Question

The contextual meaning of ‘sanctuary’ in the comprehension passage I is ‘shade’. The same word ‘sanctuary’ is used in a variety of sentences given below. They have different meanings in different contexts. Refer to a dictionary and write the meanings. (a) Banita’s home was a sanctuary for runaway kids. (b) The refugees found sanctuary when they reached India. (c) The sanctuary contains the altar of sacrifice.
(d) I found sanctuary in the cave to save myself from the storm. (e) Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area for tigers.

Answer 1

Answer:

the activity in which people talk about something and tell each other their ideas or opinions:

We will hold/have discussions with employee representatives about possible redundancies.

The matter is still under discussion (= being considered).

a discussion group/document

Answer 2

‘Sanctuary’ meaning in different contexts

a) Banita’s home was a sanctuary for runaway kids- Asylum.

b) The refugees found sanctuary when they reached India- refuge.

c) The sanctuary contains altar of sacrifice- haven.

d) I found sanctuary in the cave to save myself from the storm- shelter.

e) Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area for tigers- protection.