Onomatopoeic words are a combination of sounds that suggest what the words refer to. Hum, buzz, hiss, sizzle etc are a few examples. List at least ten words that you know.

Given below is a list of words. Find a suitable word to describe each word, with the unique sound associated with it. Then classify the sounds as 'natural' and those caused by human activity. Work in pairs.

Eg. : the roaring of waves

Given below is a list of words that describe sounds. Categorise them as positive or negative. Work in pairs.

Answer the questions briefly:

Insects can annoy us as much as they delight. How does the writer explain this contrast?

Answer the questions briefly:

Why does the author refer to the mosquito as a ‘beast of prey’?