Standard X

Sonia J Mathew

English Optional

Chamber :

hall used by legislative or

judicial body

Languid :

Lacking vigour,

weak or

lethargic

Gag :

thing thrust into or

tied across mouth

to prevent speech

Discourse Construction

Imagine that you are one of the soldiers of the kingand write a Diary Entry explaining the cruelty of theking towards the beggar.

Scaffolding Questions1. Who was calling out for bread?

The beggar was the one who was calling out for bread.

2. What all punishments were given to the beggar by the king?

The beggar was sent away, lashed by the soldiers, wounded, bound and gagged and his tongue was at last cut off. These were the punishments given to the beggar by the king.

Follow-up Activity

Write an article explaining the pathetic condition of the poor people around you.

Thank You…….