Here are some words from the lesson which describe different kinds of sounds.

drum, swish,tinkle, caw, drip

Match these words with their correct meanings.

(a) to fall in small drops
(b) to make a sound by hitting a surface repeatedly
(c) to move quickly through the air, making a soft sound
(d) harsh sound made by birds
(e) ringing sound (of a bell or breaking glass, etc.)

When does the monsoon season begin and when does it end? How do you prepare to face the monsoon?

Which hill-station does the author describe in this diary entry?

For how many days does it rain without stopping? What does the author do on these days?

Where do the snakes and rodents take shelter? Why?

What did the author receive in the mail?

Look carefully at the diary entries for June 24-25, August 2 and March 23. Now write down the changes that happen as the rains progress from June to March.

Why did the grandmother ask the children not to kill the Chuchundar?

What signs do we find in Nature which show that the monsoons are about to end?

Complete the following sentences.

Bijju is not seen but his voice is heard because __________________.

Complete the following sentences.

The writer describes the hill station and valley as __________________.