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Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:The House of GlassesOnce a little girl made friendship with Tom. Their friendship was not a common one because they had never seen one another but knew each other only through letters. The girl was young and very poor but Tom was much elder to her and wiser.Once Tom wrote to the girl that he will shortly visit her country. The girl was mad with joy but had a pain in her heart. She had never disclosed Tom that she was so poor rather she pretended to be a millionaire. She did not know how to welcome him. Only what she could do was to clean her mud house.When Tom reached her city and located her house, he was dumbfounded. He could never dream of her poverty On inquiring about her, her mother told that she has gone out to buy a piece of cake for her friend. Tom understood everything and made her mother promise him before coming back that she would not disclose her daughter about Tom's visit, and would not break her glass-house.Q. The girl was Tom's:- a) Chat friend
- b) Comrade
- c) Pen friend
- d) Girlfriend
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:
The House of Glasses
Once a little girl made friendship with Tom. Their friendship was not a common one because they had never seen one another but knew each other only through letters. The girl was young and very poor but Tom was much elder to her and wiser.Once Tom wrote to the girl that he will shortly visit her country. The girl was mad with joy but had a pain in her heart. She had never disclosed Tom that she was so poor rather she pretended to be a millionaire. She did not know how to welcome him. Only what she could do was to clean her mud house.When Tom reached her city and located her house, he was dumbfounded. He could never dream of her poverty On inquiring about her, her mother told that she has gone out to buy a piece of cake for her friend. Tom understood everything and made her mother promise him before coming back that she would not disclose her daughter about Tom's visit, and would not break her glass-house.
Q. The girl was Tom's:
a)
Chat friend
b)
Comrade
c)
Pen friend
d)
Girlfriend
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Shubham mishra answered |
Option c) Pen friend is the correct answer.
In the passage, it is mentioned that the girl and Tom knew each other only through letters, which implies that they were pen friends. A pen friend is a person with whom one communicates by exchanging letters, typically someone with whom one has a long-distance friendship.
The other options, "chat friend," "comrade," and "girlfriend," are not accurate descriptions of the relationship between the girl and Tom. "Chat friend" refers to someone with whom one communicates electronically, such as through messaging or social media. "Comrade" refers to a close friend or ally, but does not necessarily imply a long-distance relationship. "Girlfriend" refers to a romantic partner, which is not mentioned in the passage.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:Mullah NasiruddinLong back, there lived a wise man named Mullah Nasiruddin. To explain and rectify men's folly he would sometimes play-act them.Once he started believing that he is dead. His wife got very worried about him. She tried to convince that he is alive. However, Mullah was obstinate. Often he said?" OH! what?s the use I am dead/5 So, his wife went to a psychiatrist and disclosed her woe. The doctor was clever and immediately conceived an idea. He told her to go back and bring her husband. The doctor suddenly pricked Mullah's finger with a needle. Then the doctor said, "Mullah ! see for yourself, fresh blood is ushing out of your finger. You are alive r? Mullah, sticking to his own despondence replied. "OH ! I discovered a fact today Dead men too have blood. Many people like Mullah refuse to accept and keep pace with reality. They choose to live in their zone of comfort and refuse to accept any challenges that life offers to them.Q. Mullah's wife took him to a:- a) Dentist
- b) Psychiatrist
- c) Goldsmith
- d) Cobbler
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:
Mullah Nasiruddin
Long back, there lived a wise man named Mullah Nasiruddin. To explain and rectify men's folly he would sometimes play-act them.Once he started believing that he is dead. His wife got very worried about him. She tried to convince that he is alive. However, Mullah was obstinate. Often he said?" OH! what?s the use I am dead/5 So, his wife went to a psychiatrist and disclosed her woe. The doctor was clever and immediately conceived an idea. He told her to go back and bring her husband. The doctor suddenly pricked Mullah's finger with a needle. Then the doctor said, "Mullah ! see for yourself, fresh blood is ushing out of your finger. You are alive r? Mullah, sticking to his own despondence replied. "OH ! I discovered a fact today Dead men too have blood. Many people like Mullah refuse to accept and keep pace with reality. They choose to live in their zone of comfort and refuse to accept any challenges that life offers to them.
Q. Mullah's wife took him to a:
a)
Dentist
b)
Psychiatrist
c)
Goldsmith
d)
Cobbler
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Torcia Education answered |
The passage explicitly states that Mullah's wife consulted a psychiatrist to address her husband's delusion of being dead. The psychiatrist then devised a method to demonstrate Mullah was alive by pricking his finger. The terms "psychiatrist" and "doctor" in the context refer to the same professional, confirming B as the correct choice.
Key Evidence:
- "She went to a psychiatrist and disclosed her woe."
- The psychiatrist's intervention (pricking Mullah's finger) aligns with psychological evaluation.
Conclusion:
Mullah's wife took him to a psychiatrist, making B the correct answer.
Mullah's wife took him to a psychiatrist, making B the correct answer.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:The House of GlassesOnce a little girl made friendship with Tom. Their friendship was not a common one because they had never seen one another but knew each other only through letters. The girl was young and very poor but Tom was much elder to her and wiser.Once Tom wrote to the girl that he will shortly visit her country. The girl was mad with joy but had a pain in her heart. She had never disclosed Tom that she was so poor rather she pretended to be a millionaire. She did not know how to welcome him. Only what she could do was to clean her mud house.When Tom reached her city and located her house, he was dumbfounded. He could never dream of her poverty On inquiring about her, her mother told that she has gone out to buy a piece of cake for her friend. Tom understood everything and made her mother promise him before coming back that she would not disclose her daughter about Tom's visit, and would not break her glass-house.Q. The girl was sad because:- a)she hard little money
- b)she did not tell Tom about her poverty
- c)she wanted to be tom's sister.
- d)Both [a] and [c]
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:
The House of Glasses
Once a little girl made friendship with Tom. Their friendship was not a common one because they had never seen one another but knew each other only through letters. The girl was young and very poor but Tom was much elder to her and wiser.Once Tom wrote to the girl that he will shortly visit her country. The girl was mad with joy but had a pain in her heart. She had never disclosed Tom that she was so poor rather she pretended to be a millionaire. She did not know how to welcome him. Only what she could do was to clean her mud house.When Tom reached her city and located her house, he was dumbfounded. He could never dream of her poverty On inquiring about her, her mother told that she has gone out to buy a piece of cake for her friend. Tom understood everything and made her mother promise him before coming back that she would not disclose her daughter about Tom's visit, and would not break her glass-house.
Q. The girl was sad because:
a)
she hard little money
b)
she did not tell Tom about her poverty
c)
she wanted to be tom's sister.
d)
Both [a] and [c]
|
Karan prasad answered |
Understanding the Girl's Sadness
The girl's sadness stems from her internal conflict regarding her friendship with Tom. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
1. Concealed Poverty
- The girl pretended to be wealthy in her letters to Tom.
- She hid the truth about her financial situation, feeling embarrassed about her poverty.
- This deception created a sense of guilt and anxiety within her.
2. Anticipation of Tom's Visit
- When Tom announced his visit, her joy was mixed with fear.
- She worried about how to present her living conditions to Tom.
- The thought of Tom seeing her mud house made her anxious.
3. Fear of Judgment
- The girl feared that Tom would judge her based on her living conditions.
- She wanted to maintain the image of a millionaire to keep the friendship intact.
- This fear led to a deeper sadness as she felt she could not be her true self.
Conclusion
- The correct answer is option 'B' because the girl's sadness was primarily due to her failure to disclose her poverty to Tom.
- She longed for authenticity in her friendship but felt trapped by her lie, leading to her emotional turmoil.
Through these points, it becomes evident that her sadness is rooted in the struggle between her true identity and the façade she maintained in her friendship with Tom.
The girl's sadness stems from her internal conflict regarding her friendship with Tom. Here’s a detailed breakdown:
1. Concealed Poverty
- The girl pretended to be wealthy in her letters to Tom.
- She hid the truth about her financial situation, feeling embarrassed about her poverty.
- This deception created a sense of guilt and anxiety within her.
2. Anticipation of Tom's Visit
- When Tom announced his visit, her joy was mixed with fear.
- She worried about how to present her living conditions to Tom.
- The thought of Tom seeing her mud house made her anxious.
3. Fear of Judgment
- The girl feared that Tom would judge her based on her living conditions.
- She wanted to maintain the image of a millionaire to keep the friendship intact.
- This fear led to a deeper sadness as she felt she could not be her true self.
Conclusion
- The correct answer is option 'B' because the girl's sadness was primarily due to her failure to disclose her poverty to Tom.
- She longed for authenticity in her friendship but felt trapped by her lie, leading to her emotional turmoil.
Through these points, it becomes evident that her sadness is rooted in the struggle between her true identity and the façade she maintained in her friendship with Tom.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:The Monkey and the CrocodileOnce lived a monkey on a tree top along the side of river Shipra. Every evening, al crocodile would come to meet him. They seemed to be best friends.One day the crocodile offered the monkey to have a ride on his back in the river. The monkey readily agreed. Both of them were soon in the river enjoying loud splashes. After some time, the crocodile turned indifferent and hostile to the monkey revealing that he desired to eat his liver and so wanted to kill him. The monkey being clever immediately replied that incidentally he has left it on the tree-top and promised to bring it back. The gullible and foolish crocodile believed him and carried him back. Immediately the monkey jumped to the top of the tree and rebuked the rocodile for his dishonesty.Q. The monkey lived on the bank of river:- a) Kaveri
- b) Kosi
- c) Shipra
- d) Teesta
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:
The Monkey and the Crocodile
Once lived a monkey on a tree top along the side of river Shipra. Every evening, al crocodile would come to meet him. They seemed to be best friends.One day the crocodile offered the monkey to have a ride on his back in the river. The monkey readily agreed. Both of them were soon in the river enjoying loud splashes. After some time, the crocodile turned indifferent and hostile to the monkey revealing that he desired to eat his liver and so wanted to kill him. The monkey being clever immediately replied that incidentally he has left it on the tree-top and promised to bring it back. The gullible and foolish crocodile believed him and carried him back. Immediately the monkey jumped to the top of the tree and rebuked the rocodile for his dishonesty.
Q. The monkey lived on the bank of river:
a)
Kaveri
b)
Kosi
c)
Shipra
d)
Teesta
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Aarushi gupta answered |
The monkey lived on the bank of the river Shipra. This information is provided in the first sentence of the passage. The other rivers mentioned in the options (Kaveri, Kosi, and Teesta) are not mentioned in the passage.
So, correct answer is option (c).
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:The Hidden TreasureOnce upon a time there lived a farmer who had four sons. But all of them were lazy and fought among themselves. So he was very sad.When he was in deathbed, he called all four of them and told that he had hidden a treasure somewhere deep under the soil in his field. However, he did not remember the right place. The sons were all very excited. After their father s death, they rushed to the field and dug up every nook and corner. But did not find any treasure. At that moment a wise man happened to pass by Recognising the motive behind their father swords, he advised them to sow seeds and they did the same. Shortly after, a rich harvest waited for them to be reaped. They were all very happy and realised the importance of hard work. They respected their father all the more because he had taught them a valuable lesson.Q. The farmer's sons were:- a) Lazy
- b) Happy
- c) Proud
- d) Active
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:
The Hidden Treasure
Once upon a time there lived a farmer who had four sons. But all of them were lazy and fought among themselves. So he was very sad.When he was in deathbed, he called all four of them and told that he had hidden a treasure somewhere deep under the soil in his field. However, he did not remember the right place. The sons were all very excited. After their father s death, they rushed to the field and dug up every nook and corner. But did not find any treasure. At that moment a wise man happened to pass by Recognising the motive behind their father swords, he advised them to sow seeds and they did the same. Shortly after, a rich harvest waited for them to be reaped. They were all very happy and realised the importance of hard work. They respected their father all the more because he had taught them a valuable lesson.
Q. The farmer's sons were:
a)
Lazy
b)
Happy
c)
Proud
d)
Active
|
Maulik Chauhan answered |
**Answer:**
The correct answer is option 'C', the farmer's sons were proud.
The passage states that the farmer had four sons who were lazy and fought among themselves. This indicates that the sons did not like to work hard and had a negative attitude. Laziness and fighting are not qualities of happy or active individuals.
After their father's death, the sons were excited about finding the hidden treasure. They rushed to the field and searched every nook and corner, but they were unable to find the treasure. This shows that they were eager to find the treasure and were hopeful that it would bring them wealth and happiness. However, their failure to find the treasure indicates that they were not successful in their search.
At this point, a wise man passed by and recognized the motive behind their father's words. He advised them to sow seeds, and the sons followed his advice. As a result, they had a rich harvest waiting to be reaped. This shows that the sons were able to turn their situation around by working hard and putting in effort. They were successful in their farming and reaped the rewards of their hard work.
The passage concludes by stating that the sons were happy and realized the importance of hard work. This indicates a change in their attitude and behavior. They learned a valuable lesson from their father's words and respected him all the more because of it. The fact that they learned the importance of hard work and were happy with their success suggests that they were proud of their achievements.
In summary, the farmer's sons were initially lazy and fought among themselves. However, through their experience of searching for the hidden treasure and then working hard to sow seeds, they learned the value of hard work and became happy and proud of their achievements.
The correct answer is option 'C', the farmer's sons were proud.
The passage states that the farmer had four sons who were lazy and fought among themselves. This indicates that the sons did not like to work hard and had a negative attitude. Laziness and fighting are not qualities of happy or active individuals.
After their father's death, the sons were excited about finding the hidden treasure. They rushed to the field and searched every nook and corner, but they were unable to find the treasure. This shows that they were eager to find the treasure and were hopeful that it would bring them wealth and happiness. However, their failure to find the treasure indicates that they were not successful in their search.
At this point, a wise man passed by and recognized the motive behind their father's words. He advised them to sow seeds, and the sons followed his advice. As a result, they had a rich harvest waiting to be reaped. This shows that the sons were able to turn their situation around by working hard and putting in effort. They were successful in their farming and reaped the rewards of their hard work.
The passage concludes by stating that the sons were happy and realized the importance of hard work. This indicates a change in their attitude and behavior. They learned a valuable lesson from their father's words and respected him all the more because of it. The fact that they learned the importance of hard work and were happy with their success suggests that they were proud of their achievements.
In summary, the farmer's sons were initially lazy and fought among themselves. However, through their experience of searching for the hidden treasure and then working hard to sow seeds, they learned the value of hard work and became happy and proud of their achievements.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:The Hidden TreasureOnce upon a time there lived a farmer who had four sons. But all of them were lazy and fought among themselves. So he was very sad.When he was in deathbed, he called all four of them and told that he had hidden a treasure somewhere deep under the soil in his field. However, he did not remember the right place. The sons were all very excited. After their father s death, they rushed to the field and dug up every nook and corner. But did not find any treasure. At that moment a wise man happened to pass by Recognising the motive behind their father swords, he advised them to sow seeds and they did the same. Shortly after, a rich harvest waited for them to be reaped. They were all very happy and realised the importance of hard work. They respected their father all the more because he had taught them a valuable lesson.Q. The farmer:- a) did not tell the exact hiding place.
- b) had forgotten the hiding place.
- c) did not hide any treasure at all.
- d) considered his sons to be his treasures.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:
The Hidden Treasure
Once upon a time there lived a farmer who had four sons. But all of them were lazy and fought among themselves. So he was very sad.When he was in deathbed, he called all four of them and told that he had hidden a treasure somewhere deep under the soil in his field. However, he did not remember the right place. The sons were all very excited. After their father s death, they rushed to the field and dug up every nook and corner. But did not find any treasure. At that moment a wise man happened to pass by Recognising the motive behind their father swords, he advised them to sow seeds and they did the same. Shortly after, a rich harvest waited for them to be reaped. They were all very happy and realised the importance of hard work. They respected their father all the more because he had taught them a valuable lesson.
Q. The farmer:
a)
did not tell the exact hiding place.
b)
had forgotten the hiding place.
c)
did not hide any treasure at all.
d)
considered his sons to be his treasures.
|
Maya Bajaj answered |
Answer:
The Hidden Treasure
Question: The farmer:
Option:
a) did not tell the exact hiding place.
Correct answer: a) did not tell the exact hiding place.
Explanation:
The farmer had hidden a treasure deep under the soil in his field and told his sons about it. However, he did not remember the right place, which means he did not tell the exact hiding place. This led to his sons digging up every nook and corner of the field but not finding any treasure. Ultimately, a wise man advised them to sow seeds, leading to a rich harvest.
The Hidden Treasure
Question: The farmer:
Option:
a) did not tell the exact hiding place.
Correct answer: a) did not tell the exact hiding place.
Explanation:
The farmer had hidden a treasure deep under the soil in his field and told his sons about it. However, he did not remember the right place, which means he did not tell the exact hiding place. This led to his sons digging up every nook and corner of the field but not finding any treasure. Ultimately, a wise man advised them to sow seeds, leading to a rich harvest.
The crocodile was foolish and:- a)Believed the monkey
- b)Tested the monkey
- c)Lazier than the monkey
- d)Ill-tempered.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
a)
Believed the monkey
b)
Tested the monkey
c)
Lazier than the monkey
d)
Ill-tempered.
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Kds Coaching answered |
According to the passage, the crocodile was described as 'gullible and foolish' because he believed the monkey's story about leaving his liver on the tree. The crocodile trusted the monkey and took him back to the tree, allowing the monkey to escape. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Believed the monkey.'
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:Mullah NasiruddinLong back, there lived a wise man named Mullah Nasiruddin. To explain and rectify men's folly he would sometimes play-act them.Once he started believing that he is dead. His wife got very worried about him. She tried to convince that he is alive. However, Mullah was obstinate. Often he said?" OH! what?s the use I am dead/5 So, his wife went to a psychiatrist and disclosed her woe. The doctor was clever and immediately conceived an idea. He told her to go back and bring her husband. The doctor suddenly pricked Mullah's finger with a needle. Then the doctor said, "Mullah ! see for yourself, fresh blood is ushing out of your finger. You are alive r? Mullah, sticking to his own despondence replied. "OH ! I discovered a fact today Dead men too have blood. Many people like Mullah refuse to accept and keep pace with reality. They choose to live in their zone of comfort and refuse to accept any challenges that life offers to them.Q. Mullah Nasiruddin was a:- a)Wise man
- b)Foolish man
- c)Businessman
- d)Honest man
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:
Mullah Nasiruddin
Long back, there lived a wise man named Mullah Nasiruddin. To explain and rectify men's folly he would sometimes play-act them.Once he started believing that he is dead. His wife got very worried about him. She tried to convince that he is alive. However, Mullah was obstinate. Often he said?" OH! what?s the use I am dead/5 So, his wife went to a psychiatrist and disclosed her woe. The doctor was clever and immediately conceived an idea. He told her to go back and bring her husband. The doctor suddenly pricked Mullah's finger with a needle. Then the doctor said, "Mullah ! see for yourself, fresh blood is ushing out of your finger. You are alive r? Mullah, sticking to his own despondence replied. "OH ! I discovered a fact today Dead men too have blood. Many people like Mullah refuse to accept and keep pace with reality. They choose to live in their zone of comfort and refuse to accept any challenges that life offers to them.
Q. Mullah Nasiruddin was a:
a)
Wise man
b)
Foolish man
c)
Businessman
d)
Honest man
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Gunjan Lakhani answered |
The passage explicitly introduces Mullah Nasiruddin as a wise man who used play-acting to address human folly. Although his behavior of believing himself dead appears foolish, it is a deliberate act to illustrate a lesson about denial and complacency. The narrative emphasizes his wisdom in using such methods to highlight deeper truths, rather than labeling him as inherently foolish.
Key Evidence:
- "Long back, there lived a wise man named Mullah Nasiruddin. To explain and rectify men's folly he would sometimes play-act them."
- His actions are framed as intentional teaching tools, not genuine delusion.
Mullah Nasiruddin is described as a wise man, making A the correct answer.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:The Boatman and the Rich FarmerOne night a farmer was on his way back home on a boat. He traded far and wide. He was very rich and owned many acres of land.Shortly after the boat set sail, it capsised. He was distressed because he did not know how to swim. At that moment a boatman happened to sail by. The farmer seeing him begged to save him and promised all the land that he had in reward. Seeing the earnestness, the boatman saved him and they sailed together. As they crossed the middle of the river, the farmer offered half of the land and the rest he said would be a bare necessity against his wife's rebukes. The boatman did not reply. Again as they reached near the shore, he offered him the one-fourth of his total land and requested the boatman that he would require only a little for himself. As they reached the bank. The farmer reasoned out and said what could be use of a land to a boatman who spends most of his time in the river and offered him only a coin worth rupees five.One must never cheat others' toil because the power to pay is a privilege given by God.One must be careful enough to overcome one's greed.Q. The farmer gave the boatman in the end:- a) nothing.
- b) half of his land.
- c) one-fourth of his land.
- d) one-third of this land.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:
The Boatman and the Rich Farmer
One night a farmer was on his way back home on a boat. He traded far and wide. He was very rich and owned many acres of land.Shortly after the boat set sail, it capsised. He was distressed because he did not know how to swim. At that moment a boatman happened to sail by. The farmer seeing him begged to save him and promised all the land that he had in reward. Seeing the earnestness, the boatman saved him and they sailed together. As they crossed the middle of the river, the farmer offered half of the land and the rest he said would be a bare necessity against his wife's rebukes. The boatman did not reply. Again as they reached near the shore, he offered him the one-fourth of his total land and requested the boatman that he would require only a little for himself. As they reached the bank. The farmer reasoned out and said what could be use of a land to a boatman who spends most of his time in the river and offered him only a coin worth rupees five.One must never cheat others' toil because the power to pay is a privilege given by God.One must be careful enough to overcome one's greed.
Q. The farmer gave the boatman in the end:
a)
nothing.
b)
half of his land.
c)
one-fourth of his land.
d)
one-third of this land.
|
Rohini Seth answered |
According to the passage, although the farmer initially promised all his land, then reduced his offer to half, then to a quarter, in the end, he only offered the boatman a coin worth rupees five. This means the farmer did not actually give the boatman any land or a substantial reward. Therefore, the correct answer is nothing.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:The Boatman and the Rich FarmerOne night a farmer was on his way back home on a boat. He traded far and wide. He was very rich and owned many acres of land.Shortly after the boat set sail, it capsised. He was distressed because he did not know how to swim. At that moment a boatman happened to sail by. The farmer seeing him begged to save him and promised all the land that he had in reward. Seeing the earnestness, the boatman saved him and they sailed together. As they crossed the middle of the river, the farmer offered half of the land and the rest he said would be a bare necessity against his wife's rebukes. The boatman did not reply. Again as they reached near the shore, he offered him the one-fourth of his total land and requested the boatman that he would require only a little for himself. As they reached the bank. The farmer reasoned out and said what could be use of a land to a boatman who spends most of his time in the river and offered him only a coin worth rupees five.One must never cheat others' toil because the power to pay is a privilege given by God.One must be careful enough to overcome one's greed.Q. The rich farmer's boat:- a) Drowned
- b) Broke down
- c) Flew away
- d) Disappeared
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:
The Boatman and the Rich Farmer
One night a farmer was on his way back home on a boat. He traded far and wide. He was very rich and owned many acres of land.Shortly after the boat set sail, it capsised. He was distressed because he did not know how to swim. At that moment a boatman happened to sail by. The farmer seeing him begged to save him and promised all the land that he had in reward. Seeing the earnestness, the boatman saved him and they sailed together. As they crossed the middle of the river, the farmer offered half of the land and the rest he said would be a bare necessity against his wife's rebukes. The boatman did not reply. Again as they reached near the shore, he offered him the one-fourth of his total land and requested the boatman that he would require only a little for himself. As they reached the bank. The farmer reasoned out and said what could be use of a land to a boatman who spends most of his time in the river and offered him only a coin worth rupees five.One must never cheat others' toil because the power to pay is a privilege given by God.One must be careful enough to overcome one's greed.
Q. The rich farmer's boat:
a)
Drowned
b)
Broke down
c)
Flew away
d)
Disappeared
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Raghavendra Basu answered |
Understanding the Farmer's Situation
The passage describes a critical moment in the life of a rich farmer who faces a dire situation. As he is traveling home on a boat, it unexpectedly capsizes, leading to a dangerous predicament for him.
Why the Correct Answer is 'Drowned'
- Definition of Capsize: The term "capsize" means that a boat has overturned or flipped over in the water. This action causes the boat to fill with water and essentially "drown," making it unable to float or operate.
- Context of the Incident: The farmer is in a precarious situation because he cannot swim. The urgency of his plea for help highlights the severity of the situation after the boat capsizes.
- Outcome: Since the boat was no longer functional after capsizing, it is accurate to say that the farmer's boat "drowned," meaning it became submerged and could not be salvaged.
Conclusion
In summary, the correct answer is option 'A' because the term "drowned" effectively captures the situation where the boat has capsized and is no longer usable, reflecting the farmer's distress and need for rescue.
The passage describes a critical moment in the life of a rich farmer who faces a dire situation. As he is traveling home on a boat, it unexpectedly capsizes, leading to a dangerous predicament for him.
Why the Correct Answer is 'Drowned'
- Definition of Capsize: The term "capsize" means that a boat has overturned or flipped over in the water. This action causes the boat to fill with water and essentially "drown," making it unable to float or operate.
- Context of the Incident: The farmer is in a precarious situation because he cannot swim. The urgency of his plea for help highlights the severity of the situation after the boat capsizes.
- Outcome: Since the boat was no longer functional after capsizing, it is accurate to say that the farmer's boat "drowned," meaning it became submerged and could not be salvaged.
Conclusion
In summary, the correct answer is option 'A' because the term "drowned" effectively captures the situation where the boat has capsized and is no longer usable, reflecting the farmer's distress and need for rescue.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:Mullah NasiruddinLong back, there lived a wise man named Mullah Nasiruddin. To explain and rectify men's folly he would sometimes play-act them.Once he started believing that he is dead. His wife got very worried about him. She tried to convince that he is alive. However, Mullah was obstinate. Often he said?" OH! what?s the use I am dead/5 So, his wife went to a psychiatrist and disclosed her woe. The doctor was clever and immediately conceived an idea. He told her to go back and bring her husband. The doctor suddenly pricked Mullah's finger with a needle. Then the doctor said, "Mullah ! see for yourself, fresh blood is ushing out of your finger. You are alive r? Mullah, sticking to his own despondence replied. "OH ! I discovered a fact today Dead men too have blood. Many people like Mullah refuse to accept and keep pace with reality. They choose to live in their zone of comfort and refuse to accept any challenges that life offers to them.Q. Mullah wanted to show that:- a) being positive is the solution.
- b) being passive is the solution.
- c) being fearful is the solution.
- d) being timid is the solution.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:
Mullah Nasiruddin
Long back, there lived a wise man named Mullah Nasiruddin. To explain and rectify men's folly he would sometimes play-act them.Once he started believing that he is dead. His wife got very worried about him. She tried to convince that he is alive. However, Mullah was obstinate. Often he said?" OH! what?s the use I am dead/5 So, his wife went to a psychiatrist and disclosed her woe. The doctor was clever and immediately conceived an idea. He told her to go back and bring her husband. The doctor suddenly pricked Mullah's finger with a needle. Then the doctor said, "Mullah ! see for yourself, fresh blood is ushing out of your finger. You are alive r? Mullah, sticking to his own despondence replied. "OH ! I discovered a fact today Dead men too have blood. Many people like Mullah refuse to accept and keep pace with reality. They choose to live in their zone of comfort and refuse to accept any challenges that life offers to them.
Q. Mullah wanted to show that:
a)
being positive is the solution.
b)
being passive is the solution.
c)
being fearful is the solution.
d)
being timid is the solution.
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Rohit Pillai answered |
Understanding Mullah Nasiruddin's Perspective
The story of Mullah Nasiruddin illustrates a deeper message about the importance of maintaining a positive outlook in life.
Refusal to Accept Reality
- Mullah becomes so entrenched in his belief that he is dead that he ignores the evidence presented to him.
- His obstinacy symbolizes how some individuals resist the reality of their situations, often leading to missed opportunities for growth.
Importance of Positivity
- Mullah’s refusal to accept the psychiatrist’s demonstration shows the dangers of negative thinking.
- A positive mindset allows individuals to confront challenges and engage with life fully, rather than withdrawing into a false sense of security.
Challenges and Growth
- Facing challenges is essential for personal development; Mullah’s character represents those who shy away from this aspect of life.
- By rejecting the notion that he is alive, Mullah ultimately limits himself and chooses comfort over the reality of living.
Conclusion: The Lesson Learned
- The story encourages readers to embrace positivity as a solution to life’s uncertainties.
- Being positive fosters resilience, adaptability, and the ability to thrive despite obstacles, contrasting with the detrimental effects of negativity exemplified by Mullah.
By highlighting Mullah's struggle with acceptance and reality, the story serves as a reminder that a positive outlook is crucial for personal growth and satisfaction in life.
The story of Mullah Nasiruddin illustrates a deeper message about the importance of maintaining a positive outlook in life.
Refusal to Accept Reality
- Mullah becomes so entrenched in his belief that he is dead that he ignores the evidence presented to him.
- His obstinacy symbolizes how some individuals resist the reality of their situations, often leading to missed opportunities for growth.
Importance of Positivity
- Mullah’s refusal to accept the psychiatrist’s demonstration shows the dangers of negative thinking.
- A positive mindset allows individuals to confront challenges and engage with life fully, rather than withdrawing into a false sense of security.
Challenges and Growth
- Facing challenges is essential for personal development; Mullah’s character represents those who shy away from this aspect of life.
- By rejecting the notion that he is alive, Mullah ultimately limits himself and chooses comfort over the reality of living.
Conclusion: The Lesson Learned
- The story encourages readers to embrace positivity as a solution to life’s uncertainties.
- Being positive fosters resilience, adaptability, and the ability to thrive despite obstacles, contrasting with the detrimental effects of negativity exemplified by Mullah.
By highlighting Mullah's struggle with acceptance and reality, the story serves as a reminder that a positive outlook is crucial for personal growth and satisfaction in life.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:The Monkey and the CrocodileOnce lived a monkey on a tree top along the side of river Shipra. Every evening, al crocodile would come to meet him. They seemed to be best friends.One day the crocodile offered the monkey to have a ride on his back in the river. The monkey readily agreed. Both of them were soon in the river enjoying loud splashes. After some time, the crocodile turned indifferent and hostile to the monkey revealing that he desired to eat his liver and so wanted to kill him. The monkey being clever immediately replied that incidentally he has left it on the tree-top and promised to bring it back. The gullible and foolish crocodile believed him and carried him back. Immediately the monkey jumped to the top of the tree and rebuked the rocodile for his dishonesty.Q. The monkey was:- a) Greedy
- b) Dishonest
- c) Footler
- d) Clever
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:
The Monkey and the Crocodile
Once lived a monkey on a tree top along the side of river Shipra. Every evening, al crocodile would come to meet him. They seemed to be best friends.One day the crocodile offered the monkey to have a ride on his back in the river. The monkey readily agreed. Both of them were soon in the river enjoying loud splashes. After some time, the crocodile turned indifferent and hostile to the monkey revealing that he desired to eat his liver and so wanted to kill him. The monkey being clever immediately replied that incidentally he has left it on the tree-top and promised to bring it back. The gullible and foolish crocodile believed him and carried him back. Immediately the monkey jumped to the top of the tree and rebuked the rocodile for his dishonesty.
Q. The monkey was:
a)
Greedy
b)
Dishonest
c)
Footler
d)
Clever
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Rohini Seth answered |
The monkey outsmarted the crocodile by tricking him into believing his liver was on the tree, thus saving himself
. This demonstrates quick thinking and strategic planning, making the monkey the clever one in the story.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:The Monkey and the CrocodileOnce lived a monkey on a tree top along the side of river Shipra. Every evening, al crocodile would come to meet him. They seemed to be best friends.One day the crocodile offered the monkey to have a ride on his back in the river. The monkey readily agreed. Both of them were soon in the river enjoying loud splashes. After some time, the crocodile turned indifferent and hostile to the monkey revealing that he desired to eat his liver and so wanted to kill him. The monkey being clever immediately replied that incidentally he has left it on the tree-top and promised to bring it back. The gullible and foolish crocodile believed him and carried him back. Immediately the monkey jumped to the top of the tree and rebuked the rocodile for his dishonesty.Q. Incidentally the monkey and the crocodile were:- a) Palents
- b) Foes
- c) Acquaintances
- d) Couples
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow:
The Monkey and the Crocodile
Once lived a monkey on a tree top along the side of river Shipra. Every evening, al crocodile would come to meet him. They seemed to be best friends.One day the crocodile offered the monkey to have a ride on his back in the river. The monkey readily agreed. Both of them were soon in the river enjoying loud splashes. After some time, the crocodile turned indifferent and hostile to the monkey revealing that he desired to eat his liver and so wanted to kill him. The monkey being clever immediately replied that incidentally he has left it on the tree-top and promised to bring it back. The gullible and foolish crocodile believed him and carried him back. Immediately the monkey jumped to the top of the tree and rebuked the rocodile for his dishonesty.
Q. Incidentally the monkey and the crocodile were:
a)
Palents
b)
Foes
c)
Acquaintances
d)
Couples
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Gargi Roy answered |
Explanation:
Acquaintances
The monkey and the crocodile were acquaintances who seemed to be best friends. They would meet every evening and enjoy each other's company. However, the crocodile's true intentions were revealed when he wanted to kill the monkey to eat his liver.
Foes
After the crocodile turned hostile and revealed his plan to kill the monkey, their friendship turned into enmity. The monkey outsmarted the crocodile by tricking him into believing that his liver was on the tree-top, thus saving his life.
Therefore, the correct answer is foes as the monkey and the crocodile were initially acquaintances but turned into enemies due to the crocodile's malicious intentions.
Acquaintances
The monkey and the crocodile were acquaintances who seemed to be best friends. They would meet every evening and enjoy each other's company. However, the crocodile's true intentions were revealed when he wanted to kill the monkey to eat his liver.
Foes
After the crocodile turned hostile and revealed his plan to kill the monkey, their friendship turned into enmity. The monkey outsmarted the crocodile by tricking him into believing that his liver was on the tree-top, thus saving his life.
Therefore, the correct answer is foes as the monkey and the crocodile were initially acquaintances but turned into enemies due to the crocodile's malicious intentions.
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