Test: Children At Work - Class 8 MCQ

Velu wandered around for hours before getting into the train without a ticket.

• The Tamil sign on the building reads "Central Jail," indicating that the structure is a prison facility. 
• This detail adds a layer of intrigue and raises questions about why the girl points out the jail to Velu, hinting at potential themes of danger or consequences in the narrative.

Velu ended up in Chennai by sneaking onto a train without a ticket. This action demonstrates his desperation and resourcefulness as he fled his village to escape his abusive father.

In the situation described, the girl warns Velu about the danger of standing in the middle of the road due to the continuous flow of vehicles that do not stop for pedestrians. This cautionary advice emphasizes the importance of being alert and aware of one's surroundings to avoid accidents or harm.

Velu decided to follow the girl because he felt lost and had no idea where to go in the bustling train station. His decision reflects his vulnerability as a young boy navigating a new and overwhelming environment.

Velu ran away from the home because he could not stand his father’s beatings. His father would snatch the money he and his sister earned for his drinks.

The girl at the train station offered to help Velu by suggesting she could find him some food. This gesture of kindness and concern demonstrates her willingness to assist a fellow child in need in the crowded and chaotic environment of the train station.

He had never seen so many people except once a year at the fair in the village, so this railway platform reminded him of the village fair.

Velu runs away from home and reaches Chennai Central.

Jaya recognised at once that Velu was a run away from home.