CBSE Class 5 English NCERT Solutions: The Lazy Frog & Rip Van Winkle

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This resource provides detailed NCERT Solutions for Class 5 English, focusing on two engaging chapters: 'The Lazy Frog' and 'Rip Van Winkle'. For 'The Lazy Frog', students will find answers to questions about the character's habits and behaviours, reinforcing comprehension of the poem's themes of laziness and impoliteness. The 'Rip Van Winkle' section offers solutions to vocabulary exercises, comprehension questions about the story's plot, characters, and the magical elements of Rip's long sleep. These solutions are designed to help students grasp the nuances of the text, improve their reading comprehension, and build confidence for their English exams. They offer clear explanations and cover all aspects of the textbook exercises, making them an excellent tool for revision and understanding.

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BoardCBSE
ClassClass 5
SubjectEnglish
Session2026
LanguageEnglish
TypeNCERT Solutions
Chapter05 The Lazy Frog - Rip Van Winkle

Chapter summary

This chapter's NCERT Solutions for Class 5 English cover 'The Lazy Frog' and 'Rip Van Winkle'. For 'The Lazy Frog', solutions focus on understanding the character's traits and actions as depicted in the poem. For 'Rip Van Winkle', the solutions address vocabulary building, comprehension of the narrative, and the consequences of Rip's unusual experience. The exercises are designed to enhance reading skills and analytical thinking about the story elements.

Learning outcomes

  • Understand the character traits of the Lazy Frog.
  • Identify and describe the behaviour of the Lazy Frog.
  • Comprehend the story of Rip Van Winkle.
  • Define new vocabulary words from the story.
  • Answer comprehension questions based on the text.
  • Distinguish between true and false statements related to the story.

Topics covered

Paper topics

  • Character analysis of 'The Lazy Frog'
  • Poem comprehension
  • Vocabulary building
  • Story comprehension of 'Rip Van Winkle'
  • Identifying true/false statements
  • Understanding character actions
  • Descriptive language
  • Rhyming words

Important topics

  • Understanding character traits (Lazy Frog)
  • Plot points of Rip Van Winkle
  • Vocabulary from Rip Van Winkle
  • Comprehension of poem and story
  • Identifying cause and effect in Rip Van Winkle

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Questions and Solutions

The Lazy Frog - Questions from Textbook Solved

1. What did the frog do all day?

Solution: The frog spent his entire day sleeping. He did not engage in any activities and preferred to rest.

2. Besides lazy, what other word can you think of to describe the frog? (Hint. How he behaved with his mother, when a lady frog walked by.)

Solution: Besides being lazy, the frog can be described as shirker and impolite. He shirked his responsibilities and behaved rudely, not even acknowledging his mother or a passing lady frog.

3. Complete the sentences with reference to the poem.

(i) When the frog's mother called him, he pretended to

(ii) When a lady frog hops by, he does not even

Solution:

(i) When the frog's mother called him, he pretended to be hard-of-hearing.

(ii) When a lady frog hops by, he does not even open one eye.

4. Did you like the frog's behaviour?

Solution: No, I did not like the frog's behaviour at all. His laziness and impoliteness are not good qualities, and it's important to be respectful and responsible.

Let's Write

1. Refer to the poem and understand. The frog loved to laze and lie around all day. He did not like to do any work at all. Now make true sentences about yourself! Write about the people you like, a game you play, a hobby, a habit you have. You may use the following clues.

Solution: Here are some example sentences based on the clues provided:

I love people who are helping by nature.

I like to play cricket.

I don't mind doing my work.

I don't like to leave all my work on mother.

I hate telling lies.

Students are encouraged to write their own truthful sentences based on their personal preferences and habits.

Say Aloud

Add one more matching word to each pair. One has been done for you.

Solution: Here are the completed pairs with an additional rhyming word:

log frog dog

shirk work jerk

vain deign rain

preferring hearing tearing

heap keep leap

past last cast

way say ray

Rip Van Winkle - Fun with New Words

1. Circle the correct meaning of the given words. You may need to use the dictionary.

idled away

constant

companion

realise

descend

barrel

contents

Solution: Here are the correct meanings circled:

idled away: wasted

constant: steady

companion: partner

realise: to understand

descend: to move down

barrel: a wooden container

contents: the ingredients

2. Match the words in the box with their meanings. You may take the help of a dictionary.

long-sleeved

high-heeled

well-dressed

open-mouthed

sweet-looking

odd-looking

(i) near the lower part of a mountain

(ii) with grey hair

(iii) to rub gently

(iv) to be very surprised

(v) known to you

Solution: Here are the correct matches:

(i) near the lower part of a mountain - foothills

(ii) with grey hair - grizzled

(iii) to rub gently - stroked

(iv) to be very surprised - astonished

(v) known to you - familiar

Let's Read

Say whether the following sentences are True or False.

(i) Rip was kind to children. ———

(ii) Rip was a hardworking man. ———

(iii) The short old man on the mountain was his constant companion. ———

(iv) Rip helped the old men on the mountains because he wanted to have a drink from the barrel.---

(v) Rip was away for twenty years because he was asleep on the mountains. ———

(vi) The drink from the barrel made him fall asleep for twenty years.———

(vii) Nobody recognised Rip when he came back because he had reached the wrong village.

Solution: Here are the answers to the True or False statements:

(i) Rip was kind to children. — True

(ii) Rip was a hardworking man. — False (He was known to be lazy and avoided work.)

(iii) The short old man on the mountain was his constant companion. — False (The old man was a stranger he met.)

(iv) Rip helped the old men on the mountains because he wanted to have a drink from the barrel. — False (He helped them out of curiosity and a desire to assist.)

(v) Rip was away for twenty years because he was asleep on the mountains. — True

(vi) The drink from the barrel made him fall asleep for twenty years. — True

(vii) Nobody recognised Rip when he came back because he had reached the wrong village. — False (He had returned to his own village, but looked much older and was unrecognizable.)

Common mistakes

  • Misinterpreting the frog's behaviour as acceptable.
  • Confusing Rip Van Winkle's reasons for his long sleep.
  • Difficulty in understanding the meaning of new vocabulary words without a dictionary.
  • Incorrectly identifying true or false statements in the comprehension section.

Revision tips

  • Read both 'The Lazy Frog' and 'Rip Van Winkle' aloud to improve pronunciation and fluency.
  • Focus on the descriptive words used for the frog and Rip Van Winkle.
  • Practice defining the new words introduced in the 'Rip Van Winkle' section.
  • Discuss the moral or lesson learned from each story with a friend or family member.
  • Use the 'True or False' questions as a quick comprehension check for 'Rip Van Winkle'.

Practice MCQs

Q1. What was the frog's primary activity throughout the day?

Q2. Which word best describes the frog's behaviour towards the lady frog?

Q3. What does 'idled away' mean in the context of Rip Van Winkle's story?

Q4. Why did Rip Van Winkle not want to do any work?

Q5. What happened to Rip Van Winkle after drinking from the barrel?

Q6. When Rip returned, why did nobody recognise him?

Frequently asked questions

What is the main theme of 'The Lazy Frog' poem?

The main theme of 'The Lazy Frog' is about the consequences of laziness and impolite behaviour, as shown through the frog's actions.

Who is Rip Van Winkle?

Rip Van Winkle is the protagonist of a famous story who falls asleep for twenty years after drinking a mysterious beverage on a mountain.

What kind of exercises are included in these NCERT Solutions?

The solutions include exercises for vocabulary, comprehension (true/false, direct questions), and creative writing prompts based on the text.

How do these solutions help students prepare for exams?

These solutions provide clear, step-by-step answers to textbook questions, helping students understand the content thoroughly, build vocabulary, and practice comprehension skills essential for exams.

Are the questions in the solutions exactly the same as in the textbook?

Yes, the questions are preserved exactly as they appear in the textbook, with expanded wording for clarity where needed. The solutions are rewritten to be more comprehensive.

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