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What was the intruder already wanted for? - a)theft
- b)robbery
- c)murder
- d)kidnapping
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
What was the intruder already wanted for?
a)
theft
b)
robbery
c)
murder
d)
kidnapping
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Kalpana Meena answered |
(c) murder is the correct answer.
Who did Gerrard live with? - a)his wife
- b)his son
- c)his friend
- d)alone
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Who did Gerrard live with?
a)
his wife
b)
his son
c)
his friend
d)
alone
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Hardeep S answered |
He was alone when he was packing
According to Gerrard who comes to visit him?
- a)the barber
- b)the greengrocer
- c)the milkman
- d)all of the above
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
According to Gerrard who comes to visit him?
a)
the barber
b)
the greengrocer
c)
the milkman
d)
all of the above
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Kamna Science Academy answered |
The milkman, the green grocer and the barber come to visit Gerrard generally.
What did Gerrard do to the intruder? - a)he killed him
- b)he knocked him down
- c)he locked him up in a cupboard
- d)all of the above
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
What did Gerrard do to the intruder?
a)
he killed him
b)
he knocked him down
c)
he locked him up in a cupboard
d)
all of the above
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Cook With Palak Khathuri answered |
Explanation is as follows itruder came to Gerrard to snach away gerrard identity because gerrard did not know many people or have any contact with other people and his face was also like him so he tried to kill him so that he can snatch gerrard identity frome him. but gerrard want to save his life frome intruder so he locked the intruder in cupboard so that he could be saved by the intruder
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Intruder: Listen, this gun's no toy. I can hurt you without killing you, and still get my answers.
Gerard: Of course, if you put it like that, I'll be glad to assist you. I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner.
Intruder: That's better. Do people often come out here?
Gerard: Very rarely. Surprisingly few people take the trouble to visit me. There's the baker and the greengrocer, of course; and then there's the milkman-quite charming, but no one so interesting as yourself.
Intruder: I happen to know that you never see tradespeople.Q: Where is the car of Gerrard?- a)in his office
- b)in the garden
- c)in the garage
- d)outside the house
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Intruder: Listen, this gun's no toy. I can hurt you without killing you, and still get my answers.
Gerard: Of course, if you put it like that, I'll be glad to assist you. I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner.
Intruder: That's better. Do people often come out here?
Gerard: Very rarely. Surprisingly few people take the trouble to visit me. There's the baker and the greengrocer, of course; and then there's the milkman-quite charming, but no one so interesting as yourself.
Intruder: I happen to know that you never see tradespeople.
Intruder: Listen, this gun's no toy. I can hurt you without killing you, and still get my answers.
Gerard: Of course, if you put it like that, I'll be glad to assist you. I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner.
Intruder: That's better. Do people often come out here?
Gerard: Very rarely. Surprisingly few people take the trouble to visit me. There's the baker and the greengrocer, of course; and then there's the milkman-quite charming, but no one so interesting as yourself.
Intruder: I happen to know that you never see tradespeople.
Q: Where is the car of Gerrard?
a)
in his office
b)
in the garden
c)
in the garage
d)
outside the house
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Bhaskar Kumar answered |
Location of Gerard's Car
The extract provides a dialogue between Gerard and an intruder, where Gerard responds to questions about his car and the frequency of visitors.
Key Points from the Dialogue
- Gerard’s Response: When the intruder asks if he has a car, Gerard confirms, saying, "I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner."
- Implication of the Statement: This statement directly indicates the location of the car, which is clearly stated to be in the garage.
- Intruder's Knowledge: The intruder seems to challenge Gerard's truthfulness about seeing tradespeople, but this does not change the confirmed location of the car.
Why Option 'C' is Correct
- Direct Information: The dialogue explicitly mentions that the car is in the garage, thus making option 'C' (in the garage) the only accurate answer.
- Elimination of Other Options:
- Option A (in his office): The text does not mention an office at all.
- Option B (in the garden): There is no reference to the garden being a location for the car.
- Option D (outside the house): The car is specifically stated to be in the garage, not outside.
Conclusion
The clear and straightforward information provided in Gerard's dialogue confirms that the correct answer to the question about the location of his car is option 'C' (in the garage). This is reinforced by the lack of evidence supporting the other options.
The extract provides a dialogue between Gerard and an intruder, where Gerard responds to questions about his car and the frequency of visitors.
Key Points from the Dialogue
- Gerard’s Response: When the intruder asks if he has a car, Gerard confirms, saying, "I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner."
- Implication of the Statement: This statement directly indicates the location of the car, which is clearly stated to be in the garage.
- Intruder's Knowledge: The intruder seems to challenge Gerard's truthfulness about seeing tradespeople, but this does not change the confirmed location of the car.
Why Option 'C' is Correct
- Direct Information: The dialogue explicitly mentions that the car is in the garage, thus making option 'C' (in the garage) the only accurate answer.
- Elimination of Other Options:
- Option A (in his office): The text does not mention an office at all.
- Option B (in the garden): There is no reference to the garden being a location for the car.
- Option D (outside the house): The car is specifically stated to be in the garage, not outside.
Conclusion
The clear and straightforward information provided in Gerard's dialogue confirms that the correct answer to the question about the location of his car is option 'C' (in the garage). This is reinforced by the lack of evidence supporting the other options.
What was Gerrard’s full name? - a)Bill Gerrard
- b)William Gerrard
- c)Henry Gerrard
- d)Vincent Charles Gerrard
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
What was Gerrard’s full name?
a)
Bill Gerrard
b)
William Gerrard
c)
Henry Gerrard
d)
Vincent Charles Gerrard
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Samriddhi Pandey answered |
Gerrard’s full name was Vincent Charles Gerrard( his Christian name)
What did the intruder have in his hand? - a)a revolver
- b)a knife
- c)an iron rod
- d)none of the above
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
What did the intruder have in his hand?
a)
a revolver
b)
a knife
c)
an iron rod
d)
none of the above
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Sankalp Kumar answered |
Sometime somethings dont need explanation
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Intruder: Listen, this gun's no toy. I can hurt you without killing you, and still get my answers.
Gerard: Of course, if you put it like that, I'll be glad to assist you. I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner.
Intruder: That's better. Do people often come out here?
Gerard: Very rarely. Surprisingly few people take the trouble to visit me. There's the baker and the greengrocer, of course; and then there's the milkman-quite charming, but no one so interesting as yourself.
Intruder: I happen to know that you never see tradespeople.Q: How does the intruder threaten Gerrard?- a)He shows him his gun
- b)He shows him his knife
- c)He slaps him hard
- d)He tells him that he will kill him
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Intruder: Listen, this gun's no toy. I can hurt you without killing you, and still get my answers.
Gerard: Of course, if you put it like that, I'll be glad to assist you. I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner.
Intruder: That's better. Do people often come out here?
Gerard: Very rarely. Surprisingly few people take the trouble to visit me. There's the baker and the greengrocer, of course; and then there's the milkman-quite charming, but no one so interesting as yourself.
Intruder: I happen to know that you never see tradespeople.
Intruder: Listen, this gun's no toy. I can hurt you without killing you, and still get my answers.
Gerard: Of course, if you put it like that, I'll be glad to assist you. I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner.
Intruder: That's better. Do people often come out here?
Gerard: Very rarely. Surprisingly few people take the trouble to visit me. There's the baker and the greengrocer, of course; and then there's the milkman-quite charming, but no one so interesting as yourself.
Intruder: I happen to know that you never see tradespeople.
Q: How does the intruder threaten Gerrard?
a)
He shows him his gun
b)
He shows him his knife
c)
He slaps him hard
d)
He tells him that he will kill him
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Imk Pathshala answered |
Gerrard said that the intruder did not understand his remark when he said that the intruder was luckier than most melodramatic villains.
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: (pleasantly) Why, this is a surprise, Mr- er-
Intruder: I'm glad you're pleased to see me. I don't think you'll be pleased for long. Fut those paws up!
Gerrard: This is all very melodramatic, not very original, perhaps, but...
Intruder: Trying to be calm and-er-
Gerrard: 'Nonchalant' is your word, I think.
Intruder: Thanks a lot. You'll soon stop being smart. I'll make you crawl. I want to know a few things, see.Q: Who is/are the speaker/speakers here?- a)The intruder
- b)Gerrard
- c)Both (a) and (b)
- d)None of them
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: (pleasantly) Why, this is a surprise, Mr- er-
Intruder: I'm glad you're pleased to see me. I don't think you'll be pleased for long. Fut those paws up!
Gerrard: This is all very melodramatic, not very original, perhaps, but...
Intruder: Trying to be calm and-er-
Gerrard: 'Nonchalant' is your word, I think.
Intruder: Thanks a lot. You'll soon stop being smart. I'll make you crawl. I want to know a few things, see.
Gerrard: (pleasantly) Why, this is a surprise, Mr- er-
Intruder: I'm glad you're pleased to see me. I don't think you'll be pleased for long. Fut those paws up!
Gerrard: This is all very melodramatic, not very original, perhaps, but...
Intruder: Trying to be calm and-er-
Gerrard: 'Nonchalant' is your word, I think.
Intruder: Thanks a lot. You'll soon stop being smart. I'll make you crawl. I want to know a few things, see.
Q: Who is/are the speaker/speakers here?
a)
The intruder
b)
Gerrard
c)
Both (a) and (b)
d)
None of them
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Let's Tute answered |
Solution:
- The speakers in the extract are both Gerrard and the intruder.
- Gerrard speaks in a pleasant tone, while the intruder has a more threatening manner.
- Throughout the dialogue, both engage in a tense exchange, with Gerrard trying to remain calm.
This indicates that both characters are active participants in the conversation.
What was the intruder’s plan? - a)to kill Gerrard and disguise himself as Gerrard
- b)to rob Gerard
- c)to stay with Gerrard
- d)all of the above
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
What was the intruder’s plan?
a)
to kill Gerrard and disguise himself as Gerrard
b)
to rob Gerard
c)
to stay with Gerrard
d)
all of the above
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Trisha Vashisht answered |
The question asks about the intruder's plan, and the correct answer is option A: 'to kill Gerrard and disguise himself as Gerrard.' This aligns with the provided solution, which explains that the intruder intended to:
- Kill Gerrard
- Take his place
The other options do not accurately reflect the intruder's primary goal.
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: You seem to have taken a considerable amount of trouble. Since you know so much about me, won't you say something about yourself? You have been so modest.
Intruder: I could tell you plenty. You think you're smart, but I'm the top of the class round here. I've got brains and I use them. That's how I've got where I have.
Gerrard: And where precisely have you got? It didn't require a great brain to break into my little cottage.
Intruder: When you know why I've broken into your little cottage. you'll be surprised, and it won't be a pleasant surprise.Q: How, according to the intruder, has he got there?- a)by using his brains
- b)by threatening the guard
- c)by using his money
- d)by using his contacts
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: You seem to have taken a considerable amount of trouble. Since you know so much about me, won't you say something about yourself? You have been so modest.
Intruder: I could tell you plenty. You think you're smart, but I'm the top of the class round here. I've got brains and I use them. That's how I've got where I have.
Gerrard: And where precisely have you got? It didn't require a great brain to break into my little cottage.
Intruder: When you know why I've broken into your little cottage. you'll be surprised, and it won't be a pleasant surprise.
Gerrard: You seem to have taken a considerable amount of trouble. Since you know so much about me, won't you say something about yourself? You have been so modest.
Intruder: I could tell you plenty. You think you're smart, but I'm the top of the class round here. I've got brains and I use them. That's how I've got where I have.
Gerrard: And where precisely have you got? It didn't require a great brain to break into my little cottage.
Intruder: When you know why I've broken into your little cottage. you'll be surprised, and it won't be a pleasant surprise.
Q: How, according to the intruder, has he got there?
a)
by using his brains
b)
by threatening the guard
c)
by using his money
d)
by using his contacts
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Let's Tute answered |
How, according to the intruder, has he got there?
The intruder claims he has achieved his position by:
- Using his brains
- Being clever and resourceful
- Demonstrating intelligence in his actions
He believes that his mental capabilities are what have allowed him to reach his current status.
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: Anything you like. I know all the answers. But before we begin I should like to change my position; you may be comfortable, but I am not.
Intruder: Sit down there, and no funny business. (Motions to a chair, and seats himself on the divan by the bag.) Now then, we'll have a nice little talk about yourself!
Gerrard: At last a sympathetic audience! I'll tell you the story of my life. How as a child I was stolen by the gypsies, and why at the age of thirty-two, I find myself in my lonely Essex cottage, how...
Intruder: Keep it to yourself, and just answer my questions. You live here alone? Well, do you?
Gerrard: I'm sorry. I thought you were telling me, not asking me. A question of inflection; your voice is unfamiliar. Q: Why didn't Gerrard answer the intruder's questions?- a)because he was not listening to the intruder
- b)because he was not feeling well
- c)because he thought he wasn't asked any question.
- d)because he didn't like the intruder
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: Anything you like. I know all the answers. But before we begin I should like to change my position; you may be comfortable, but I am not.
Intruder: Sit down there, and no funny business. (Motions to a chair, and seats himself on the divan by the bag.) Now then, we'll have a nice little talk about yourself!
Gerrard: At last a sympathetic audience! I'll tell you the story of my life. How as a child I was stolen by the gypsies, and why at the age of thirty-two, I find myself in my lonely Essex cottage, how...
Intruder: Keep it to yourself, and just answer my questions. You live here alone? Well, do you?
Gerrard: I'm sorry. I thought you were telling me, not asking me. A question of inflection; your voice is unfamiliar.
Gerrard: Anything you like. I know all the answers. But before we begin I should like to change my position; you may be comfortable, but I am not.
Intruder: Sit down there, and no funny business. (Motions to a chair, and seats himself on the divan by the bag.) Now then, we'll have a nice little talk about yourself!
Gerrard: At last a sympathetic audience! I'll tell you the story of my life. How as a child I was stolen by the gypsies, and why at the age of thirty-two, I find myself in my lonely Essex cottage, how...
Intruder: Keep it to yourself, and just answer my questions. You live here alone? Well, do you?
Gerrard: I'm sorry. I thought you were telling me, not asking me. A question of inflection; your voice is unfamiliar.
Q: Why didn't Gerrard answer the intruder's questions?
a)
because he was not listening to the intruder
b)
because he was not feeling well
c)
because he thought he wasn't asked any question.
d)
because he didn't like the intruder
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Imk Pathshala answered |
Solution:
- Gerrard did not answer because he thought the intruder wasn't asking a question.
- He believed it was a matter of inflection due to the intruder's unfamiliar voice.
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: (pleasantly) Why, this is a surprise, Mr- er-
Intruder: I'm glad you're pleased to see me. I don't think you'll be pleased for long. Fut those paws up!
Gerrard: This is all very melodramatic, not very original, perhaps, but...
Intruder: Trying to be calm and-er-
Gerrard: 'Nonchalant' is your word, I think.
Intruder: Thanks a lot. You'll soon stop being smart. I'll make you crawl. I want to know a few things, see.Q: How can you say that the intruder's behaviour is harsh?- a)The intruder is throwing things in the cottage
- b)The intruder is shouting very loudly
- c)The intruder is abusing Gerrard continuously
- d)The intruder is speaking threateningly
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: (pleasantly) Why, this is a surprise, Mr- er-
Intruder: I'm glad you're pleased to see me. I don't think you'll be pleased for long. Fut those paws up!
Gerrard: This is all very melodramatic, not very original, perhaps, but...
Intruder: Trying to be calm and-er-
Gerrard: 'Nonchalant' is your word, I think.
Intruder: Thanks a lot. You'll soon stop being smart. I'll make you crawl. I want to know a few things, see.
Gerrard: (pleasantly) Why, this is a surprise, Mr- er-
Intruder: I'm glad you're pleased to see me. I don't think you'll be pleased for long. Fut those paws up!
Gerrard: This is all very melodramatic, not very original, perhaps, but...
Intruder: Trying to be calm and-er-
Gerrard: 'Nonchalant' is your word, I think.
Intruder: Thanks a lot. You'll soon stop being smart. I'll make you crawl. I want to know a few things, see.
Q: How can you say that the intruder's behaviour is harsh?
a)
The intruder is throwing things in the cottage
b)
The intruder is shouting very loudly
c)
The intruder is abusing Gerrard continuously
d)
The intruder is speaking threateningly
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Let's Tute answered |
The intruder's behaviour can be described as harsh due to several factors:
- The intruder speaks in a threatening manner, indicating his intent to harm Gerrard.
- He uses aggressive language, suggesting he will make Gerrard "crawl."
- His overall demeanour is intimidating, creating a sense of fear.
These elements combine to portray the intruder's actions as not just harsh, but also menacing.
Who was cleverer? - a)Gerard
- b)Intruder
- c)Sergeant
- d)all of the above
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Who was cleverer?
a)
Gerard
b)
Intruder
c)
Sergeant
d)
all of the above
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Trisha Vashisht answered |
The question cannot be answered as it stands because there's no information provided about the characters or their actions to compare their cleverness. Additional details are needed to determine who was cleverer.
According to Gerrard, who was luckier than most melodramatic villains.- a)Gerrard
- b)the intruder
- c)both A and B
- d)none of the above
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
According to Gerrard, who was luckier than most melodramatic villains.
a)
Gerrard
b)
the intruder
c)
both A and B
d)
none of the above
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Imk Pathshala answered |
Gerrard's statement refers to 'the intruder' as being luckier than most melodramatic villains, making option B correct.
Read the following extracts carefully and answer the questions that follow—
Gerrard: Anything you like. I know all the answers. But before we begin I should like to change my position; you may be comfortable, but I am not.
Intruder: Sit down there, and no funny business. (Motions to a chair, and seats himself on the divan by the bag.) Now then, we'll have a nice little talk about yourself!
Gerrard: At last a sympathetic audience! I'll tell you the story of my life. How as a child I was stolen by the gypsies, and why at the age of thirty-two, I find myself in my lonely Essex cottage, how...
Intruder: Keep it to yourself, and just answer my questions. You live here alone? Well, do you?
Gerrard: I'm sorry. I thought you were telling me, not asking me. A question of inflection; your voice is unfamiliar. Q: Where and with whom does Gerrard live?- a)in a bungalow, with five servants
- b)alone in a small cottage
- c)in a small house, with his wife
- d)alone in a big house
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the following extracts carefully and answer the questions that follow—
Gerrard: Anything you like. I know all the answers. But before we begin I should like to change my position; you may be comfortable, but I am not.
Intruder: Sit down there, and no funny business. (Motions to a chair, and seats himself on the divan by the bag.) Now then, we'll have a nice little talk about yourself!
Gerrard: At last a sympathetic audience! I'll tell you the story of my life. How as a child I was stolen by the gypsies, and why at the age of thirty-two, I find myself in my lonely Essex cottage, how...
Intruder: Keep it to yourself, and just answer my questions. You live here alone? Well, do you?
Gerrard: I'm sorry. I thought you were telling me, not asking me. A question of inflection; your voice is unfamiliar.
Gerrard: Anything you like. I know all the answers. But before we begin I should like to change my position; you may be comfortable, but I am not.
Intruder: Sit down there, and no funny business. (Motions to a chair, and seats himself on the divan by the bag.) Now then, we'll have a nice little talk about yourself!
Gerrard: At last a sympathetic audience! I'll tell you the story of my life. How as a child I was stolen by the gypsies, and why at the age of thirty-two, I find myself in my lonely Essex cottage, how...
Intruder: Keep it to yourself, and just answer my questions. You live here alone? Well, do you?
Gerrard: I'm sorry. I thought you were telling me, not asking me. A question of inflection; your voice is unfamiliar.
Q: Where and with whom does Gerrard live?
a)
in a bungalow, with five servants
b)
alone in a small cottage
c)
in a small house, with his wife
d)
alone in a big house
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EduRev Class 9 answered |
As stated in the chapter, Gerrard lives alone in a small cottage.
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: You seem to have taken a considerable amount of trouble. Since you know so much about me, won't you say something about yourself? You have been so modest.
Intruder: I could tell you plenty. You think you're smart, but I'm the top of the class round here. I've got brains and I use them. That's how I've got where I have.
Gerrard: And where precisely have you got? It didn't require a great brain to break into my little cottage.
Intruder: When you know why I've broken into your little cottage. you'll be surprised, and it won't be a pleasant surprise.Q: What pleasant surprise is being talked about here?- a)the intruder is going to stay with Gerrard.
- b)the intruder is going to loot Gerrard's house.
- c)the intruder is going to kill Gerrard.
- d)the intruder is going to gift Gerrard some jewels.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: You seem to have taken a considerable amount of trouble. Since you know so much about me, won't you say something about yourself? You have been so modest.
Intruder: I could tell you plenty. You think you're smart, but I'm the top of the class round here. I've got brains and I use them. That's how I've got where I have.
Gerrard: And where precisely have you got? It didn't require a great brain to break into my little cottage.
Intruder: When you know why I've broken into your little cottage. you'll be surprised, and it won't be a pleasant surprise.
Gerrard: You seem to have taken a considerable amount of trouble. Since you know so much about me, won't you say something about yourself? You have been so modest.
Intruder: I could tell you plenty. You think you're smart, but I'm the top of the class round here. I've got brains and I use them. That's how I've got where I have.
Gerrard: And where precisely have you got? It didn't require a great brain to break into my little cottage.
Intruder: When you know why I've broken into your little cottage. you'll be surprised, and it won't be a pleasant surprise.
Q: What pleasant surprise is being talked about here?
a)
the intruder is going to stay with Gerrard.
b)
the intruder is going to loot Gerrard's house.
c)
the intruder is going to kill Gerrard.
d)
the intruder is going to gift Gerrard some jewels.
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Let's Tute answered |
The intruder's statement about the surprise he has for Gerrard suggests a serious threat. The phrase "it won't be a pleasant surprise" indicates that the intruder has malicious intentions.
Key points to consider:
- The intruder claims he is going to kill Gerrard.
- This statement is made in a context that suggests he feels justified in his actions.
- Gerrard's response indicates he understands the gravity of the situation.
Therefore, the unpleasant surprise refers to the intruder's intention to commit murder.
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Intruder: Listen, this gun's no toy. I can hurt you without killing you, and still get my answers.
Gerard: Of course, if you put it like that, I'll be glad to assist you. I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner.
Intruder: That's better. Do people often come out here?
Gerard: Very rarely. Surprisingly few people take the trouble to visit me. There's the baker and the greengrocer, of course; and then there's the milkman-quite charming, but no one so interesting as yourself.
Intruder: I happen to know that you never see tradespeople.Q: How can you say that the intruder is a criminal?- a)He has lots of money in his bag
- b)He has bloodshot eyes and his hands are stained with blood
- c)He is talking with Gerrard on gun point
- d)He is trying to hit Gerrard
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Intruder: Listen, this gun's no toy. I can hurt you without killing you, and still get my answers.
Gerard: Of course, if you put it like that, I'll be glad to assist you. I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner.
Intruder: That's better. Do people often come out here?
Gerard: Very rarely. Surprisingly few people take the trouble to visit me. There's the baker and the greengrocer, of course; and then there's the milkman-quite charming, but no one so interesting as yourself.
Intruder: I happen to know that you never see tradespeople.
Intruder: Listen, this gun's no toy. I can hurt you without killing you, and still get my answers.
Gerard: Of course, if you put it like that, I'll be glad to assist you. I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner.
Intruder: That's better. Do people often come out here?
Gerard: Very rarely. Surprisingly few people take the trouble to visit me. There's the baker and the greengrocer, of course; and then there's the milkman-quite charming, but no one so interesting as yourself.
Intruder: I happen to know that you never see tradespeople.
Q: How can you say that the intruder is a criminal?
a)
He has lots of money in his bag
b)
He has bloodshot eyes and his hands are stained with blood
c)
He is talking with Gerrard on gun point
d)
He is trying to hit Gerrard
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Imk Pathshala answered |
He has a revolver in his hand. This intruder is a criminal. He orders Gerrard to put up his hands.
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: You seem to have taken a considerable amount of trouble. Since you know so much about me, won't you say something about yourself? You have been so modest.
Intruder: I could tell you plenty. You think you're smart, but I'm the top of the class round here. I've got brains and I use them. That's how I've got where I have.
Gerrard: And where precisely have you got? It didn't require a great brain to break into my little cottage.
Intruder: When you know why I've broken into your little cottage. you'll be surprised, and it won't be a pleasant surprise.Q: What is the plan of the intruder?- a)to make Gerrard unconscious to loot his house
- b)to kill Gerrard to take over his property
- c)to kill Gerrard to take on his identity
- d)to kidnap Gerrard to ask money from his relatives
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: You seem to have taken a considerable amount of trouble. Since you know so much about me, won't you say something about yourself? You have been so modest.
Intruder: I could tell you plenty. You think you're smart, but I'm the top of the class round here. I've got brains and I use them. That's how I've got where I have.
Gerrard: And where precisely have you got? It didn't require a great brain to break into my little cottage.
Intruder: When you know why I've broken into your little cottage. you'll be surprised, and it won't be a pleasant surprise.
Gerrard: You seem to have taken a considerable amount of trouble. Since you know so much about me, won't you say something about yourself? You have been so modest.
Intruder: I could tell you plenty. You think you're smart, but I'm the top of the class round here. I've got brains and I use them. That's how I've got where I have.
Gerrard: And where precisely have you got? It didn't require a great brain to break into my little cottage.
Intruder: When you know why I've broken into your little cottage. you'll be surprised, and it won't be a pleasant surprise.
Q: What is the plan of the intruder?
a)
to make Gerrard unconscious to loot his house
b)
to kill Gerrard to take over his property
c)
to kill Gerrard to take on his identity
d)
to kidnap Gerrard to ask money from his relatives
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Imk Pathshala answered |
The intruder's plan is to take over Gerrard's identity. This is evident from the following points:
- The intruder expresses confidence in his intelligence, suggesting he has a clever scheme.
- He indicates that Gerrard will be surprised by his intentions, implying a significant and shocking plan.
- His aim is to kill Gerrard, which he states directly, to assume his identity.
- This plan is motivated by the intruder's desire for freedom, as he is a wanted criminal.
Overall, the intruder's goal is to eliminate Gerrard and take on his life.
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Intruder: Listen, this gun's no toy. I can hurt you without killing you, and still get my answers.
Gerard: Of course, if you put it like that, I'll be glad to assist you. I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner.
Intruder: That's better. Do people often come out here?
Gerard: Very rarely. Surprisingly few people take the trouble to visit me. There's the baker and the greengrocer, of course; and then there's the milkman-quite charming, but no one so interesting as yourself.
Intruder: I happen to know that you never see tradespeople.Q: Who comes to visit Gerrard generally?- a)The milkman
- b)The greengrocer
- c)The baker
- d)All of them
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Intruder: Listen, this gun's no toy. I can hurt you without killing you, and still get my answers.
Gerard: Of course, if you put it like that, I'll be glad to assist you. I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner.
Intruder: That's better. Do people often come out here?
Gerard: Very rarely. Surprisingly few people take the trouble to visit me. There's the baker and the greengrocer, of course; and then there's the milkman-quite charming, but no one so interesting as yourself.
Intruder: I happen to know that you never see tradespeople.
Intruder: Listen, this gun's no toy. I can hurt you without killing you, and still get my answers.
Gerard: Of course, if you put it like that, I'll be glad to assist you. I do possess a car, and it's in the garage round the corner.
Intruder: That's better. Do people often come out here?
Gerard: Very rarely. Surprisingly few people take the trouble to visit me. There's the baker and the greengrocer, of course; and then there's the milkman-quite charming, but no one so interesting as yourself.
Intruder: I happen to know that you never see tradespeople.
Q: Who comes to visit Gerrard generally?
a)
The milkman
b)
The greengrocer
c)
The baker
d)
All of them
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EduRev Class 9 answered |
The Intruder wanted personal details from Gerrard, such as whether he lived alone, what his Christian name was, whether he had a car, and whether people visited him. Gerrard mentions that the usual visitors are "the baker and the greengrocer," as well as "the milkman," indicating that all of them visit him.
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: Anything you like. I know all the answers. But before we begin I should like to change my position; you may be comfortable, but I am not.
Intruder: Sit down there, and no funny business. (Motions to a chair, and seats himself on the divan by the bag.) Now then, we'll have a nice little talk about yourself!
Gerrard: At last a sympathetic audience! I'll tell you the story of my life. How as a child I was stolen by the gypsies, and why at the age of thirty-two, I find myself in my lonely Essex cottage, how...
Intruder: Keep it to yourself, and just answer my questions. You live here alone? Well, do you?
Gerrard: I'm sorry. I thought you were telling me, not asking me. A question of inflection; your voice is unfamiliar. Q: What did happen when Gerrard was a child?- a)He got into an accident
- b)He was beaten by his neighbour
- c)He fell ill seriously
- d)He was stolen by the gypsies
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: Anything you like. I know all the answers. But before we begin I should like to change my position; you may be comfortable, but I am not.
Intruder: Sit down there, and no funny business. (Motions to a chair, and seats himself on the divan by the bag.) Now then, we'll have a nice little talk about yourself!
Gerrard: At last a sympathetic audience! I'll tell you the story of my life. How as a child I was stolen by the gypsies, and why at the age of thirty-two, I find myself in my lonely Essex cottage, how...
Intruder: Keep it to yourself, and just answer my questions. You live here alone? Well, do you?
Gerrard: I'm sorry. I thought you were telling me, not asking me. A question of inflection; your voice is unfamiliar.
Gerrard: Anything you like. I know all the answers. But before we begin I should like to change my position; you may be comfortable, but I am not.
Intruder: Sit down there, and no funny business. (Motions to a chair, and seats himself on the divan by the bag.) Now then, we'll have a nice little talk about yourself!
Gerrard: At last a sympathetic audience! I'll tell you the story of my life. How as a child I was stolen by the gypsies, and why at the age of thirty-two, I find myself in my lonely Essex cottage, how...
Intruder: Keep it to yourself, and just answer my questions. You live here alone? Well, do you?
Gerrard: I'm sorry. I thought you were telling me, not asking me. A question of inflection; your voice is unfamiliar.
Q: What did happen when Gerrard was a child?
a)
He got into an accident
b)
He was beaten by his neighbour
c)
He fell ill seriously
d)
He was stolen by the gypsies
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Imk Pathshala answered |
When Gerrard was a child, he was stolen by the gypsies.
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: (pleasantly) Why, this is a surprise, Mr- er-
Intruder: I'm glad you're pleased to see me. I don't think you'll be pleased for long. Fut those paws up!
Gerrard: This is all very melodramatic, not very original, perhaps, but...
Intruder: Trying to be calm and-er-
Gerrard: 'Nonchalant' is your word, I think.
Intruder: Thanks a lot. You'll soon stop being smart. I'll make you crawl. I want to know a few things, see. Q: Where is the conversation taking place?- a)in the small cottage of Gerrard
- b)in the small cottage of the intruder
- c)in the shop of the intruder
- d)in a restaurant
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: (pleasantly) Why, this is a surprise, Mr- er-
Intruder: I'm glad you're pleased to see me. I don't think you'll be pleased for long. Fut those paws up!
Gerrard: This is all very melodramatic, not very original, perhaps, but...
Intruder: Trying to be calm and-er-
Gerrard: 'Nonchalant' is your word, I think.
Intruder: Thanks a lot. You'll soon stop being smart. I'll make you crawl. I want to know a few things, see.
Gerrard: (pleasantly) Why, this is a surprise, Mr- er-
Intruder: I'm glad you're pleased to see me. I don't think you'll be pleased for long. Fut those paws up!
Gerrard: This is all very melodramatic, not very original, perhaps, but...
Intruder: Trying to be calm and-er-
Gerrard: 'Nonchalant' is your word, I think.
Intruder: Thanks a lot. You'll soon stop being smart. I'll make you crawl. I want to know a few things, see.
Q: Where is the conversation taking place?
a)
in the small cottage of Gerrard
b)
in the small cottage of the intruder
c)
in the shop of the intruder
d)
in a restaurant
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Imk Pathshala answered |
The conversation takes place in Gerrard's small cottage. The intruder enters unexpectedly, suggesting that it is Gerrard's residence being intruded upon.
- Gerrard responds pleasantly, indicating his surprise at the unexpected visitor.
- The intruder's demand to "put those paws up" shows he is the uninvited guest.
- Gerrard's use of the word 'nonchalant' implies an attempt to remain calm in a familiar setting.
Who did the intruder want to get information? - a)Gerrard
- b)the police
- c)himself
- d)all of the above
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Who did the intruder want to get information?
a)
Gerrard
b)
the police
c)
himself
d)
all of the above
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EduRev Class 9 answered |
- The intruder wanted information about Gerrard, as he believed Gerrard had a life similar to his own.
- He was also interested in how the police operated, thinking he could evade them.
- Additionally, the intruder was looking for information that could benefit himself, aiming to assume Gerrard's identity.
- Therefore, all options are correct, making "all of the above" the right answer.
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: Anything you like. I know all the answers. But before we begin I should like to change my position; you may be comfortable, but I am not.
Intruder: Sit down there, and no funny business. (Motions to a chair, and seats himself on the divan by the bag.) Now then, we'll have a nice little talk about yourself!
Gerrard: At last a sympathetic audience! I'll tell you the story of my life. How as a child I was stolen by the gypsies, and why at the age of thirty-two, I find myself in my lonely Essex cottage, how...
Intruder: Keep it to yourself, and just answer my questions. You live here alone? Well, do you?
Gerrard: I'm sorry. I thought you were telling me, not asking me. A question of inflection; your voice is unfamiliar. Q: How can you say that Gerrard is funny with the intruder?- a)because he asked the intruder to stop laughing
- b)because he was cracking jokes
- c)because he was laughing continuously
- d)because the intruder himself warned him not to be funny
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: Anything you like. I know all the answers. But before we begin I should like to change my position; you may be comfortable, but I am not.
Intruder: Sit down there, and no funny business. (Motions to a chair, and seats himself on the divan by the bag.) Now then, we'll have a nice little talk about yourself!
Gerrard: At last a sympathetic audience! I'll tell you the story of my life. How as a child I was stolen by the gypsies, and why at the age of thirty-two, I find myself in my lonely Essex cottage, how...
Intruder: Keep it to yourself, and just answer my questions. You live here alone? Well, do you?
Gerrard: I'm sorry. I thought you were telling me, not asking me. A question of inflection; your voice is unfamiliar.
Gerrard: Anything you like. I know all the answers. But before we begin I should like to change my position; you may be comfortable, but I am not.
Intruder: Sit down there, and no funny business. (Motions to a chair, and seats himself on the divan by the bag.) Now then, we'll have a nice little talk about yourself!
Gerrard: At last a sympathetic audience! I'll tell you the story of my life. How as a child I was stolen by the gypsies, and why at the age of thirty-two, I find myself in my lonely Essex cottage, how...
Intruder: Keep it to yourself, and just answer my questions. You live here alone? Well, do you?
Gerrard: I'm sorry. I thought you were telling me, not asking me. A question of inflection; your voice is unfamiliar.
Q: How can you say that Gerrard is funny with the intruder?
a)
because he asked the intruder to stop laughing
b)
because he was cracking jokes
c)
because he was laughing continuously
d)
because the intruder himself warned him not to be funny
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Let's Tute answered |
Gerrard's interaction with the intruder reveals his humorous nature.
He demonstrates this by:
- Responding wittily to the intruder's demands, showing he is not intimidated.
- Using sarcasm when he refers to the intruder as a "sympathetic audience," which highlights the absurdity of the situation.
- Maintaining a light-hearted tone even when faced with a threat, indicating his cleverness and composure.
- Challenging the intruder by questioning his authority and inflection, which adds a layer of humour to the tense exchange.
Overall, Gerrard's ability to remain humorous in a serious situation illustrates his quick wit and confidence.
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: (pleasantly) Why, this is a surprise, Mr- er-
Intruder: I'm glad you're pleased to see me. I don't think you'll be pleased for long. Fut those paws up!
Gerrard: This is all very melodramatic, not very original, perhaps, but...
Intruder: Trying to be calm and-er-
Gerrard: 'Nonchalant' is your word, I think.
Intruder: Thanks a lot. You'll soon stop being smart. I'll make you crawl. I want to know a few things, see. Q: What, according to Gerrard, is very melodramatic?- a)A thief's breaking into his house
- b)The intruder's breaking into his house
- c)A policeman's coming into his house
- d)The intruder's sudden exit from his house
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Read the extract given below and answer the question that follow:
Gerrard: (pleasantly) Why, this is a surprise, Mr- er-
Intruder: I'm glad you're pleased to see me. I don't think you'll be pleased for long. Fut those paws up!
Gerrard: This is all very melodramatic, not very original, perhaps, but...
Intruder: Trying to be calm and-er-
Gerrard: 'Nonchalant' is your word, I think.
Intruder: Thanks a lot. You'll soon stop being smart. I'll make you crawl. I want to know a few things, see.
Gerrard: (pleasantly) Why, this is a surprise, Mr- er-
Intruder: I'm glad you're pleased to see me. I don't think you'll be pleased for long. Fut those paws up!
Gerrard: This is all very melodramatic, not very original, perhaps, but...
Intruder: Trying to be calm and-er-
Gerrard: 'Nonchalant' is your word, I think.
Intruder: Thanks a lot. You'll soon stop being smart. I'll make you crawl. I want to know a few things, see.
Q: What, according to Gerrard, is very melodramatic?
a)
A thief's breaking into his house
b)
The intruder's breaking into his house
c)
A policeman's coming into his house
d)
The intruder's sudden exit from his house
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EduRev Class 9 answered |
What, according to Gerrard, is very melodramatic?
Gerrard describes the intruder's breaking into his house as melodramatic. He acknowledges that while it may not be original, it is certainly theatrical.
- Gerrard's reaction indicates he finds the situation exaggerated.
- He uses the term "melodramatic" to highlight the drama of the moment.
- This suggests a level of sarcasm in his tone.
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