Textbook Solutions: Meeting Cézanne | Gul Mohar Class 6: Book Solutions, Summaries & Worksheets PDF Download

Intext Questions

Q2: The atmosphere in the room changes. How are the people reacting?
a. Amandine is …
Ans: Amandine is upset and angry, and even starts crying.
b. The diners are …
Ans: The diners are silent and surprised by the scene.
c. Uncle Bruno is …
Ans: Uncle Bruno looks serious and stern, very different from his usual cheerful nature.
d. Yannick must be …
Ans: Yannick must be worried and confused by everything happening.

Q3: Do you think Amandine and Yannick were close?
Ans: Yes. They argued sometimes, but Amandine later apologised, and Yannick also wanted to cheer her up. This shows that they cared about each other.

Q4: What image of the artist comes to your mind when you read this para?
Ans: An old man with very little hair, sitting in the sunshine and sketching. His eyes looked young, bright, and full of energy.

Q5: The writer has used the word sadly to show…
Ans: It shows the painter’s regret when he said he wished his name was Cézanne. It reflects his deep respect and admiration for Cézanne.

Understanding the Text

A. Choose the correct answers.

Yannick followed his habit of burning the tablecloth, not knowing it was important.

Q2: Uncle Bruno was angry with Amandine because she
a. didn't tell Yannick to save the tablecloth.
b. shouted at Yannick in front of everyone.
c. blamed Yannick unfairly for the ruined tablecloth.
Ans: (a) didn't tell Yannick to save the tablecloth.

​​​​Bruno understood Yannick’s mistake, but Amandine had not warned him.

Q3: According to Uncle Bruno, the unforgettable thing that had happened to Yannick was that
a. a great artist had made him a painting as an appreciation for his effort.
b. the famous man liked his crème brûlée.
c. he had met a great painter.
Ans: (a) a great artist had made him a painting as an appreciation for his effort.

The painting became very special as it was a gift for Yannick.

Q4: Uncle Bruno asked Yannick to always look on the bright side of things
a. because doing so would change a bad situation.
b. because doing so would help him face a bad situation.
c. so that he could always remain cheerful.
Ans: (b) because doing so would help him face a bad situation.

Bruno wanted him to stay positive during difficulties.

Q5: The artist did not get angry with Yannick for not recognising him because he
a. didn't care what Yannick thought about him.
b. knew that Yannick was his friend's nephew and meant no ill-will.
c. was touched by Yannick's innocence and his sincere attempt to set things right.
Ans: (c) was touched by Yannick's innocence and his sincere attempt to set things right.

The painter admired Yannick’s honesty and effort.

B. Answer these questions.

Q2: Why did Amandine try to remove the burning tablecloth from the fire? (para 6)
Ans: The painter had sketched on it as a tip, and she realised its value only after Yannick burned it.

Q3: Did Amandine think her father would be angry with her for the burnt tablecloth? What tells you this? (para 9)
Ans: Yes. She quickly blamed Yannick to avoid her father’s anger, which shows she was afraid.

Q4: “I thought she was going to lie.” Who is the speaker talking about? Why did he think that she was going to lie? (para 11)
Ans: Yannick was talking about Amandine. He thought she would lie to escape blame, but she told the truth.

Q5: “I had worked out exactly what to do and how to do it.” What was the speaker going to do and why? What does this say about him?
Ans: Yannick planned to meet the painter and ask for another drawing for Bruno. It shows he was thoughtful, caring, and responsible.

Q6: “Now that I was this close to him I could see he was indeed very old. But his eyes were young, bright and searching.”
a. How has this image of the painter been contrasted against Yannick's first impression of him? (paras 3 and 19)
Ans: At first, Yannick thought the man looked plain and ordinary. Later, he saw the brightness in his eyes, which showed hidden energy.
b. How does Yannick's initial reaction to the old man's appearance prepare you for the rest of the events in the story?
Ans: It creates a contrast. Although he looked simple, he turned out to be an extraordinary artist, leading to the surprise at the end.

Q7: “... just as I'd seen them in Brittany.” What did the speaker see in Brittany? What did he compare that sight with? Do you think he was surprised that they were so similar? (para 26)
Ans: He had seen racing boats near a lighthouse in Brittany. He compared that memory with the artist’s sketch. Yes, he was surprised at how similar they were.

Q8: Throughout the text, the famous man is described as the greatest painter in the world. And yet, at the end, he wishes his name was Cezanne. Why do you think someone who is already famous would want to be known by the name of another famous artist? What does this say about him and his feelings for Cezanne? (para 28)
Ans: The painter admired Cézanne deeply and wished he could be like him. It shows his humility and great respect for another master artist.

Appreciating the Text

Ans: 

• Yannick is shown as earnest and helpful when he tries to deliver the peaches.
• Amandine gets angry quickly and is proud about her peaches.
• Uncle Bruno is kind and generous, helping Yannick when he feels guilty.
• Cézanne, the painter, is both talented and humble, as he graciously accepts the peaches and gifts Yannick his painting.

Q2: Do you think that 'Meeting Cezanne' is a suitable title for the text? Why or why not?
Ans: Yes. Yannick thought he had met Cézanne, though it was Picasso. The title reflects his innocent admiration and the surprise twist at the end.

Q3: The 'I' in the story is ................................ Is the story more interesting because it is told from this character's point of view? Discuss in class.
Ans: The “I” is Yannick. Yes, it is more interesting, as we see the events through his innocent eyes and understand his honest feelings.