How did Ila first share her embroidery designs?

As gifts for family and friends

What was the impact of the state exhibition on Ila’s life?

It led to fame and recognition.

What does Ila's success story demonstrate?

That challenges should be avoided.

That physical challenges can be overcome.

What is the most important change Ila experienced through her skill?

That art can rise above physical boundaries

That art is only for the talented

What does Ila’s embroidery remind us about art?

Overcoming challenges is impossible.

Determination and creativity lead to success.

What does Ila's embroidery remind us about art?

That art can rise above physical boundaries.

What did Ila learn besides Kathiawar embroidery?

Kachhi, Kashmiri, Lucknawi styles

What does Ila’s story teach us?

Challenges can be turned into victories

NCERT Solutions Class 6 English Chapter 5.3 – Ila Sachani

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Chapter Introduction

Ila Sachani, born without the use of her hands, mastered the art of Kathiawar embroidery using her feet. Her determination and talent brought her fame, awards, and independence, inspiring others to overcome challenges with creativity and hard work.

हिंदी में (Hindi)

इला सचानी, जो बिना हाथों के उपयोग के जन्मीं, ने अपने पैरों का इस्तेमाल करके काठियावाड़ी कढ़ाई की कला में महारत हासिल की। उनका संकल्प और प्रतिभा उन्हें प्रसिद्धि, पुरस्कार और स्वतंत्रता दिलाने में मददगार साबित हुई, और उन्होंने दूसरों को रचनात्मकता और मेहनत से चुनौतियों को पार करने के लिए प्रेरित किया।

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Q2. What type of embroidery is Ila Sachani known for?

Q3. What challenge was Ila Sachani born with?

Q4. Who encouraged Ila to overcome her challenges?

Q5. What did Ila use to create embroidery patterns?

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Tough Words (Glossary)

Embroidery

Meaning: Decorative needlework on fabric

अर्थ: कढ़ाई

"She learned Kathiawar embroidery."

Skill

Meaning: Ability to do something well

अर्थ: कौशल

"Embroidery requires great skill."

Challenges

Meaning: Difficulties / Problems

अर्थ: चुनौतियाँ

"She overcame many challenges in life."

Encouraged

Meaning: Given support or hope

अर्थ: प्रोत्साहित किया

"Her family encouraged her to learn."

Determination

Meaning: Strong willpower to do something

अर्थ: दृढ़ निश्चय

"She accepted the challenge with determination."

Expert

Meaning: Highly skilled person

अर्थ: विशेषज्ञ

"He is an expert in painting."

Express

Meaning: To show or communicate feelings

अर्थ: व्यक्त करना

"She used embroidery to express herself."

Awestruck

Meaning: Filled with wonder and admiration

अर्थ: हैरान / विस्मित

"The audience was awestruck by her art."

Admiration

Meaning: Respect and warm approval

अर्थ: प्रशंसा

"She gained admiration for her talent."

Exhibition

Meaning: A public display of art or items

अर्थ: प्रदर्शनी

"Her work was shown at an exhibition."

Creation

Meaning: Something that is made

अर्थ: रचना

"Her creations were admired by many."

Famous

Meaning: Well known by many people

अर्थ: प्रसिद्ध

"She became a famous artist."

Participated

Meaning: Took part in

अर्थ: भाग लिया

"She participated in many exhibitions."

Honours

Meaning: Awards and recognition

अर्थ: सम्मान

"He received many honours for his work."

Willpower

Meaning: Strong determination

अर्थ: इच्छाशक्ति

"With willpower, she achieved success."

Creativity

Meaning: Ability to create new things

अर्थ: रचनात्मकता

"Creativity makes art unique."

Celebrated

Meaning: Famous and admired

अर्थ: प्रसिद्ध / सम्मानित

"She became a celebrated artist."

Independence

Meaning: Freedom to do things on one’s own

अर्थ: स्वतंत्रता

"She gained independence through her skill."

Positivity

Meaning: State of being positive / hopeful

अर्थ: सकारात्मकता

"Positivity helps to overcome struggles."

Boundaries

Meaning: Limits or edges

अर्थ: सीमाएँ

"Art rises above physical boundaries."

NCERT Solutions Class 6 English Chapter 5.3 – Ila Sachani

Chapter Introduction

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Important Points

Practice MCQ Questions (29 questions)

Q1. Where is Ila Sachani from?

Q2. What type of embroidery is Ila Sachani known for?

Q3. What challenge was Ila Sachani born with?

Q4. Who encouraged Ila to overcome her challenges?

Q5. What did Ila use to create embroidery patterns?

Q6. What did Ila’s parents help her learn to do with her legs?

Q7. How did Ila first share her embroidery designs?

Q8. Who first noticed Ila’s embroidery skills outside her village?

Q9. What was the impact of the state exhibition on Ila’s life?

Q10. What did Ila receive as recognition for her art?

Q11. What did Ila's embroidery become a symbol of?

Q12. What does Ila's success story demonstrate?

Q13. What does the National War Memorial honour?

Q14. Where is the National War Memorial located?

Q15. What is inscribed on the stones of the National War Memorial?

Q16. What does the eternal flame at the National War Memorial represent?

Q17. Who does the National War Memorial pay homage to?

Q18. What element of the Memorial glows in silence?

Q19. What emotion should we feel when visiting the National War Memorial?

Q20. What does the National War Memorial symbolize?

Q21. What is the main theme of the National War Memorial poem?

Q22. What is the significance of the names etched on the stones of the Memorial?

Q23. What is the most important change Ila experienced through her skill?

Q24. What does Ila’s embroidery remind us about art?

Q25. What does Ila's embroidery remind us about art?

Q26. What did Ila’s younger brother and sister help her with?

Q27. What did Ila learn besides Kathiawar embroidery?

Q28. What was the most important change for Ila through her skill?

Q29. What does Ila’s story teach us?