded of the poem 'Pushp ki Abhilasha'?

Ananda was reminded of the poem 'Pushp ki Abhilasha' by Makhanlal Chaturvedi when she visited the war memorial in Chandigarh's Bougainvillea Garden (Sector 3) and saw people offering flowers and prayers to the soldiers.

The poem expresses the wish of a flower to be placed on the path that brave soldiers tread while sacrificing their lives for the motherland. This sentiment matched perfectly with the act of offering flowers at the memorial to honour soldiers who gave their lives for the nation.

Answer: Ananda was reminded of the poem when she saw people offering flowers at the Chandigarh war memorial. The poem expresses a flower's wish to be strewn on the path of brave soldiers sacrificing themselves for the motherland — directly echoing the act of flower offerings in tribute to fallen soldiers.

Let us think and reflect — A Homage to our Brave Soldiers

What is the significance of the National War Memorial?

The National War Memorial is a tribute to the brave men and women who have served in the Indian Armed Forces since Independence. It ensures that the nation never forgets the cost of freedom.

It has 29,000 tablets (bricks) bearing the names of over 26,000 fallen soldiers who gave their lives in wars including the Indo-China conflict of 1962, the Indo-Pak Wars of 1965 and 1971, and the Kargil War of 1999.

The memorial also houses the Amar Jawan Jyoti (the eternal flame), bronze and stone murals depicting battle actions, and four concentric circles (Amar Chakra, Veerta Chakra, Tyag Chakra, Raksha Chakra) symbolising immortality, bravery, sacrifice, and protection respectively.

It reminds citizens of the pain and horrors of war, motivates them to live lives worthy of the soldiers' sacrifices, and keeps the memory of fallen heroes alive for future generations.

Answer: The National War Memorial honours over 26,000 soldiers who died in India's post-Independence wars. It preserves their memory through named tablets, an eternal flame, murals, and symbolic Chakras — reminding citizens of the cost of freedom and the debt owed to the Armed Forces.

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