20. Only One Mother
Complete textbook exercise solutions — Maharashtra State Board (Balbharati), Grade Five English.
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- sky – by – fly
- together – weather – feather
- dawn – lawn – drawn
- clover – over – rover
- Thousands of stars in the night sky.
- Millions of leaves on the giant banyan tree.
- Dozens of fresh apples in the fruit basket.
- Scores of colourful cars on the busy street.
- Plenty of sweet mangoes in the orchard.
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(1) What examples of plentiful things does the poet give?
The poet gives examples of plentiful things found in nature, such as hundreds of stars, shells, birds, lambs, dewdrops, bees, and butterflies.
(2) Why does the poet say that the dewdrops greet the dawn?
The poet says this because dewdrops are usually seen shining on the grass early in the morning, right when the sun rises (at dawn), as if they are present specifically to welcome the new day.
(3) Do you agree with the poet's thoughts? Why?
Yes, I completely agree with the poet's thoughts. While there are many beautiful and plentiful things in nature, a mother's love and care are entirely unique. A person has only one mother in the whole wide world, making her the most special and irreplaceable part of our lives.
• Your mother • Your father • Any one of your relatives • Your teacher
A letter of appreciation to a mother:
Dear Mother,
I am writing this letter to tell you how much I appreciate everything you do for me every single day. You wake up early to make my favourite breakfast, pack my tiffin, and even help me with my difficult homework.
Even when you are tired after a long day of work, you always have a warm smile, a comforting hug, and time to listen to my stories. Thank you for your endless love, patience, and care. I am truly the luckiest child to have you as my mother.
Yours lovingly,
[Your Name]