English chapter 4 Flashcards
What were the Milkha singh’s achievements at 1958 Asian games?
At the 1958 Asian Games, Singh won both the 200-metre and 400-metre races. Later that year he captured the 400-metre gold at the Commonwealth Games, which was India’s first athletics gold in the history of the Games.
When did the Milkha Singh joined the Indian Army? Where did he work before that?
Milkha Shingh joined Army in 1951 . Before that he at a shop and sold tyres .
Why do parents in our country usually discourage their children from spending too much time on sports?
Parents are concerned about their children’s job prospects, so they discourage their children from spending much time on sports.
define Icons
People who are famous and highly regarded for their achievements in particular field.
Define Civilian order
An award given to citizen for outstanding achievements in their field of work.
Define Saga of Struggle
A tail of continued struggle
Define Setbacks
Incident that delay of reverse one’s progress
Define Seen him though
Helped him overcome challenges in life
Define Seen him though
Helped him overcome challenges in life
Define Biopic
A film based on the life of a real person.
Define rigorous
Very strict and through
define legacy
Something that is handed down from an earlier generations.
Faction
Fact + Fiction
Electronic + Mail
Brunch
Breakfast + Lunch