Where can the neem tree be found outside India?

Many Asian and African countries

How did Amber's grandmother cure her father’s eye itching?

With neem flowers to make kajal

What does neem seed powder do when mixed with water and sprayed on plants?

It protects plants from locusts

Why is neem called 'nature’s gift to man'?

Because it has many medicinal uses

NCERT Solutions Class 6 English Chapter 3.0 – Neem Baba

Name: Neem Baba – Class 6 English
Uploaded: 2026-05-31
Description: Amber talks to Neem Baba, a wise neem tree, and learns about its origin, names, and many uses in daily life—from curing diseases to protecting crops. Neem is truly a gift of nature with magical properties.

Class 6 English

Last Updated: 31 May 2026

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Chapter Introduction

Amber talks to Neem Baba, a wise neem tree, and learns about its origin, names, and many uses in daily life—from curing diseases to protecting crops. Neem is truly a gift of nature with magical properties.

हिंदी में (Hindi)

अंबर नीम बाबा से बात करता है, जो एक बुद्धिमान नीम का पेड़ है, और उसके उत्पत्ति, नामों, तथा दैनिक जीवन में इसके अनेक उपयोगों के बारे में जानता है — रोगों के इलाज से लेकर फसलों की रक्षा तक। नीम वास्तव में प्रकृति का एक वरदान है जिसमें जादुई गुण होते हैं।

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Q1. Who is Amber?

Q2. Where did Amber sit after returning from school?

Q3. What did Amber feel the neem tree was doing?

Q4. What did Amber call the neem tree?

Q5. Where was Neem Baba born?

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Tough Words (Glossary)

Whispering

Meaning: Speaking very softly

अर्थ: फुसफुसाना

"The wind was whispering through the trees."

Courtyard

Meaning: Open space near a house

अर्थ: आँगन

"The children played in the courtyard."

Thought-provoking

Meaning: Making you think deeply

अर्थ: विचारोत्तेजक

"The movie was very thought-provoking."

Sanskrit

Meaning: An ancient Indian language

अर्थ: संस्कृत भाषा

"Many Indian scriptures are in Sanskrit."

Scientists

Meaning: Experts in science

अर्थ: वैज्ञानिक

"Scientists discovered a new medicine."

Remedies

Meaning: Cures or treatments

अर्थ: उपचार

"She used home remedies for her cold."

Chemical properties

Meaning: Qualities of a substance in science

अर्थ: रासायनिक गुण

"Water has unique chemical properties."

Destroy

Meaning: To damage completely

अर्थ: नष्ट करना

"The fire destroyed the house."

Breed

Meaning: To reproduce

अर्थ: प्रजनन करना

"Mosquitoes breed in dirty water."

Experience

Meaning: Practical knowledge over time

अर्थ: अनुभव

"She has experience in teaching."

Locusts

Meaning: Insects that destroy crops

अर्थ: टिड्डियाँ

"Locusts destroyed the farmers’ fields."

Crop yield

Meaning: Amount of crop produced

अर्थ: फसल की उपज

"This year the crop yield is high."

Termites

Meaning: Insects that eat wood/roots

अर्थ: दीमक

"Termites damaged the wooden door."

Stagnant

Meaning: Not moving, still water

अर्थ: ठहरा हुआ

"Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water."

Cost-effective

Meaning: Cheap and useful

अर्थ: सस्ता और उपयोगी

"Neem is a cost-effective solution."

Stored grains

Meaning: Harvest kept for future use

अर्थ: भंडारित अनाज

"Farmers protect stored grains from insects."

Purifies

Meaning: Cleans and makes pure

अर्थ: शुद्ध करना

"This filter purifies the water."

Qualities

Meaning: Good features or traits

अर्थ: गुण / विशेषताएँ

"Honesty is one of his best qualities."

Discover

Meaning: To find something new

अर्थ: खोजना

"Scientists discover new planets."

Bless

Meaning: To wish someone well

अर्थ: आशीर्वाद देना

"The elders bless the children."

NCERT Solutions Class 6 English Chapter 3.0 – Neem Baba

Chapter Introduction

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Important Points

Practice MCQ Questions (30 questions)

Q1. Who is Amber?

Q2. Where did Amber sit after returning from school?

Q3. What did Amber feel the neem tree was doing?

Q4. What did Amber call the neem tree?

Q5. Where was Neem Baba born?

Q6. Where can the neem tree be found outside India?

Q7. What are some of the names given to Neem Baba?

Q8. Who gave the name 'Neem' to the tree?

Q9. What do scientists call the neem tree?

Q10. What are neem twigs used for?

Q11. Why did the doctor suggest putting neem leaves on Amber’s brother’s bed?

Q12. What can neem leaves, bark, flowers, fruits, and roots be used for?

Q13. What did Amber’s grandmother use neem bark for?

Q14. How did Amber's grandmother cure her father’s eye itching?

Q15. Who should use neem remedies?

Q16. How can neem be useful for farmers?

Q17. What does neem seed powder do when mixed with water and sprayed on plants?

Q18. How can neem help in preventing mosquito breeding in rice fields?

Q19. What did Amber’s grandmother use to cure her father’s eye itching?

Q20. What is neem oil used for?

Q21. What is special about furniture made from neem wood?

Q22. What other quality does Neem Baba mention about himself?

Q23. What did Amber promise to do when she grows up?

Q24. What did Amber want to talk to the neem tree about?

Q25. How old is Neem Baba?

Q26. What does Neem Baba say about the cost-effectiveness of neem?

Q27. What did Amber learn from her conversation with Neem Baba?

Q28. What is the significance of neem in daily life?

Q29. Why is neem called 'nature’s gift to man'?

Q30. What is the Hindi name for neem?