Class 7 English An Alien Hand Practice Question Answers - The Bear Story

Directions: Read the following questions carefully and choose the correct answer from the given alternatives:
Q1. Which fruit did the bear like the most?
(a) Orange
(b) Pear
(c) Apple
(d) Cherry
Ans: (c)
In the story "The Bear Story," it is mentioned that the bear liked apples the most. The lady, who was the bear's caretaker, would give her apples as a treat.

Q2. Which day was bear put on the chain in the week?
(a) On everyday
(b) Never
(c) On Sunday
(d) On Monday
Ans: (c)
The bear was put on the chain on Sundays. This was done to prevent the bear from wandering around freely and causing any harm.

Q3. Who was the caretaker of the bear?
(a) A farmer
(b) A cook
(c) The lady
(d) An old woman
Ans: (b)
The caretaker of the bear was a cook. The story mentions that the lady who took care of the bear was a cook in the house.

Q4. What was bear promised on her (lady’s) return?
(a) An apple
(b) A bread
(c) An orange
(d) A walk on foot
Ans: (a)
When the lady left the house, she promised the bear an apple upon her return. The bear eagerly awaited the treat.

Q5. Whom did the lady meet on the way?
(a) Her pet bear
(b) A jungle bear
(c) A lion
(d) A tiger
Ans: (a)
On her way, the lady met her pet bear, whom she had left at home. This encounter was surprising and amusing for the lady.

Q6. Where did the old lady live in a forest?
(a) In a hut
(b) In a decent house
(c) In an old manor house
(d) In a cave
Ans: (c)
In the story, the old lady lived in an old manor house located in the forest. This was her residence where she took care of the bear and other animals.

Q7. What did the lady have as a pet?
(a) House
(b) Bear
(c) Dog
(d) Sheep
Ans: (b) Bear
 The lady had a bear as her pet. She took care of the bear and kept her in the house.

Q8. Where did the lady find the bear cub?
(a) In the forest
(b) In a hut
(c) In a cave
(d) Near the pond
Ans: (a)
The lady found the bear cub in the forest. She must have come across the cub while wandering in the woods and decided to take her home.

Q9. The bear was very _______
(a) cunning
(b) selfish
(c) cruel
(d) friendly
Ans: (d)
The bear in the story was portrayed as friendly. Despite being a wild animal, she shared a friendly bond with the lady and was not aggressive.

Q10. How many dogs were the bear’s playmates?
(a) One
(b) Three
(c) Two
(d) Four
Ans: (b)
The bear had three dogs as her playmates. The story mentions that the bear and the three dogs would play together and enjoy each other's company.