Where did the narrator find the roll-top desk?
A.In a junk shop in Bridport
B.In an antique store in London
C.In his grandfather's attic
D.At an auction house
What was written on the note attached to the tin box?
A.Property of Jim Macpherson
B.Christmas memories 1914
C.Jim's last letter, received January 25, 1915. To be buried with me when the time comes.
D.Secret letters from the war
What date was Jim's letter written?
A.December 24, 1914
B.December 25, 1914
C.December 26, 1914
D.January 25, 1915
Who initiated the Christmas Truce according to Jim's letter?
A.Jim Macpherson and the British soldiers
B.The commanding officers
C.Fritz (the German soldiers)
D.Both sides simultaneously
What was Hans Wolf's profession before the war?
A.School teacher
B.Writer
C.Cellist in an orchestra
D.Doctor
Which English author was Hans Wolf's favorite?
A.Charles Dickens
B.William Shakespeare
C.Thomas Hardy
D.Jane Austen
How had Hans Wolf learned about England and Dorset?
A.He had visited England before the war
B.From school and reading English books
C.From his German friends
D.From military training
What food items did the soldiers share during the truce?
A.Only British rations
B.Rum, schnapps, sausage, and Christmas cake
C.Only German food
D.Bread and water
What game did the soldiers play in no man's land?
A.Cricket
B.Football (soccer)
C.Cards
D.Chess
Why did Jim prefer cricket over football for resolving conflicts?
A.Cricket was more popular in England
B.Because then the Tommies could be sure of winning
C.Cricket was more peaceful
D.He didn't know how to play football
What carol did the German soldiers sing that night?
A.White Christmas
B.Stille Nacht (Silent Night)
C.O Holy Night
D.Jingle Bells
How old was Connie Macpherson when the narrator visited her?
A.95 years old
B.98 years old
C.101 years old
D.103 years old
Why was Connie living in a nursing home?
A.She chose to move there
B.Her house had burned down and she was rescued just in time
C.Her family put her there
D.She was too old to live alone
Who did Connie think the narrator was when he visited her?
A.Her nephew
B.A doctor
C.Her husband Jim
D.A stranger
What does Connie call 'the best Christmas present in the world'?
A.The letter itself
B.The tin box
C.The visitor whom she believes is Jim
D.The nursing home's Christmas celebration
What does Hans Wolf mean when he says 'No one dies in a football match'?
A.Football is safer than war
B.Sports are better ways to resolve conflicts than war
C.Football players are not soldiers
D.Games are more important than fighting
What literary device is used in 'We agreed about everything, and he was my enemy'?
A.Metaphor
B.Simile
C.Irony
D.Alliteration
Which past perfect tense is correctly used in 'The veneer had lifted almost everywhere'?
A.It shows an action completed before another past action
B.It shows a future action
C.It shows a present continuous action
D.It shows habitual past action
What does 'run out' mean in 'the schnapps and rum had long since run out'?
A.Spilled everywhere
B.Been completely used up
C.Been shared equally
D.Gone bad
What historical period does this story primarily take place in?
A.World War II
B.World War I
C.American Civil War
D.Napoleonic Wars
If Jim was a school teacher from Dorset, what does this tell us about soldiers in WWI?
A.Only teachers became soldiers
B.Soldiers came from all walks of life
C.Teachers were better soldiers
D.Only educated people fought
What does the sharing of Christmas cake symbolize in the story?
A.British generosity
B.Christmas traditions
C.Human kindness transcending conflict
D.Homesickness
How does the frame narrative structure enhance the story?
A.It makes it more confusing
B.It connects past and present, showing the lasting impact of events
C.It's just a literary technique
D.It makes the story longer
What makes Connie's reaction to the narrator so poignant?
A.She's very old
B.She mistakes him for her long-lost husband Jim
C.She lives in a nursing home
D.She has no visitors
What does the Christmas Truce teach us about human nature?
A.People are naturally violent
B.Soldiers don't want to fight
C.Common humanity can overcome artificial divisions
D.Christmas makes people emotional
In real life, what happened to most soldiers after truces like this during WWI?
A.They became friends permanently
B.They were promoted
C.They likely had to return to fighting each other
D.They were sent home
What makes Jim's optimism about the war ending by next Christmas ironic?
A.He doesn't want the war to end
B.World War I actually lasted until 1918
C.Christmas was still far away
D.He was not a good predictor
How does literature serve as a bridge between Jim and Hans?
A.They both read the same books
B.Hans's love of Thomas Hardy creates instant connection with Jim from Dorset
C.They discuss poetry together
D.Literature is not important in their meeting
What does the burned-out shell of Connie's house symbolize?
A.The destruction of war
B.The passage of time and loss
C.Connie's poverty
D.Fire safety issues
How does Michael Morpurgo use the Christmas setting effectively?
A.Christmas is just decorative
B.It contrasts peace and goodwill with the reality of war
C.It makes the story seasonal
D.Christmas has no special meaning
What role does memory play in the story?
A.Memory is unreliable
B.Only bad memories matter
C.Memory preserves love and hope across time
D.Memory causes confusion
If you were writing a newspaper headline about the Christmas Truce, which would be most appropriate?
A.Soldiers Stop Fighting for Food
B.Enemies Become Friends: Humanity Triumphs on Christmas Day
C.British Win Football Match Against Germans
D.War Continues Despite Brief Pause
What writing technique makes the letter feel authentic and emotional?
A.First-person narrative voice
B.Use of formal language
C.Complex sentence structure
D.Third-person perspective
How does the story suggest that art and culture can unite people?
A.Through shared appreciation of music and literature
B.By learning foreign languages
C.Through competitive activities
D.Art has no role in the story
What lesson does this story teach about the nature of conflicts?
A.Conflicts are always necessary
B.People fighting each other often have more in common than differences
C.Wars solve problems effectively
D.Soldiers enjoy fighting
How does the discovery of the secret drawer create suspense?
A.It's just a coincidence
B.It builds anticipation about what secrets the desk might hold
C.Secret drawers are common
D.The narrator expected to find something
What does Connie's habit of reading Jim's letter every day reveal about her character?
A.She has memory problems
B.She's obsessive
C.Her enduring love and hope never died
D.She has nothing else to do
Why is it significant that Hans Wolf has a six-month-old son?
A.It shows he's responsible
B.It humanizes him and shows what he's fighting for
C.It's just personal information
D.It explains why he wants to go home
What real-world application does this story have for modern conflicts?
A.Sports should replace all wars
B.Understanding shared humanity can help resolve conflicts peacefully
C.Letters are important in war
D.Christmas solves all problems
How does the author use contrast to enhance the story's impact?
A.By contrasting past and present throughout the narrative
B.Through different character personalities
C.By using different writing styles
D.Contrast is not used in the story
What makes this story suitable for young readers studying history and literature?
A.It's a simple story
B.It combines historical events with human emotions and moral lessons
C.It's short and easy to read
D.It has no difficult vocabulary
How does the author show that war affects more than just soldiers?
A.By focusing only on military strategy
B.Through Connie's lifelong wait and the families mentioned by both soldiers
C.By describing battle scenes
D.War only affects soldiers in this story
What would be the most appropriate alternative title for this story?
A.The Christmas Truce
B.Jim and Hans: Unlikely Friends
C.A Letter from the Past
D.The Best Christmas Present in the World is the most appropriate
How could this story inspire students to think about peace-building?
A.By showing that conflicts are impossible to resolve
B.By demonstrating how understanding and shared experiences can bridge divides
C.By proving that war is necessary
D.The story has no relevance to peace-building
What writing technique would students learn from analyzing this story's structure?
A.How to write action scenes
B.How to use frame narratives and flashbacks effectively
C.How to write formal letters
D.How to create dialogue
On which date did the devastating Indian Ocean tsunami occur?
A.December 24, 2004
B.December 25, 2004
C.December 26, 2004
D.December 27, 2004
What was Ignesious's first action when he felt the earthquake?
A.He immediately ran outside
B.He carefully moved his television set to the ground
C.He woke up his children
D.He called for help
How many family members did Ignesious lose in the tsunami?
A.Three - his wife and two children
B.Four - his wife, two children, and father-in-law
C.Five - his wife, two children, father-in-law, and brother-in-law
D.Two - just his wife and one child
What was Sanjeev's profession?
A.Teacher
B.Policeman
C.Doctor
D.Fisherman
Why did Sanjeev jump into the water during the tsunami?
A.To save his own family
B.To rescue John's wife who was crying for help
C.To retrieve belongings
D.To find a better escape route
How long did Meghna float in the sea?
A.One day
B.Two days
C.Three days
D.One week
How many times did Meghna see relief helicopters while floating at sea?
A.Seven times
B.Nine times
C.Eleven times
D.Fifteen times
Where was Almas Javed a student?
A.A school in Nancowry
B.Carmel Convent in Port Blair
C.A school in Katchall
D.A school in Thailand
Why was Almas's family in Nancowry island?
A.They lived there permanently
B.For a business trip
C.To celebrate Christmas
D.For a school function
What did Almas's father observe that made him realize danger was coming?
A.He heard strange animal sounds
B.He felt strong earthquake tremors
C.He saw the sea water recede
D.He received a warning message
How old was Tilly Smith when she recognized the tsunami warning signs?
A.Eight years old
B.Nine years old
C.Ten years old
D.Eleven years old
What reminded Tilly of the impending tsunami?
A.A documentary she watched on TV
B.A geography lesson and video she saw just two weeks before
C.A book she had read
D.Stories her teacher told
What warning signs did Tilly observe at the beach?
A.Animals running away
B.The sea slowly rising, foaming, bubbling and forming whirlpools
C.Loud rumbling sounds
D.People screaming
How did Tilly's mother initially react to her daughter's warnings?
A.She immediately understood the danger
B.She didn't know what a tsunami was but trusted Tilly's fear
C.She ignored Tilly completely
D.She thought Tilly was playing
Where did the Smith family take refuge during the tsunami?
A.In their hotel room on the ground floor
B.In the hotel swimming pool area first, then the third floor
C.In a nearby building
D.On higher ground outside
According to the text, how many people died in the Indian Ocean tsunami?
A.More than 100,000 people
B.More than 120,000 people
C.More than 150,000 people
D.More than 200,000 people
What unusual behavior did elephants show before the tsunami?
A.They became very quiet
B.They screamed and ran for higher ground
C.They gathered in groups
D.They refused to eat
How many animal carcasses were found at Yala National Park after the tsunami?
A.None
B.Only two water buffaloes
C.Several elephants
D.Many different animals
What are the two main theories about why animals sensed the tsunami?
A.They have supernatural powers and better eyesight
B.They have a sixth sense and more acute hearing that detects vibrations
C.They are more intelligent and have better memory
D.They communicate with each other and follow leaders
What does the word 'recede' mean in the context of Almas's father observing the sea?
A.Rise higher
B.Move back from where it was
C.Become very rough
D.Change color
In the sentence 'Meghna was swept away,' what voice is being used?
A.Active voice
B.Passive voice
C.Present continuous
D.Past perfect
Which of these sentences is in active voice?
A.Almas's grandfather was hit on the head
B.Sixty visitors were washed away
C.The waves swept Meghna away
D.No animal carcasses were found
What makes Sanjeev's story particularly heroic?
A.He saved many people
B.He survived against all odds
C.He sacrificed his life trying to save a stranger after already saving his family
D.He was very strong and brave
What lesson does Tilly's story teach about education?
A.Geography is the most important subject
B.Students should watch more videos in class
C.Classroom learning can have real-world applications that save lives
D.Children know more than adults
Why might Almas be described as traumatized?
A.She was physically injured
B.She lost her entire family and witnessed horrific events at age 10
C.She was afraid of water
D.She was far from home
What does the survival of animals but massive human casualties suggest?
A.Animals are stronger than humans
B.Animals may have better natural disaster detection abilities
C.Humans don't care about danger
D.Animals were just lucky
How does the story show the randomness of survival in disasters?
A.Only strong people survived
B.People who prepared survived
C.Some families were completely separated and some members died while others lived
D.Rich people had better chances
What is an archipelago?
A.A single large island
B.A group of many islands and the surrounding sea
C.A coastal city
D.A type of boat
What caused the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami?
A.A volcanic eruption
B.A massive undersea earthquake off northern Sumatra
C.A landslide
D.Strong ocean currents
Which word best describes the movement in 'the family rushed out of the house'?
A.Slow movement
B.Fast movement
C.Neither slow nor fast
D.Backward movement
How did the Smith family's experience differ from many other tourists?
A.They were staying at a better hotel
B.They were warned by Tilly's knowledge and escaped, while others lost entire families
C.They were better swimmers
D.They had more money
What real-world application can students derive from these tsunami stories?
A.Always listen to weather reports
B.Learn to swim well
C.Understand natural disaster warning signs and take science education seriously
D.Avoid traveling to coastal areas
Why might Ignesious's first reaction of securing the television be considered problematic?
A.He should have helped neighbors first
B.He wasted precious time on material objects instead of immediate evacuation
C.The TV wasn't valuable
D.He should have called for help
What does Meghna's story teach us about human endurance?
A.Young people are stronger
B.Humans can survive incredible hardships through determination and luck
C.Rescue operations are unreliable
D.Ocean survival is easy
How does the chapter balance tragedy with hope?
A.It focuses only on survivors
B.It shows both devastating losses and remarkable survival stories
C.It minimizes the disaster's impact
D.It emphasizes only positive outcomes
What role did quick thinking play in survival during the tsunami?
A.It wasn't important
B.Critical - those who recognized warning signs or acted quickly had better survival chances
C.Only adults could think quickly
D.Quick thinking made no difference
How do these stories demonstrate the unpredictability of natural disasters?
A.They show disasters follow patterns
B.They demonstrate how survival often depends on chance, location, and split-second decisions
C.They prove disasters can be predicted
D.They show only prepared people survive
What does the international scope of the tsunami teach about global cooperation?
A.Countries should work independently
B.Natural disasters require international cooperation and relief efforts
C.Only affected countries should respond
D.International help is unnecessary
How might these stories influence students' approach to science education?
A.Make them avoid studying disasters
B.Help them understand that scientific knowledge can have life-saving practical applications
C.Discourage them from visiting beaches
D.Make them fearful of natural phenomena
What does the phrase 'relief helicopters' specifically refer to?
A.Military attack helicopters
B.Tourist helicopters
C.Helicopters bringing help to people during disasters
D.News helicopters
Which period of Indian history does 'Glimpses of the Past' cover?
A.1647 to 1747
B.1757 to 1857
C.1857 to 1947
D.1765 to 1885
How did the British East India Company initially expand its power in India?
A.Through peaceful negotiations
B.By using superior weapons and exploiting rivalries between Indian princes
C.By offering better trade deals
D.Through religious conversion
Who was Tipu Sultan and what made him different from other Indian rulers?
A.A British supporter who helped them
B.A far-seeing ruler of Mysore who fought the British till he died
C.A ruler who welcomed British trade
D.A prince who asked the British for help
Between 1822 and 1836, how many Indians died of starvation due to British policies?
A.Five lakh Indians
B.Ten lakh Indians
C.Fifteen lakh Indians
D.Twenty lakh Indians
What did Ram Mohan Roy mean when he said 'Cows are of different colours, but the colour of their milk is the same'?
A.He was talking about farming practices
B.All religions teach the same essential principles despite surface differences
C.He was discussing animal husbandry
D.Different people have different opinions about cows
What was Regulation III passed by the British in 1818?
A.A law about trade regulations
B.A law allowing Indians to be jailed without trial in court
C.A law about land ownership
D.A law about religious practices
Who was Macaulay and what did he recommend in 1835?
A.A British general who recommended military reforms
B.An Englishman who suggested teaching Indians through English language
C.An Indian reformer who promoted Sanskrit education
D.A trader who recommended new trade policies
What happened to the Santhals in Bengal in 1855?
A.They were given new lands by the British
B.They became desperate after losing lands under new rules and rose in rebellion
C.They supported the British government
D.They moved to other provinces
What was the main complaint of Indian sepoys about pay and treatment?
A.They wanted longer holidays
B.White soldiers got huge pay and mansions while they got pittance and slow promotions
C.They wanted better food
D.They wanted different uniforms
What was the problem with the cartridges that sparked the 1857 revolt?
A.They were defective and didn't work
B.The grease on bullets was made from cow and pig fat, offending Hindu and Muslim soldiers
C.They were too expensive
D.They were difficult to load
Who was Sepoy Mangal Pande?
A.A British supporter among Indian soldiers
B.The sepoy who attacked his regiment's adjutant and was executed
C.A military leader who supported the British
D.A sepoy who discovered the cartridge problem
How did people communicate the message of revolt across villages?
A.Through letters and newspapers
B.By sending chapatis from village to village and lotus flowers among soldiers
C.Through religious gatherings
D.By using drums and signals
Where did the sepoys march to after the violent outbreak at Meerut?
A.Calcutta
B.Delhi
C.Mumbai
D.Lucknow
Who was Begum Hazrat Mahal?
A.A British supporter
B.A former ruler of Lucknow who was bitter about losing her kingdom
C.A social reformer
D.A military general
What did 80-year-old Kunwar Singh of Bihar do when he received a bullet in his wrist?
A.He surrendered to the British
B.He called for medical help
C.He offered his wounded wrist to Mother Ganga as his last offering
D.He retreated from battle
What was the main difference between Persian/Sanskrit education and English education?
A.Persian/Sanskrit was more practical
B.English education produced clerks for British jobs while also creating intellectuals
C.Persian/Sanskrit was easier to learn
D.English education was only for the wealthy
What did Governor-General Bentinck mean by 'The bones of cotton weavers are bleaching the plains of India'?
A.Weavers were working in the sun
B.Many cotton weavers had died due to the destruction of the textile industry
C.Weavers were migrating to other countries
D.Cotton production had increased
What was Ram Mohan Roy's approach to reform?
A.Completely reject Indian traditions
B.Completely reject Western ideas
C.Balance ancient Indian culture with modern scientific knowledge
D.Focus only on religious reform
Why did the British stop Ram Mohan Roy's newspapers in 1823?
A.They were not profitable
B.They had poor content
C.The British were suspicious of his efforts to spread awareness
D.He requested to stop them
In what cities did the 1857 rebellion spread according to the text?
A.Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata
B.Bareilly, Kanpur, and Allahabad
C.Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Pune
D.Surat, Ahmedabad, and Vadodara
What does the term 'topiwala' used by Indian soldiers refer to?
A.Indian cap makers
B.A derogatory term for the British (referring to their hats)
C.Military headgear
D.Traditional Indian headwear
What was the main goal of the intellectuals created by English education?
A.To serve the British faithfully
B.To educate their brothers and convey grievances to the British Parliament
C.To become wealthy merchants
D.To learn more English
How did the comic strip format help in presenting history?
A.It made history more entertaining only
B.It condensed complex historical information into accessible visual narrative with speech bubbles
C.It was easier to print
D.It required less research
What was the significance of By 1829, Britain exporting goods worth seven crore rupees to India?
A.It showed India was getting cheaper goods
B.It demonstrated how British industries prospered while Indian industries died
C.It proved trade was beneficial for both countries
D.It showed India's purchasing power
What is the difference between direct and indirect speech as shown in the comic?
A.Direct speech uses past tense, indirect uses present
B.Direct speech shows exact words in speech bubbles, indirect reports what was said
C.Direct speech is for formal writing, indirect for informal
D.There is no significant difference
Why is this chapter called 'Glimpses of the Past'?
A.It covers the entire history of India
B.It provides brief, visual snapshots of key historical events and periods
C.It focuses only on ancient history
D.It discusses only British history
What was the ultimate impact of the policies described in this chapter?
A.They improved India's economy
B.They led to the First War of Independence in 1857
C.They brought peace to India
D.They modernized Indian society
How did the British view Indians according to the comic?
A.As equals and partners
B.As unworthy of trust and incapable of honesty
C.As valuable allies
D.As skilled workers
What made the 1857 revolt different from earlier uprisings?
A.It was only a military revolt
B.It was limited to one region
C.It involved widespread participation from soldiers, rulers, and common people across North India
D.It was peaceful and non-violent
What lesson does this chapter teach about the power of visual storytelling?
A.Pictures are less effective than text
B.Visual narratives can make complex subjects accessible and engaging
C.Comics are only for entertainment
D.Visual media lacks depth
How does this historical narrative relate to modern India?
A.It has no relevance to modern times
B.It helps understand the foundations of Indian independence and national consciousness
C.It only provides entertainment value
D.It discourages pride in Indian heritage
What was the role of economic policies in causing discontent?
A.They improved living standards
B.They systematically drained wealth from India, destroyed industries, and caused famines
C.They had no significant impact
D.They helped develop Indian infrastructure
How did different groups in Indian society contribute to the 1857 revolt?
A.Only soldiers participated
B.Soldiers, displaced rulers, landlords, religious leaders, and common people all participated
C.Only the educated class participated
D.Only rural people participated
What does the story teach about the importance of unity among rulers?
A.Unity is not necessary for strength
B.Divided rulers can be easily conquered by a united foreign power
C.Individual strength matters more than unity
D.Unity guarantees victory
How does this chapter demonstrate the evolution of resistance in India?
A.It shows no evolution in resistance
B.It traces the development from individual resistance to organized mass movement
C.It shows only military resistance
D.It focuses only on peaceful resistance
What message does this chapter convey about the importance of education?
A.Education is not important for freedom
B.Both traditional and modern education have roles in creating awareness and resistance
C.Only Western education is valuable
D.Education should be avoided
How effective is this comic strip format for students learning history today?
A.Not effective because it oversimplifies
B.Very effective because it makes complex history accessible and engaging
C.Only suitable for younger children
D.Inferior to traditional textbook methods
What does this chapter suggest about the relationship between culture and resistance?
A.Culture has no role in resistance movements
B.Cultural identity and pride are essential foundations for resistance against oppression
C.Culture should be abandoned for progress
D.Only political action matters in resistance
What modern lessons can students derive from studying this historical period?
A.History has no relevance to modern times
B.Understanding exploitation patterns, importance of unity, and value of resistance against injustice
C.Only political history matters
D.Economic issues are unimportant
How does this chapter balance showing different perspectives on historical events?
A.It only shows the Indian perspective
B.It only shows the British perspective
C.It presents both Indian resistance and British colonial attitudes through various characters
D.It avoids showing any perspectives
How often does Bepin Choudhury visit the bookshop?
A.Every day
B.Every Monday
C.Every weekend
D.Once a month
What types of books does Bepin Babu prefer?
A.Romance and poetry
B.Crime stories, ghost stories and thrillers
C.History and biography
D.Science and mathematics
Who claims to have met Bepin Babu in Ranchi?
A.Dinesh Mukerji
B.Parimal Ghose
C.Chunilal
D.Dr. Chanda
In which year did the alleged Ranchi trip take place?
What injury does Parimal claim Bepin Babu sustained in Ranchi?
A.Broken arm
B.Cut on right knee at Hudroo Falls
C.Sprained ankle
D.Head injury
Where does Bepin Babu claim he was during October 1958?
A.In Calcutta
B.In Kanpur with friend Haridas
C.In Ranchi
D.In Delhi on business
What does Bepin Babu discover when he examines his right knee?
A.No mark at all
B.An old inch-long cut mark
C.A fresh wound
D.A birthmark
How does Dinesh Mukerji respond when Bepin asks about 1958?
A.Denies being in Ranchi
B.Confirms they were both in Ranchi together
C.Says he can't remember
D.Refuses to answer
What is Chunilal's profession when he meets Bepin?
A.He works in a travel agency
B.He is unemployed and seeking work
C.He is a doctor
D.He is a writer
What service does Chunilal claim to have provided for Bepin's Ranchi trip?
A.Hotel booking
B.Railway booking and seeing him off at station
C.Travel insurance
D.Tour guide services
What does Dr. Chanda suggest as treatment for Bepin's condition?
A.Complete rest and medication
B.Return to Ranchi to trigger memory
C.Hypnosis therapy
D.Brain surgery
What happens to Bepin at Hudroo Falls during his return trip?
A.He remembers everything
B.He loses consciousness and is found by picnickers
C.He meets Parimal Ghose again
D.He injures his knee again
How does Bepin discover the truth about his 'memory loss'?
A.Dr. Chanda tells him
B.Through a letter from Chunilal
C.He suddenly remembers
D.Parimal Ghose confesses
What motivates Chunilal to create this elaborate deception?
A.Mental illness
B.Revenge for Bepin's refusal to help with employment
C.Scientific experiment
D.Entertainment purposes
What resource does Chunilal say he has despite having no money?
A.Connections
B.Imagination
C.Knowledge
D.Experience
How long has Bepin Babu been working at his firm?
A.Twenty years
B.Twenty-five years
C.Thirty years
D.Fifteen years
What personal detail about Bepin's family does Parimal mention?
A.His wife died ten years ago and he has no children
B.He has three children
C.His parents live with him
D.He has a large extended family
Why doesn't Bepin want to visit the mental hospital in Ranchi according to Parimal?
A.He's afraid of doctors
B.His brother died insane
C.He has a phobia of hospitals
D.He doesn't believe in mental treatment
What does Bepin always carry on his sightseeing trips according to Parimal?
A.Camera
B.Bag with books
C.First aid kit
D.Food and water
What topic did Bepin and someone else argue about in Ranchi according to Parimal?
A.Politics
B.Moon landing
C.Sports
D.Literature
Why can't Bepin verify his Kanpur trip with Haridas?
A.Haridas is dead
B.Haridas has moved to Japan and he doesn't have the address
C.Haridas won't speak to him
D.Haridas has memory problems too
What physical symptoms does Bepin experience during his crisis?
A.Fever and chills
B.Sweating, rapid heartbeat, and loss of appetite
C.Headache and nausea
D.Dizziness and fainting
What is unusual about Bepin's memory problem according to Dr. Chanda?
A.It affects his work performance
B.He remembers everything except one specific incident
C.It comes and goes randomly
D.It only affects recent memories
What does Bepin feel upon arriving in Ranchi during his return trip?
A.Immediate recognition
B.Realizes at once he had never been there before
C.Partial memory return
D.Confusion and uncertainty
What does Chunilal mention about his future prospects in his confession letter?
A.He's found a new job
B.A novel he's written is being considered by a publisher
C.He's starting a business
D.He's moving abroad
How does Bepin respond to Dr. Chanda after learning the truth?
A.Tells him the whole truth
B.Claims his memory returned when he reached Ranchi
C.Admits he was tricked
D.Says he's still confused
What complaint does Bepin make to Dr. Chanda at the end?
A.Continued memory problems
B.Hip pain from a fall in Ranchi
C.Headaches and anxiety
D.Sleep difficulties
What type of story is 'Bepin Choudhury's Lapse of Memory'?
A.Historical fiction
B.Psychological mystery with humor
C.Science fiction
D.Horror story
What does Chunilal's deception reveal about the power of?
A.Money
B.Imagination and creativity
C.Social connections
D.Education
What does Bepin's lifestyle reveal about his character?
A.He's very social and outgoing
B.He's solitary, not a good mixer, prefers books to people
C.He's very family-oriented
D.He's adventurous and spontaneous
How does the story comment on friendship and social responsibility?
A.Friends should never ask for help
B.Successful people have obligations to help old friends in need
C.Money is more important than friendship
D.Past friendships don't matter in adulthood
What role does memory play in personal identity according to the story?
A.Memory is unreliable and doesn't matter
B.Memory is central to our sense of self and identity
C.Only recent memories are important
D.Memory can be easily replaced
What literary technique does Satyajit Ray use to build suspense?
A.Multiple perspectives
B.Detailed evidence that supports false claims
C.Time jumps
D.Unreliable narrator
What is ironic about Bepin's final interaction with Dr. Chanda?
A.He tells the truth
B.He continues the fiction about Ranchi even after learning it was fake
C.He admits to lying
D.He asks for mental health treatment
How does the story's setting in Calcutta contribute to its themes?
A.It provides exotic background
B.It represents urban isolation and changing social relationships
C.It's irrelevant to the story
D.It creates historical context
What does Chunilal's success as a writer at the end suggest?
A.Crime pays
B.Creative talent can overcome economic hardship
C.Revenge is always successful
D.Lying is acceptable
How does the story critique affluent people's attitudes toward friendship?
A.It supports their independence
B.It suggests they should maintain all old friendships
C.It criticizes their tendency to avoid responsibilities to less fortunate friends
D.It says money doesn't matter in friendship
What is the significance of the story's surprise ending?
A.It's just for entertainment
B.It reveals how elaborate deceptions can be created when people feel wronged
C.It proves memory is unreliable
D.It shows doctors are often wrong
What does Dr. Chanda's interest in writing about the case suggest about the story's themes?
A.Medical research is important
B.The case appears genuine from medical perspective, highlighting the deception's sophistication
C.Doctors like publicity
D.Memory problems are common
How does the story use humor to address serious social issues?
A.It makes fun of mental illness
B.It uses gentle comedy to highlight friendship obligations without being preachy
C.It mocks medical professionals
D.It ridicules memory problems
What does Bepin's reputation as a 'conscientious worker' add to the story?
A.It shows he's a good person
B.It emphasizes how the crisis affects even his professional competence
C.It proves he's reliable
D.It's irrelevant to the plot
What makes Parimal Ghose's claims so convincing initially?
A.He's a good actor
B.He provides specific, verifiable details about Bepin's personal life
C.He has photographs
D.He's very persuasive
How does the story's title reflect its central theme?
A.It focuses only on memory problems
B.It highlights how a false memory crisis reveals relationship issues
C.It's just descriptive
D.It refers to aging
What lesson might readers take from Chunilal's actions?
A.Revenge is always justified
B.Creative problem-solving can address feelings of powerlessness, though the methods may be questionable
C.Lying is acceptable
D.Poor people should trick rich people
How does Satyajit Ray balance entertainment with social commentary?
A.He focuses only on entertainment
B.He embeds social messages within an engaging mystery plot
C.He preaches directly to readers
D.He avoids social issues
In which year was Major Ahluwalia part of the successful Indian Everest expedition?
What was the dominant emotion Major Ahluwalia felt when he reached the summit?
A.Jubilation
B.Humility
C.Pride
D.Relief
Why did the author feel a 'tinge of sadness' at the summit?
A.He was physically exhausted
B.The weather was bad
C.He had done the 'ultimate' and all roads would lead down
D.He missed his family
What is the simplest answer to why people climb mountains?
A.For fame and recognition
B.Because it is there
C.To prove their strength
D.For scientific research
According to the author, what three qualities are essential for mountain climbing?
A.Speed, strength, and courage
B.Endurance, persistence, and willpower
C.Intelligence, skill, and luck
D.Experience, equipment, and weather
How does the author describe his personal relationship with mountains?
A.As a professional challenge
B.As a means of communion with God
C.As a source of income
D.As a way to become famous
What makes Everest irresistible according to the author?
A.It's the closest mountain to his home
B.It's the highest, mightiest, and has defied many attempts
C.It's the easiest to climb
D.It has the best weather conditions
What does the author mean by the experience being 'mystical'?
A.It involves magic
B.A spiritual change within oneself that's hard to explain
C.It's unreal or imaginary
D.It involves supernatural powers
Why can't the climb be given up halfway according to the author?
A.The equipment is too heavy to carry back
B.The passage back is as difficult as going forward
C.There are no rescue services available
D.It would be embarrassing
What happens during the typical climb described by the author?
A.Climbers work independently
B.They share rope, take turns cutting steps, and support each other
C.They race to reach first
D.They follow a guide
What do climbers often want to do during difficult moments?
A.Call for rescue
B.Go back down instead of up
C.Take a long rest
D.Change their route
How does the author describe the surrounding peaks from the summit?
A.Like soldiers in formation
B.Like a jewelled necklace around the neck of your summit
C.Like steps leading to heaven
D.Like old friends greeting you
What picture did Major Ahluwalia leave on Everest?
A.A picture of Goddess Durga
B.A picture of Guru Nanak
C.A relic of Buddha
D.A cross
What did Rawat leave on the summit?
A.A picture of Guru Nanak
B.A picture of Goddess Durga
C.A Buddha relic
D.A Christian cross
According to the author, what do these religious symbols represent?
A.Conquest of the mountain
B.Reverence, not conquest
C.Different nationalities
D.Good luck charms
What does the author mean by 'the summit within'?
A.The inside of the mountain
B.The mountain peak in your mind - self-knowledge
C.The core of the earth
D.Hidden caves in mountains
Why can't anyone else climb your internal mountain?
A.It's too dangerous for others
B.It's a personal journey that only you can undertake
C.Others don't have the right equipment
D.It's against the rules
How does climbing the external mountain relate to the internal one?
A.They are completely unrelated
B.External climbing is easier
C.The physical act is akin to climbing the mountain within
D.Internal climbing is just imagination
What does the author say about the effects of both climbs?
A.External climb is more important
B.Internal climb is more important
C.The effects of both climbs are the same
D.They have opposite effects
What inspiration has the Everest experience provided the author?
A.To climb more mountains
B.To face life's ordeals resolutely
C.To become a professional climber
D.To write adventure books
According to the author, how do the internal summits compare to Everest?
A.They are much easier
B.They are perhaps higher than Everest
C.They are exactly the same
D.They don't exist
What does the author mean when he says 'The man who has been to the mountains is never the same again'?
A.Mountains change your physical appearance
B.The experience completely transforms you
C.You become addicted to climbing
D.You can't live anywhere else
Why does the author feel miserable when away from mountains?
A.Mountains are his home
B.He has a fear of plains
C.Mountains represent nature at its best and spiritual connection
D.He has no friends in other places
What does the author say about adventure and risk?
A.Adventure should be avoided
B.Risk is not worth taking
C.Adventure is risky but also pleasurable due to eternal love for adventure in man
D.Only professionals should take risks
What happens to a person's perspective after reaching a mountain summit?
A.They become arrogant
B.They become conscious of their smallness in the universe
C.They feel superior to others
D.They lose interest in other activities
How does the author describe the beauty and challenges of mountains?
A.As purely physical obstacles
B.Beauty, aloofness, might, ruggedness, and difficulties that draw climbers
C.As insurmountable barriers
D.As simple geographic features
What role do companions play in mountain climbing according to the essay?
A.They slow you down
B.They provide essential mutual support and inspiration
C.They are unnecessary
D.They create competition
What does the author suggest about the relationship between physical and spiritual achievement?
A.They are completely separate
B.Physical achievement is more important
C.The experience is not merely physical but emotional and spiritual
D.Spiritual achievement is impossible
Why does the author say climbing questions like 'Why do you breathe?' cannot be fully answered?
A.They are too complex scientifically
B.Some fundamental human motivations and needs are beyond complete explanation
C.People are secretive about their reasons
D.The questions are meaningless
What does the author mean by saying Everest takes 'the last ounce of one's energy'?
A.It requires complete physical and mental commitment
B.You need to carry heavy weights
C.It takes exactly one ounce of energy
D.You become permanently tired
How does the author view the act of bowing down at the summit?
A.As a sign of defeat
B.As showing obeisance to whichever God you worship
C.As a climbing technique
D.As protection from wind
What does the author suggest about the lasting value of the climbing experience?
A.It fades quickly
B.It provides joy that lasts a lifetime
C.It's only valuable during the climb
D.It has no lasting impact
What makes Everest different from other climbing challenges?
A.It's closer to cities
B.It's the highest, mightiest, and ultimate test of human endurance
C.It has better weather
D.It's easier to climb
How does the author describe the process of reaching the summit?
A.As a sudden achievement
B.You reach it without first being aware of it
C.As a planned moment
D.As a disappointing experience
What does the author say about overcoming obstacles?
A.They should be avoided
B.Man takes delight in overcoming obstacles
C.Only some people enjoy challenges
D.Obstacles are always negative
What type of struggle does the author describe climbing Everest as?
A.An easy walk
B.A brutal struggle with rock and ice
C.A gentle exercise
D.A mental game only
What qualities does the author say mountains represent?
A.Simplicity and ease
B.Beauty, majesty, and challenge
C.Danger and fear
D.Loneliness and isolation
How does the author connect individual climbing with universal human experience?
A.He says climbing is only for special people
B.He suggests everyone should climb mountains
C.He shows how personal mountain climbing reflects universal human drives
D.He separates climbing from normal life
What is the author's view on the relationship between outer achievement and inner growth?
A.They are unrelated
B.Outer achievement prevents inner growth
C.They are parallel and equally important journeys
D.Inner growth is impossible
What does the author suggest about the nature of true conquest?
A.Conquest means dominating nature
B.True conquest involves reverence and self-discovery
C.Conquest is about beating other climbers
D.Physical conquest is the only type that matters
How does the essay demonstrate the multi-cultural nature of the expedition?
A.By mentioning different languages spoken
B.Through religious symbols left by team members from different faiths
C.By describing different climbing techniques
D.Through discussion of various countries
What lesson does the author draw about facing life's difficulties?
A.Avoid all difficulties
B.Face life's ordeals resolutely with determination
C.Only physical challenges matter
D.Difficulties are not worth facing
What does the author mean by 'ennobling, enriching experience'?
A.An experience that makes you wealthy
B.An experience that makes you noble and enriches your character
C.An expensive experience
D.A difficult experience
How does the author view the relationship between physical exhaustion and spiritual insight?
A.They prevent each other
B.Once physical exhaustion passes, deeper questions and insights emerge
C.Physical exhaustion is more important
D.They are unrelated
What makes this essay more than just an adventure story?
A.It includes technical climbing details
B.It combines physical adventure with philosophical reflection on life and self-discovery
C.It mentions famous climbers
D.It describes exotic locations
What happened to Jody's father before the story begins?
A.He fell from a tree
B.He was bitten by a rattlesnake
C.He had a heart attack
D.He was attacked by a wild animal
How did the doe save Penny's life?
A.It fought off the snake
B.It showed him the way to safety
C.Its heart and liver were used to draw out snake poison
D.It called for help
Why does Jody want to find and rescue the fawn?
A.He wants it as a pet for fun
B.He feels responsible since they killed its mother
C.His father ordered him to find it
D.He wants to sell it for money
How does Jody know the fawn is male?
A.By its size
B.The spots were all in a line (male pattern vs. female scattered pattern)
C.By its behavior
D.His father told him
What does Penny mean when he says 'Boy, you've got me hemmed in'?
A.Jody is standing too close to him
B.Jody has cornered him with a moral argument he can't refuse
C.Jody is blocking his way
D.Jody is making too much noise
Who helps Jody get to the location where the fawn might be?
A.His father
B.Doc Wilson
C.Mill-wheel
D.His mother
What does Doc Wilson mean by 'Nothing in the world ever comes quite free'?
A.Everything costs money
B.Every benefit has a cost or obligation attached
C.You must work for everything
D.Life is always difficult
Why doesn't Jody want Mill-wheel to come with him for the final search?
A.Mill-wheel is too slow
B.He wants the meeting to be private and doesn't want his disappointment witnessed
C.He's afraid Mill-wheel will scare the fawn
D.Mill-wheel is not helpful
What indicates to Jody that he has found the right location?
A.He recognizes the trees
B.Buzzards sitting around the doe's carcass
C.Mill-wheel shows him
D.He follows footprints
How does the fawn react when Jody first finds it?
A.It runs away immediately
B.It's quivering but doesn't try to run
C.It attacks him
D.It makes loud noises
How does Jody feel when he first touches the fawn?
A.Frightened
B.Delirious with joy
C.Disappointed
D.Worried
How does Jody treat the fawn while carrying it?
A.Roughly and quickly
B.As gently as if it were a china deer that might break
C.Like a heavy burden
D.With impatience
What does Jody's father tell him about fawns following people?
A.Fawns never follow humans
B.A fawn will follow if it has first been carried
C.Only female fawns follow humans
D.Fawns only follow their mothers
How does Jody feel about the distance home while carrying the fawn?
A.It feels impossibly long
B.The distance seems like nothing because of his joy
C.He gets tired and wants to give up
D.He wishes Mill-wheel was helping
Why won't the fawn climb the steps to the house?
A.It's too tired
B.It's a natural instinct - fawns don't climb stairs
C.It's afraid of the house
D.It wants to stay outside
How does Penny react when he sees Jody with the fawn?
A.He's angry and disappointed
B.He's glad Jody found the fawn
C.He's worried about the cost
D.He orders Jody to take it back
What does Penny notice about Jody's eyes when he sees him with the fawn?
A.They look tired
B.They are as bright as the fawn's eyes
C.They look worried
D.They are filled with tears
What does Jody do to prepare milk for the fawn?
A.He heats it up
B.He skims the cream off the top
C.He adds sugar to it
D.He dilutes it with water
Why can't the fawn drink directly from the gourd?
A.The gourd is too big
B.It doesn't understand how to drink from a container
C.The milk is too cold
D.It's not hungry
How does Jody solve the feeding problem?
A.He finds a baby bottle
B.He dips his fingers in milk and lets the fawn suck them
C.He feeds it with a spoon
D.He pours milk directly into its mouth
How does the fawn behave while feeding?
A.It's very calm and quiet
B.It sucks greedily, bleats, and stamps its hoofs impatiently
C.It refuses to eat
D.It falls asleep while eating
How does Jody feel when the fawn sucks his fingers?
A.Disgusted
B.It was ecstasy to feel its tongue against his hand
C.Worried about germs
D.Impatient
What does Jody's mother's reaction reveal about her character?
A.She's completely against the idea
B.She's reluctantly practical but ultimately supportive
C.She's enthusiastic about the fawn
D.She doesn't care either way
What does the weather represent in the story?
A.It's just background information
B.The clear June morning reflects Jody's joy and the beauty of the moment
C.It shows the hardship of the journey
D.It creates suspense
What does Jody mean when he says 'I'm a big boy now and don't need to drink milk'?
A.He really doesn't like milk
B.He's showing maturity and willingness to sacrifice for the fawn
C.He's lying to get his way
D.He's too old for milk
What role does the community play in supporting Jody's mission?
A.They oppose it completely
B.Doc Wilson validates it morally, Mill-wheel provides transportation
C.They ignore the situation
D.They take over the care themselves
How does the story show the balance between human needs and animal welfare?
A.Humans always come first
B.Animals always come first
C.It shows the moral obligation to care for animals affected by human actions
D.There's no connection between them
What does the buzzards' presence symbolize in the story?
A.Death and the harsh realities of nature
B.Good luck
C.The approaching storm
D.Nothing significant
How does Jody's approach to the fawn demonstrate his character?
A.He's impatient and rough
B.He's gentle, patient, and intuitive about the fawn's needs
C.He's scared and hesitant
D.He's overconfident
What does the fawn's immediate trust in Jody suggest?
A.Animals are naturally trusting
B.The fawn is too young to know better
C.Jody has a special connection with animals
D.The fawn is desperate for care
How does the story's ending suggest the future of Jody and the fawn?
A.They will have problems
B.The relationship will be successful and fulfilling
C.The fawn will run away
D.The family will get rid of the fawn
What lesson does the story teach about responsibility?
A.Avoid responsibility whenever possible
B.Responsibility is too hard for young people
C.Taking responsibility for our actions' consequences leads to growth and joy
D.Responsibility always leads to problems
How does the story address the theme of compassion?
A.Compassion is weakness
B.Compassion should be limited to humans
C.True compassion requires action, not just feeling
D.Compassion is unnecessary
What role does traditional knowledge play in the story?
A.It's portrayed as outdated
B.Traditional remedies and animal knowledge prove valuable and effective
C.It's ignored by the characters
D.It causes problems
How does Jody's relationship with his father influence his actions?
A.He rebels against his father
B.He seeks to prove his maturity and earn his father's respect
C.He's afraid of his father
D.He ignores his father's opinions
What does the description of the fawn's physical appearance emphasize?
A.Its strength and independence
B.Its vulnerability and need for protection
C.Its wildness and unpredictability
D.Its similarity to adult deer
How does the story's setting contribute to its themes?
A.The rural setting is irrelevant
B.Rural life creates closer connections to nature and moral obligations to animals
C.City life would be better for the story
D.The setting creates only obstacles
What does Jody's success in feeding the fawn represent?
A.Just solving a practical problem
B.His ability to nurture and his growing maturity
C.Good luck
D.The fawn's natural instincts
How does the author use sensory details to enhance the story?
A.Only visual descriptions are used
B.Rich descriptions of touch, smell, sight, and sound create emotional connection
C.Sensory details are unnecessary
D.Only sounds are described
What makes this story appealing to readers of different ages?
A.It's only for children
B.It combines adventure with universal themes of compassion and responsibility
C.It's too complex for young readers
D.It has no lasting appeal
How does the story demonstrate the interconnectedness of all living things?
A.It doesn't address this theme
B.Through the chain of events: snake bite → doe's death → fawn's orphaning → human responsibility
C.Only humans matter in the story
D.Animals and humans are completely separate
What does the story suggest about growing up and maturity?
A.Maturity comes automatically with age
B.True maturity involves accepting responsibility for others' welfare
C.Growing up means becoming selfish
D.Children can't be truly responsible
How does the story's structure contribute to its emotional impact?
A.The structure is confusing
B.The journey from moral concern to successful rescue creates satisfying resolution
C.The structure doesn't matter
D.It's too simple
What does Cambridge represent to the writer initially?
A.Just a university
B.His metaphor for England
C.A tourist destination
D.A place of business
Who are the two main people featured in this story?
A.Firdaus Kanga and Isaac Newton
B.Stephen Hawking and Firdaus Kanga
C.The tour guide and Stephen Hawking
D.Two Cambridge professors
What do Stephen Hawking and Firdaus Kanga have in common?
A.They are both scientists
B.They both use wheelchairs due to physical challenges
C.They both live in Cambridge
D.They are both from India
How does Stephen Hawking communicate?
A.Through sign language
B.By writing on paper
C.Through a computer that speaks in a machine-like voice
D.Through an interpreter
What is Stephen Hawking famous for writing?
A.A Brief History of Time
B.The Theory of Everything
C.Cambridge Chronicles
D.Physics for Beginners
How much time does Hawking's assistant initially offer for the meeting?
A.Ten minutes
B.Half an hour
C.One hour
D.Fifteen minutes
What does Hawking mean when he says 'I haven't been brave. I've had no choice'?
A.He was forced to become a scientist
B.He doesn't consider adapting to his condition as bravery but necessity
C.He had no choice in his career
D.He was forced to write books
Why does the writer feel guilty when speaking to Hawking?
A.He's wasting Hawking's time
B.He's forcing Hawking to use his voice synthesizer to respond
C.He's asking inappropriate questions
D.He's interrupting important work
What does Hawking find amusing?
A.Jokes about science
B.When people patronize him
C.Funny movies
D.His computer's voice
How does the writer describe Hawking's physical appearance?
A.As intimidating and frightening
B.Like a still photograph becoming three-dimensional
C.As completely normal
D.As larger than life
What metaphor does the writer use to describe Hawking's essential self?
A.A bright star
B.A lantern whose walls are worn thin showing the light inside
C.A powerful engine
D.A brilliant computer
What does the writer realize about human nature from observing Hawking?
A.Physical appearance is most important
B.The body is almost irrelevant; the essential self is what matters
C.Disability defines a person
D.Only healthy people can achieve great things
What does Hawking say when asked about the best thing about being disabled?
A.It makes you stronger
B.I don't think there is anything good about being disabled
C.It gives you perspective
D.It makes people help you
What does the writer think is good about being disabled?
A.It makes you famous
B.You discover how much kindness there is in the world
C.It makes you more intelligent
D.You get special treatment
Why does being an inspiration not help Hawking?
A.He doesn't like attention
B.When your body is like a claustrophobic room, external admiration doesn't help the daily struggle
C.He's too modest
D.He doesn't believe he's inspiring
What advice does Hawking give to disabled people?
A.Try to do everything normal people do
B.They should concentrate on what they are good at
C.Always stay positive
D.Seek help from others
Why does the writer mention his experience with the Spanish guitar?
A.To show his musical talent
B.To illustrate Hawking's advice about focusing on what you're good at
C.To change the subject
D.To show he's well-rounded
What happens after the scheduled half-hour is up?
A.The writer leaves immediately
B.Hawking asks him to stay for tea and a garden tour
C.The assistant asks them to finish
D.They schedule another meeting
How does the sun affect their communication in the garden?
A.It makes them more talkative
B.It makes Hawking silent because letters on his screen disappear in the glare
C.It improves the computer's performance
D.It has no effect
How does the writer feel when leaving?
A.Disappointed and sad
B.He knows his journey was over, having met an embodiment of his bravest self
C.Confused and uncertain
D.Eager to return soon
What does the writer mean by 'courage account'?
A.A bank account for medical expenses
B.The metaphor that people think disabled people have stored courage they're too lazy to use
C.A record of brave deeds
D.Money saved for emergencies
Why is seeing Hawking particularly meaningful to the writer?
A.He's famous
B.Seeing someone like yourself achieving something huge shows what's possible
C.He's wealthy
D.He lives in Cambridge
What position does Stephen Hawking hold at Cambridge?
A.Professor of Mathematics
B.Isaac Newton's Chair - the same position Newton once held
C.Dean of Physics
D.Visiting Scholar
How does Hawking respond when asked if he finds interruptions annoying?
A.He politely says no
B.He says 'Yes' very directly, then smiles
C.He ignores the question
D.He changes the subject
What does the writer observe about Hawking's communication process?
A.It's very fast and easy
B.It requires tapping a switch with pale fingers, and his eyes often shut in frustrated exhaustion
C.It's completely automated
D.He types very quickly
How does the writer describe Hawking's mind vs. his speech?
A.Both are slow
B.His mind is buoyant with thoughts but they come out as frozen phrases
C.They work perfectly together
D.His speech is faster than his thinking
What does the writer feel about his own physical abilities during the meeting?
A.He feels embarrassed by them
B.He feels huge relief and exhilaration in the possibilities of his body
C.He doesn't think about them
D.He wishes he could trade places
Why does the writer call Hawking 'one of the most beautiful men in the world'?
A.Because of his physical appearance
B.Because of his inner light and essential self shining through
C.Because he's famous
D.Because he's wealthy
What limitation does Hawking's voice synthesizer have?
A.It's too quiet
B.It could convey no inflection, no shades or tone
C.It's too fast
D.It breaks down frequently
How does the garden visit differ from their indoor conversation?
A.They talk more in the garden
B.They can't talk much due to sun glare on the screen
C.The garden is too small
D.Hawking moves more slowly outside
What is significant about the writer saying he knew Hawking was waving 'though he wasn't'?
A.He was hallucinating
B.He felt an emotional/spiritual connection beyond physical gestures
C.Hawking was actually waving
D.He was confused
What does the story suggest about the difference between public image and reality?
A.They are exactly the same
B.Photos and media cannot capture the full reality of a person
C.Public image is more important
D.Reality doesn't matter
What does the writer mean by saying the meeting changed what Cambridge represented?
A.The university changed its policies
B.The physical place was different
C.The meeting transformed his understanding and gave Cambridge deeper personal meaning
D.He decided not to like Cambridge
How does the story challenge common assumptions about disability?
A.It shows disabled people are always happy
B.It presents honest, complex views rather than simple inspiration
C.It suggests disability isn't real
D.It says disabled people can't achieve anything
What role does honesty play in their interaction?
A.It makes communication awkward
B.It creates authentic connection without false sentiment
C.It's discouraged
D.It causes problems
What does the writer learn about the relationship between physical and spiritual identity?
A.Physical appearance is everything
B.The body is just a container; the essential self is separate and more important
C.Spiritual identity doesn't exist
D.They are exactly the same thing
How does the story portray the concept of inspiration?
A.Inspiration always helps everyone
B.External inspiration has limits; personal motivation matters more
C.Inspiration is meaningless
D.Only famous people can inspire others
What does the writer's experience suggest about personal growth?
A.Growth comes from easy experiences
B.Meeting someone who embodies your potential can catalyze transformation
C.Growth is impossible
D.Only physical growth matters
How does the story handle the topic of pity?
A.It encourages feeling sorry for disabled people
B.It shows how patronizing attitudes are noticed and disliked
C.It ignores the issue
D.It says pity is helpful
What makes this story particularly powerful as a piece of writing?
A.It's about famous people
B.It combines personal narrative with universal insights about humanity
C.It's very short
D.It has a happy ending
What does the story suggest about the importance of focusing on abilities rather than disabilities?
A.Disabilities should be ignored
B.Focus on what you can do well rather than what you can't do
C.Everyone can do everything
D.Abilities don't matter
How does the garden scene contribute to the overall meaning of the story?
A.It shows Hawking's wealth
B.It demonstrates how environmental factors affect accessibility and communication
C.It's just descriptive detail
D.It shows they both like nature
What happens to the birds when the mist comes climbing up the hill?
A.They sing louder
B.They all fall silent
C.They fly away
D.They become more active
Why can't the author see Bijju even though he can hear him?
A.Bijju is hiding
B.The mist conceals him
C.It's too dark
D.Bijju is too far away
What does the author mean by 'genuine early-monsoon rain'?
A.Fake rain
B.Very light rain
C.Warm and humid monsoon rain, not cold high-altitude precipitation
D.Rain with thunder
What plant emerges as a sign of the true monsoon's arrival?
A.Wild dahlias
B.Cobra lily
C.Ground orchids
D.Ferns
How does the author describe the hill station and valley in one sentence?
A.A perfect paradise
B.A paradise that might have been
C.A beautiful wasteland
D.A hidden treasure
What seasonal visitors does the rain herald?
A.Tourists and birds
B.A leopard and several thousand leeches
C.Bears and snakes
D.Monkeys and insects
What happens when the leopard attacks Bijju's cow?
A.The cow is killed
B.The leopard flees when Bijju's mother comes screaming imprecations
C.Bijju fights the leopard
D.The cow fights back
What does the author mean by 'a little bloodletting every day'?
A.Daily exercise
B.Medical treatment
C.Losing blood to leeches
D.Hunting activities
How are scarlet minivets described in terms of their appearance and behavior?
A.Loud and aggressive birds
B.Flitting silently among leaves like brilliant jewels, with females being yellow
C.Large brown birds that make noise
D.Small black birds that hide in trees
Why can't brightly colored birds like minivets conceal themselves?
A.They are too large
B.They make too much noise
C.No matter how leafy the trees, their bright colors make them visible
D.They always fly in the open
What is the behavior of drongos toward minivets?
A.They ignore them
B.They help them find food
C.They are unnecessarily aggressive, chasing the minivets away
D.They protect them from predators
How does the rain affect food availability for insectivorous birds?
A.It reduces food sources
B.It has no effect
C.There is no dearth of food for insectivorous birds
D.It drives insects away
What sound does the rain make on the roof in the August 2 entry?
A.Gentle pattering
B.Drumming on the corrugated tin roof
C.Silent dripping
D.Loud crashing
What paradox does the author describe about the rain's effect on his sleep?
A.It makes him very tired
B.It helps him lie awake; at the same time, it doesn't keep him from sleeping
C.It prevents all sleep
D.It makes him sleep too much
How does the author feel about reading during the rain?
A.It's impossible to concentrate
B.It's a good sound to read by - rain outside, quiet within
C.The noise is too distracting
D.He prefers silence for reading
What emerges 'like a dark sweet secret' in the August 3 entry?
A.A hidden flower
B.The song of the whistling thrush
C.A stream of water
D.A rainbow
For how many days in August does the author say they haven't seen the sun?
A.Five or six days
B.Eight or nine days
C.Two weeks
D.A month
What does the author do during the endless rainy days?
A.Sleep all day
B.Pace the room and look out at bobbing umbrellas
C.Read books continuously
D.Write letters
What flowers appear during the late monsoon season?
A.Roses and jasmine
B.Wild balsam, dahlias, begonias and ground orchids
C.Marigolds and sunflowers
D.Lotuses and lilies
What does the turning red of cobra lily seeds signify?
A.The beginning of monsoon
B.The peak of monsoon
C.That the rains are coming to an end
D.The start of winter
What creates a 'fashion display' on the grassy slopes?
A.Tourists in colorful clothes
B.Ground orchids, mauve lady's slipper and white butterfly orchids
C.Colored flags and banners
D.Bright insects and butterflies
Where do snakes and rodents take shelter during the monsoon?
A.In deep caves
B.In roofs, attics and godowns
C.Underground burrows
D.In tall trees
What does the grandmother say about the shrew (chuchundar)?
A.It should be killed immediately
B.It's dangerous to children
C.Chuchundars are lucky — they bring money
D.It's a bad omen
What happens after the grandmother's comment about the chuchundar?
A.Nothing significant
B.The author receives a cheque in the mail
C.More shrews appear
D.The children get sick
What weather phenomenon occurs in October according to the diary?
A.Heavy snowfall
B.They go straight from monsoon into winter rain
C.Hot summer weather returns
D.Continuous sunshine
What happens to the sky and hills after the evening hailstorm?
A.They become dark and gloomy
B.They are suffused with beautiful golden light
C.They remain covered in clouds
D.They turn completely white
In the January 26 poem, how is the house described in relation to the mist?
A.The mist threatens the house
B.The mist holds the house in a dark caress
C.The mist avoids the house
D.The mist destroys the house
How do the trees affect the author emotionally in the January poem?
A.They comfort him
B.They menace him with their loneliness
C.They make him happy
D.They inspire him to write
What weather event occurs in the March 23 entry?
A.Gentle spring rain
B.The blackest cloud squats over Mussoorie and hails marbles for half an hour
C.Heavy snow falls
D.Strong winds blow
What natural phenomenon does the author observe while writing the March 23 entry?
A.Lightning
B.A rainbow forming
C.Snow falling
D.Birds returning
What makes the mist 'melancholy' according to the author?
A.Its dark color
B.Its cold temperature
C.Not only does it conceal the hills, it blankets them in silence too
D.It brings rain
What does 'the mist affords a certain privacy' suggest?
A.The mist is dangerous
B.The mist creates a sense of seclusion and intimacy
C.The mist is transparent
D.The mist is temporary
How does the author describe the paradox of living with tin roofs during rain?
A.They are completely waterproof
B.There is a feeling of being untouched by, and yet in touch with, the rain
C.They provide no protection
D.They make too much noise
What role do the colors of wild dahlias play in the landscape description?
A.They create confusion
B.They blend invisibly into the rocks
C.Red, yellow and magenta dahlias rear their heads from rocky crevices
D.They only appear at night
Why do minivets sometimes 'contrive to go unnoticed' despite their bright colors?
A.They hide in dark caves
B.By remaining absolutely silent
C.They change colors
D.They only come out at night
What does the author's description of being 'weak of eyesight' refer to?
A.The author's own vision problems
B.The leopard's poor eyesight
C.The shrew's poor vision as it blunders about the rooms
D.The children's need for glasses
How does the diary format serve the author's purpose in this nature writing?
A.It allows chronological tracking of seasonal changes
B.It makes the writing more formal
C.It reduces the amount of description needed
D.It focuses only on major events
What does the author's attitude toward the leeches reveal about his character?
A.He is afraid of nature
B.He accepts natural inconveniences as part of living with nature
C.He wants to eliminate all leeches
D.He avoids going outside
What literary technique does the author use in describing minivets as 'brilliant jewels'?
A.Alliteration
B.Metaphor
C.Hyperbole
D.Personification
How does the author demonstrate the interconnectedness of weather and wildlife?
A.By showing how rain brings both beneficial and challenging visitors
B.By focusing only on positive effects
C.By ignoring animal behavior
D.By discussing only plant life
What does the phrase 'liquid silence' in the January poem suggest?
A.Complete noise
B.A flowing, enveloping quality of quietness
C.Frozen silence
D.Broken silence
What theme does the author explore through his observations of seasonal change?
A.The superiority of humans over nature
B.The cycles of nature and human adaptation to natural rhythms
C.The need to control natural forces
D.The unimportance of weather patterns
How does the author's use of sensory details enhance the reader's experience?
A.By focusing only on visual descriptions
B.By combining sounds, sights, and tactile sensations to create immersive scenes
C.By avoiding detailed descriptions
D.By using only scientific terminology
What does the diary reveal about the author's relationship with solitude?
A.He fears being alone
B.He finds solitude conducive to observation and reflection
C.He avoids quiet moments
D.He needs constant company
How does the author demonstrate respect for local knowledge and traditions?
A.By dismissing local beliefs
B.By recording and respecting the grandmother's beliefs about chuchundars
C.By avoiding mention of local customs
D.By criticizing traditional practices
What does the contrast between silence and sound throughout the diary achieve?
A.It creates confusion
B.It emphasizes the dynamic nature of the natural world
C.It shows the author's hearing problems
D.It proves nature is always noisy
What does the diary suggest about finding meaning in everyday natural experiences?
A.Only dramatic events are meaningful
B.Simple observations can yield profound insights and joy
C.Nature is boring without human intervention
D.Meaning can only be found in books