Class 7 English An Alien Hand Practice Question Answers - Chandni

Directions: Read the following questions carefully and choose the correct answer from the given alternatives:

Q1. Who had the size of a big deer?
(a) Kalua
(b) Chandni
(c) Gujri
(d) Wolf
Ans: (a)
In the story, "The Goat and the Shepherds," Kalua was described to have the size of a big deer. He was a majestic and impressive-looking goat.

Q2. Abbu Khan pushed Chandni into a small hut. This shows that he :
(a) was cruel
(b) loved her and wanted to save her life
(c) was selfish
(d) none of these
Ans: (b)
When Abbu Khan noticed that Chandni was in danger from a wolf, he pushed her into a small hut to protect her and save her life. This action demonstrates his love and concern for Chandni.

Q3. Whose eyes were shining like burning coals?
(a) Chandni’s
(b) Wolfs
(c) Wild goat’s
(d) Kalua’s
Ans: (b)
In the story, the eyes of the wolf were described as shining like burning coals. This vivid description adds to the portrayal of the wolf as a fierce and threatening predator.

Q4. “Who is the winner ?” Who spoke these words?
(a) A wise old bird
(b) Abbu
(c) A bird
(d) Wolf
Ans: (c)
A bird spoke these words to ask the other animals about the winner of the race between Kalua and Chandni. The bird acted as a neutral observer in the story.

Q5. “Chandni is the winner”. Who spoke these words?
(a) A wise old bird
(b) Abbu
(c) A bird
(d) Wolf
Ans: (a)
A wise old bird declared Chandni as the winner of the race between Kalua and herself. The bird's wisdom played a significant role in the outcome of the race.

Q6. Which animal was kept by Abbu Khan as pet?
(a) Cow
(b) Goat
(c) Buffalo
(d) Horse
Ans: (b)
Abbu Khan kept a goat, Chandni, as his pet. He cared for her and loved her deeply.

Q7. Who killed the runaway goats in the hills?
(a) Wolf
(b) Tiger
(c) Lion
(d) Farmer
Ans: (a)
The wolf was responsible for killing the runaway goats in the hills. He was a threat to the animals in the area, and the shepherds were concerned about their safety.

Q8. What did Abbu Khan buy?
(a) A goat
(b) A lion
(c) A tiger
(d) A bear cub
Ans: (a)
Abbu Khan bought a goat, Chandni, who later became his pet and the central character of the story.

Q9. What name did the Abbu Khan give the young goat?
(a) Gauri
(b) Chandni
(c) Kalua
(d) Gujri
Ans: (b)
Abbu Khan gave the name "Chandni" to the young goat, symbolizing her white and shining coat.

Q10. Where did Chandni want to go?
(a) To the jungle
(b) To the pond
(c) To the hills
(d) To the lake
Ans: (c)
In the story, Chandni wanted to go to the hills, which led to the adventurous race between her and Kalua, the other goat. The race determined who would be allowed to graze in the hills.