Fantasy (Down the Rabbit Hole)

Find the meanings of the following words and phrases from a dictionary and make sentences by using them.

• peep into: to look quickly or secretly into something
  Example sentence: I couldn't resist the temptation to peep into the gift box before my birthday.
• pop down: to visit someone or someplace briefly
  Example sentence: I'm just going to pop down to the store to pick up some milk.
• remarkable: unusual or extraordinary in a way that is worthy of notice
  Example sentence: It's remarkable how much she looks like her mother.
• hedge: a fence made of a row of bushes or low trees
  Example sentence: The hedge around the garden was overgrown and needed to be trimmed.
• wonder: to think or speak about something with curiosity or doubt
  Example sentence: I wonder where he went.
• tumble: to fall down suddenly and clumsily
  Example sentence: He tumbled down the stairs and landed at the bottom with a thud.
• doze: to sleep lightly or for a short time
  Example sentence: I dozed off in my chair while reading.
• off: not operating or functioning
  Example sentence: I turned the lights off before going to bed.
• earnestly: in a sincere and serious way
  Example sentence: She earnestly tried to convince him to change his mind.
• tiny: very small in size
  Example sentence: The tiny flower was almost hidden among the weeds.
• creep: to move slowly and quietly, often in a stealthy or sneaky way
  Example sentence: The cat crept up to the bird and then pounced.

Match the words below with their opposites.

Comprehension

Answer these questions

a. What did Alice do while her sister was reading a book?

Alice was sitting by her sister on the bank while her sister was reading a book.

b. Why did Alice run across the field after the Rabbit?

Alice ran across the field after the Rabbit because she was curious about it and wanted to see where it was going.

c. Why didn’t she like to drop the jar? What did she do with it?

Alice didn't like to drop the jar because she was afraid of killing someone underneath. She put it into one of the cupboards as she fell past it.

d. What idea came to her mind when she saw a tiny golden key?

When Alice saw the tiny golden key, the idea came to her mind that it might open the door to the beautiful garden she had seen earlier.

e. What was written on the bottle that she found? Did she follow what it said?

The bottle that Alice found had the words "DRINK ME" written on it. She did follow what it said and drank from the bottle.

f. Alice was fond of pretending to be two people. Who were they?

Alice was fond of pretending to be two people, the Red Queen and the White Queen.

g. Why did she want to eat the cake that she found?

Alice wanted to eat the cake that she found because she was hungry and thought it might make her grow to a more convenient size.

Put these sentences in the right order as they happen in the story.

a. Alice ate a small cake, which said, ‘EAT ME’.
b. Alice found a small key and unlocked a very small door.
c. Alice fell down a rabbit hole.
d. Alice drank something from a bottle and got very small.
e. Alice tried to climb a table leg to get the key again.
f. Alice saw a White Rabbit and ran after him.

Answer

f. Alice saw a White Rabbit and ran after him.
c. Alice fell down a rabbit hole.
d. Alice drank something from a bottle and got very small.
b. Alice found a small key and unlocked a very small door.
a. Alice ate a small cake, which said, ‘EAT ME’.
e. Alice tried to climb a table leg to get the key again.

Critical thinking

"Down the rabbit hole" is a sort of writing called fantasy. On the basis of your reading of the story point out some special elements of this kind of writing?

Fantasy is a genre of literature that typically involves the use of magic and other supernatural elements. In "Down the Rabbit Hole," some special elements of fantasy writing that can be identified include:

1. The presence of magical and fantastical creatures, such as the White Rabbit with a waistcoat pocket and a watch.
2. The use of magic and magical objects, such as the bottle labeled "DRINK ME" that causes Alice to shrink in size, and the tiny golden key that unlocks a small door.
3. The occurrence of events that defy the laws of nature, such as Alice's ability to shrink or grow in size, and her falling down a deep well and landing in a mysterious hall.
4. The use of imagery and descriptions that create a sense of wonder and enchantment, such as the descriptions of the cupboards and book-shelves on the sides of the well and the maps and pictures hung upon pegs.
5. The use of elements of folklore, myth, and legend, such as the references to the "centre of the earth" and the Red Queen and the White Queen.

Is it good to imagine of things which are not possible to achieve in reality? Explain.

Imagining things that are not possible to achieve in reality can be beneficial in certain situations. For example, imaginative thinking can allow us to explore new ideas and possibilities, and to think creatively and outside the box. It can also help us to relax and escape from the stresses of everyday life.

However, it is important to be aware of the distinction between imagination and reality, and to not allow our imagination to get in the way of our ability to function effectively in the real world. It can be harmful to constantly focus on things that are not possible to achieve, as it can lead to frustration and disappointment. It is also important to be mindful of the potential consequences of our actions, and to not pursue unrealistic goals that may be harmful or impractical.

In general, it is good to use our imagination to think creatively and to explore new ideas, but it is also important to remain grounded in reality and to be mindful of the limitations and potential consequences of our actions.

Do you talk to yourself when you are in a trouble? If yes, how does it help you?

Yes, I talk to myself when I'm in a trouble. I talk to myself as a way of processing my thoughts and feelings, and it is a helpful coping mechanism for me in times of stress or difficulty.

Talking to myself can help me to clarify my thoughts and ideas, and to consider different perspectives on a problem. It can also be a way of calming and reassuring myself, and of finding ways to cope with challenges.

For example, I might talk to myself to work through a difficult decision, to come up with a plan of action, or to motivate myself to tackle a task.

Overall, talking to myself can be a useful tool for problem-solving and self-regulation, and can help me to cope with challenges and difficulties in a healthy and productive way.

Writing

Narrate, in short, a folktale that you have read or heard.

One folktale that I have read is called "The Tortoise and the Hare." In this story, a hare boasted about how fast he could run, and challenged a tortoise to a race. The hare, thinking he would easily win, took a nap halfway through the race, while the tortoise steadily made his way to the finish line. When the hare woke up and realized he had lost, he was surprised and ashamed, and learned the lesson that slow and steady wins the race. This folktale teaches the importance of perseverance and hard work, and the dangers of overconfidence.

Describe a strange dream that you have seen recently.

The Dream of Fear

Recently, I had a strange dream in which I was walking through a dark and abandoned city, feeling lost and alone. As I walked, I heard strange noises and saw shadows moving in the corners of my eyes. I tried to run, but my legs felt heavy and slow, and I couldn't escape the feeling that I was being followed. Suddenly, I turned a corner and found myself face to face with a giant, monster-like creature with glowing eyes and sharp teeth. I tried to scream, but no sound came out, and I felt myself being dragged towards the creature. As I was about to be consumed, I woke up in a cold sweat, heart racing and feeling terrified by the experience. This strange dream might have been influenced by my feelings of anxiety or fear and could potentially be a manifestation of my unconscious mind trying to process and work through these emotions.

Grammar

Express your wishes in the following situations in three different ways. Use I wish/If only……

1. You don’t have a mobile phone (You need one).
   • I wish I had talked to my father about it.
   • I wish I could buy one myself.
   • I wish somebody would gift me one.
2. You don’t know the answer of a question from the lesson.
   • I wish I had paid more attention in class.
   • I wish I had studied more for this lesson.
   • I wish I could ask the teacher for help.
3. You can’t play the guitar.
   • I wish I had taken guitar lessons.
   • I wish I had more time to practice.
   • I wish I had more musical talent.
4. It’s cold.
   • I wish I had brought a jacket.
   • I wish I was in a warmer place.
   • I wish I could turn up the heat.
5. You are feeling sick.
   • I wish I had taken better care of my health.
   • I wish I had stayed home today.
   • I wish I had access to better medical treatment.
6. You live in a crowded city.
   • I wish I lived in a quieter place.
   • I wish I had more space to myself.
   • I wish I had access to more nature and green spaces.
7. You feel lonely.
   • I wish I had more friends.
   • I wish I had a closer relationship with my family.
   • I wish I had someone to confide in and spend time with.

Rewrite the following sentences making correction if necessary.

a. I wish my father bought me a bike.
b. I wish I would write poems.
c. I wish I could remember her name.
d. I wish I had a god job.
e. I wish I would be rich.

Answers

a. I wish my father had bought me a bike.
b. I wish I could write poems.
c. I wish I could remember her name.
d. I wish I had a good job.
e. I wish I were rich.