Class 10 English › NCERT Words and Expressions II · Unit 2

Workbook focus · Vocabulary in context, sentence transformation and a short speech

Unit 2: Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom

Practise identifying the meaning of freedom from context and comparing personal freedom with collective equality. Use concise sentences to express a reasoned view about responsibility and courage.

Language focus

Vocabulary in context, sentence transformation and a short speech

Practise identifying the meaning of freedom from context and comparing personal freedom with collective equality. Use concise sentences to express a reasoned view about responsibility and courage.

Practice activity

Write a two-column vocabulary list: words connected with freedom and words connected with oppression. Add one original sentence for each group.

Solved workbook-style practice

Original practice for this guide; use the NCERT workbook for its complete exercises.

Question 1

In a passage about equal rights, what does “dignity” most likely refer to?

It refers to the respect and worth due to every person. The context of equal rights suggests dignity is not dependent on status or group identity.

Question 2

Combine these ideas using “although”: Mandela faced hardship. He continued the struggle.

Although Mandela faced hardship, he continued the struggle. The subordinating conjunction shows contrast.

Question 3

Give one opening line for a school speech on equality.

Good morning respected teachers and friends; today I would like to speak about why equal rights and dignity matter in our school community.

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