Extract Based Questions: Birth | English Class 11 PDF Download

Read the extract and answer the following questions.
Extract:
“Eh, Doctor, I’m glad to see you. I been back and forward here this last hour. The missus wants ye —before time, too.” Andrew, abruptly recalled from the contemplation of his own affairs, told Morgan to wait. He went into the house for his bag, then together they set out for Number 12 Blaina Terrace. The night air was cool and deep with quiet mystery. Usually so perceptive, Andrew now felt dull and listless. He had no premonition that this night call would prove unusual, still less that it would influence his whole future in Blaenelly.
(Birth)
Question (i): What is the name of the doctor who is called for a night visit?
(a) Andrew
(b) Morgan
(c) Blaina
(d) Blaenelly
Ans: (a) Andrew
Step-by-step explanation: To answer this question, we need to identify the doctor who is called for a night visit in the extract.

• The first sentence of the extract tells us that Morgan is the one who calls the doctor and says "I'm glad to see you". This means that Morgan is not the doctor, but the caller.
• The second sentence of the extract tells us that Andrew goes into the house for his bag, then sets out for Number 12 Blaina Terrace with Morgan. This means that Andrew is the one who has a bag, which is likely to be a doctor's bag. This also means that Andrew is not at his destination yet, but is going there with Morgan.
• The last sentence of the extract tells us that Andrew is usually perceptive, but now feels dull and listless. This means that Andrew is the main character of the story and the one whose perspective we are following.
• Therefore, based on these clues, we can conclude that Andrew is the name of the doctor who is called for a night visit.

Question (ii) Why does Morgan say that the missus wants the doctor "before time"?

(a) She is in a hurry
(b) She is in labor
(c) She is in pain
(d) She is in danger
Ans: (b) She is in labor
Step-by-step explanation:
To answer this question, we need to understand what Morgan means by "before time".

• The phrase "before time" means earlier than expected or scheduled. It implies that something has happened sooner than planned or anticipated.
• The extract does not give us much information about why Morgan's wife wants the doctor before time, but we can use our background knowledge and common sense to make an inference.
• Since the chapter is called 'Birth' and the extract mentions a night call, we can assume that Morgan's wife is pregnant and about to give birth.
• Giving birth before time means that she is in labor prematurely or unexpectedly. This could be due to various reasons, such as complications, stress, or natural causes.
• Therefore, based on these clues, we can infer that Morgan says that the missus wants the doctor before time because she is in labor.

Question (iii): Complete the sentence appropriately. The phrase "contemplation of his own affairs" suggests that Andrew was ____________.

Ans: The phrase "contemplation of his own affairs" suggests that Andrew was preoccupied with his personal problems.
Step-by-step explanation:
To answer this question, we need to understand what the phrase "contemplation of his own affairs" means.

• The word "contemplation" means deep or serious thought or reflection. It implies that someone is focused or absorbed in something.
• The word "affairs" means matters or concerns that affect someone's life or situation. It implies that someone has issues or challenges to deal with.
• Therefore, the phrase "contemplation of his own affairs" means that Andrew was thinking deeply or seriously about his own matters or concerns that affect his life or situation.
• This suggests that Andrew was preoccupied with his personal problems. He was not paying attention to anything else, such as his surroundings, his work, or his patients. He was distracted or detached from his reality.
• Therefore, based on these clues, we can complete the sentence appropriately by saying that the phrase "contemplation of his own affairs" suggests that Andrew was preoccupied with his personal problems.

Question (iv): Pick evidence from the extract that helps one infer that Andrew was not expecting anything unusual to happen during his night call.

Ans: The evidence from the extract that helps one infer that Andrew was not expecting anything unusual to happen during his night call is the sentence "He had no premonition that this night call would prove unusual, still less that it would influence his whole future in Blaenelly."
Step-by-step explanation:
To answer this question, we need to identify the evidence from the extract that supports the inference that Andrew was not expecting anything unusual to happen during his night call.

• The word "evidence" means facts or information that indicate or prove something. It implies that we need to find a specific sentence or phrase from the extract that shows or confirms something.
• The word "infer" means to conclude or deduce something from evidence and reasoning. It implies that we need to use our logic and understanding to make a judgment or assumption about something.
• The inference that we need to support is that Andrew was not expecting anything unusual to happen during his night call. This means that we need to find evidence that shows that Andrew was unaware or oblivious of any potential surprises or changes in his night call.
• The evidence from the extract that helps us infer this is the sentence "He had no premonition that this night call would prove unusual, still less that it would influence his whole future in Blaenelly." This sentence directly tells us that Andrew had no idea or foresight that this night call would be different from any other night call, or that it would have a significant impact on his life in Blaenelly. This sentence clearly shows that Andrew was not expecting anything unusual to happen during his night call.
• Therefore, based on this evidence, we can infer that Andrew was not expecting anything unusual to happen during his night call.

Question (v): What does the term 'night air' indicate about the setting of the story?

Ans: The term 'night air' indicates that the setting of the story is dark and cool.
Step-by-step explanation:
To answer this question, we need to understand what the term 'night air' means and how it relates to the setting of the story.

• The word "night" means the time from sunset to sunrise when there is no sunlight. It implies that the setting of the story is dark and gloomy.
• The word "air" means the invisible mixture of gases that surrounds the earth and that we breathe. It implies that the setting of the story is atmospheric and environmental.
• Therefore, the term 'night air' means the air that surrounds the earth at night when there is no sunlight. It indicates that the setting of the story is dark and cool. It also suggests a sense of mystery and quietness in the story.
• Therefore, based on these clues, we can say that the term 'night air' indicates that the setting of the story is dark and cool.

Question (vi): Which of the following headlines best suggests the central idea of the extract?

(a) A Doctor's Routine Night Call
(b) A Doctor's Mysterious Adventure
(c) A Doctor's Personal Dilemma
(d) A Doctor's Unexpected Discovery
Ans: (d) A Doctor's Unexpected Discovery
Step-by-step explanation:
To answer this question, we need to identify the headline that best suggests the central idea of the extract.

• The word "headline" means a short phrase or sentence that summarizes the main point or theme of a text. It implies that we need to find a concise and catchy way to express the essence or message of the extract.
• The word "central idea" means the most important or essential thought or concept that a text conveys. It implies that we need to find the main purpose or intention of the extract.
• The central idea of the extract is that a doctor who is preoccupied with his personal problems goes for a night call that turns out to be unusual and influential for his future. This means that we need to find a headline that captures this idea in a simple and effective way.
• The headline that best suggests the central idea of the extract is (d) A Doctor's Unexpected Discovery. This headline summarizes the main point of the extract, which is that a doctor makes a surprising and significant discovery during his night call. It also creates interest and curiosity in the reader, who would want to know what the discovery is and how it affects the doctor's future.
• Therefore, based on these clues, we can choose (d) A Doctor's Unexpected Discovery as the headline that best suggests the central idea of the extract.

Read the extract and answer the following questions.
Extract:
As he gazed at the still form a shiver of horror passed over Andrew. After all that he had promised! His face, heated with his own exertions, chilled suddenly. He hesitated, torn between his desire to attempt to resuscitate the child, and his obligation towards the mother, who was herself in a desperate state. The dilemma was so urgent he did not solve it consciously. Blindly, instinctively, he gave the child to the nurse and turned his attention to Susan Morgan who now lay collapsed, almost pulseless, and not yet out of the ether, upon her side. His haste was desperate, a frantic race against her ebbing strength.
(Birth)

Question (i) What is the name of the mother who is in a desperate state?

(a) Andrew
(b) Susan
(c) Morgan
(d) Susan Morgan
Ans: Answer as written by the student: (d) Susan Morgan
Step-by-step explanation:

• To answer this question, we need to identify the name of the mother who is in a desperate state in the extract. The first sentence of the extract tells us that Andrew is the doctor who gazed at the still form of the child. This means that Andrew is not the mother, but the doctor.
• The last sentence of the extract tells us that Susan Morgan is the one who now lay collapsed, almost pulseless, and not yet out of the ether, upon her side. This means that Susan Morgan is the one who is in a desperate state, and that she is a woman.
• The previous extract tells us that Morgan's wife was pregnant and about to give birth before time. This means that Morgan's wife is the mother of the child, and that she is a woman.
• Therefore, based on these clues, we can conclude that the name of the mother who is in a desperate state is Susan Morgan.

Question (ii) What does the phrase 'still form' refer to in the extract?

(a) The child
(b) The nurse
(c) The mother
(d) The doctor
Ans: Answer as written by the student: (a) The child
Step-by-step explanation:

• To answer this question, we need to understand what the phrase 'still form' means and how it relates to one of the characters in the extract. The word "still" means not moving or making a sound; motionless or silent. It implies that we need to focus on the physical aspect of the phrase.
• The word "form" means the shape or appearance of something or someone; body or figure. It implies that we need to focus on the visual aspect of the phrase. Therefore, the phrase 'still form' means the shape or appearance of something or someone that is not moving or making a sound; a motionless or silent body or figure.
• This refers to the child in the extract. The first sentence of the extract tells us that Andrew gazed at the still form and felt a shiver of horror. This means that he was looking at something or someone that was not moving or making a sound and that made him feel scared or shocked.
• The second sentence of the extract tells us that he gave the child to the nurse and turned his attention to Susan Morgan who was in a desperate state. This means that he was holding something or someone that he could give to someone else and that he had to choose between two patients who needed his help.
• Therefore, based on these clues, we can say that the phrase 'still form' refers to the child in the extract.

Question (iii) Complete the sentence appropriately.

The word "dilemma" means a situation that requires ____________.
Ans: Answer as written by the student: The word "dilemma" means a situation that requires a difficult choice.
Step-by-step explanation:

• To answer this question, we need to understand what the word "dilemma" means and how to complete the sentence appropriately. The word "dilemma" means a situation or problem that involves two or more options or alternatives that are equally unfavorable or undesirable. It implies that someone has to make a decision that is hard or unpleasant.
• Therefore, to complete the sentence appropriately, we need to use a word or phrase that describes the type of choice that a dilemma requires. The word or phrase that best describes the type of choice that a dilemma requires is a difficult choice. This word or phrase captures the idea that a dilemma involves making a decision that is not easy or simple, but rather challenging or complicated.
• Therefore, based on this clue, we can complete the sentence appropriately by saying that the word "dilemma" means a situation that requires a difficult choice.

Question (iv) Identify the line from the text that bears evidence to the fact that the doctor had made a promise to someone.

Ans: Answer as written by the student: The line from the text that bears evidence to the fact that the doctor had made a promise to someone is "After all that he had promised!"
Step-by-step explanation:

• To answer this question, we need to identify the line from the text that supports the fact that the doctor had made a promise to someone. The word "evidence" means facts or information that indicate or prove something. It implies that we need to find a specific sentence or phrase from the text that shows or confirms something.
• The word "fact" means something that is true or real. It implies that we need to find a line from the text that is based on reality and not on opinion or inference. The fact that we need to support is that the doctor had made a promise to someone. This means that we need to find evidence that shows that he had said or done something to assure or guarantee something to someone else.
• The line from the text that bears evidence to this fact is "After all that he had promised!" This line shows that he had said or done something to assure or guarantee something to someone else, and that he was feeling regretful or guilty about it. This line also uses an exclamation mark, which indicates strong emotion or emphasis.
• Therefore, based on this evidence, we can identify this line as the one that bears evidence to the fact that the doctor had made a promise to someone.

Question (v) What does the term 'frantic race' indicate about the doctor's actions?

Ans: Answer as written by the student: The term 'frantic race' indicates that the doctor's actions were fast and desperate.
Step-by-step explanation:

• To answer this question, we need to understand what the term 'frantic race' means and how it relates to the doctor's actions. The word "frantic" means wild or distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion. It implies that someone is acting in a very excited or nervous way, without thinking clearly or calmly.
• The word "race" means a competition between runners, horses, vehicles, etc. to see which is the fastest in covering a set course; or an act of running quickly or hurriedly in a specified direction. It implies that someone is moving very fast or trying to beat someone else or something else in speed.
• Therefore, the term 'frantic race' means a competition or an act of running quickly or hurriedly in a wild or distraught way. This indicates that the doctor's actions were fast and desperate. It suggests that he was doing something very quickly and urgently, without much time or hope. It also suggests that he was feeling very fearful, anxious, or emotional about his situation.
• Therefore, based on these clues, we can say that the term 'frantic race' indicates that the doctor's actions were fast and desperate.

Question (vi) Which of the following headlines best suggests the central idea of the extract?

(a) A Doctor's Tragic Failure
(b) A Doctor's Difficult Choice
(c) A Doctor's Heroic Effort
(d) A Doctor's Ethical Dilemma
Ans: Answer as written by the student: (b) A Doctor's Difficult Choice
Step-by-step explanation:

• To answer this question, we need to identify the headline that best suggests the central idea of the extract. The word "headline" means a short phrase or sentence that summarizes the main point or theme of a text. It implies that we need to find a concise and catchy way to express the essence or message of the extract.
• The word "central idea" means the most important or essential thought or concept that a text conveys. It implies that we need to find the main purpose or intention of the extract.
• The central idea of the extract is that a doctor who feels horror at the still form of the child has to choose between trying to resuscitate the child and saving the mother who is in a desperate state. This means that we need to find a headline that captures this idea in a simple and effective way.
• The headline that best suggests the central idea of the extract is (b) A Doctor's Difficult Choice. This headline summarizes the main point of the extract, which is that a doctor has to make a hard decision between two patients who need his help. It also creates interest and curiosity in the reader, who would want to know what the doctor chooses and what the consequences are.
• Therefore, based on these clues, we can choose (b) A Doctor's Difficult Choice as the headline that best suggests the central idea of the extract.

Read the extract and answer the following questions.
Extract:
 Snatching a blanket, he laid the child upon it and began the special method of respiration. The basins arrived, the ewer, the big iron kettle. Frantically he splashed cold water into one basin; into the other he mixed water as hot as his hand could bear. Then, like some crazy juggler, he hurried the child between the two, now plunging it into the icy, now into the steaming bath. Fifteen minutes passed. Sweat was now running into Andrew’s eyes, blinding him. One of his sleeves hung down, dripping. His breath came pantingly. But no breath came from the lax body of the child.
(Birth)

Question (i) What is the name of the special method of respiration that the doctor used on the child?

(a) CPR
(b) Mouth-to-mouth
(c) Oxygen mask
(d) Inhaler
Ans: Answer as written by the student: (a) CPR
Step-by-step explanation:

• To answer this question, we need to identify the name of the special method of respiration that the doctor used on the child in the extract. The first sentence of the extract tells us that he laid the child upon a blanket and began the special method of respiration. This means that he used a technique or procedure that helps someone breathe when they are unable to do so on their own.
• The word "respiration" means the process of breathing; inhaling and exhaling air. It implies that we need to focus on the respiratory system or function of the child. The word "special" means different from or better than what is usual; unique or specific. It implies that we need to focus on a particular or distinctive method of respiration that is not common or ordinary.
• Therefore, we need to find the name of a unique or specific technique or procedure that helps someone breathe when they are unable to do so on their own. The name of such a method is CPR, which stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. This is a technique that involves chest compressions and artificial ventilation to restore blood circulation and oxygen delivery to someone who has stopped breathing or whose heart has stopped beating. Therefore, based on this clue, we can say that the name of the special method of respiration that the doctor used on the child is CPR.

Question (ii) What does the phrase 'crazy juggler' imply about the doctor's actions?

(a) He was throwing things in the air
(b) He was moving things quickly and skillfully
(c) He was doing something dangerous and risky
(d) He was entertaining someone with his tricks
Ans: Answer as written by the student: (b) He was moving things quickly and skillfully

Step-by-step explanation:

• To answer this question, we need to understand what the phrase 'crazy juggler' means and how it relates to the doctor's actions in the extract. The word "crazy" means extremely enthusiastic or passionate about something; or mad or insane; or foolish or impractical; or unpredictable or erratic. It implies that we need to focus on the emotional or mental aspect of the phrase.
• The word "juggler" means someone who can keep several objects in motion in the air at the same time by alternately tossing and catching them; or someone who can handle several activities or tasks at once with skill and ease. It implies that we need to focus on the physical or practical aspect of the phrase.
• Therefore, the phrase 'crazy juggler' means someone who is extremely enthusiastic or passionate or mad or insane or foolish or impractical or unpredictable or erratic about keeping several objects in motion in the air at once by tossing and catching them; or someone who can handle several activities or tasks at once with skill and ease.
• This implies something about the doctor's actions in the extract. It suggests that he was doing something very fast and skillful, but also very passionate or mad or foolish or unpredictable, with several objects or tasks at once.
• Therefore, based on these clues, we can say that the phrase 'crazy juggler' implies that the doctor's actions were fast and skillful, but also passionate or mad or foolish or unpredictable, with several objects or tasks at once.

Question (iii) Complete the sentence appropriately.
The word "lax" means ____________.
Ans: Answer as written by the student: The word "lax" means loose or slack.
Step-by-step explanation:

• To answer this question, we need to understand what the word "lax" means and how to complete the sentence appropriately. The word "lax" means not sufficiently strict, severe, or careful; or not tense, firm, or rigid; or relaxed. It implies that we need to focus on the quality or condition of something or someone.
• Therefore, to complete the sentence appropriately, we need to use a word or phrase that describes the quality or condition of something or someone that is lax. The word or phrase that best describes the quality or condition of something or someone that is lax is loose or slack. This word or phrase captures the idea that something or someone that is lax is not tight or tense, but rather flexible or relaxed.
• Therefore, based on this clue, we can complete the sentence appropriately by saying that the word "lax" means loose or slack.

Question (iv) Identify the line from the text that bears evidence to the fact that the doctor was exhausted.

Ans: Answer as written by the student: The line from the text that bears evidence to the fact that the doctor was exhausted is "Sweat was now running into Andrew’s eyes, blinding him. One of his sleeves hung down, dripping. His breath came pantingly."
Step-by-step explanation:

• To answer this question, we need to identify the line from the text that supports the fact that the doctor was exhausted. The word "evidence" means facts or information that indicate or prove something. It implies that we need to find a specific sentence or phrase from the text that shows or confirms something.
• The word "fact" means something that is true or real. It implies that we need to find a line from the text that is based on reality and not on opinion or inference. The fact that we need to support is that the doctor was exhausted. This means that we need to find evidence that shows that he was very tired or worn out physically or mentally.
• The line from the text that bears evidence to this fact is "Sweat was now running into Andrew’s eyes, blinding him. One of his sleeves hung down, dripping. His breath came pantingly." This line shows that he was very tired or worn out physically and mentally. It shows that he was sweating a lot, which indicates physical exertion and heat. It also shows that his eyes were blinded by sweat, which indicates mental confusion and stress. It also shows that his sleeve was dripping with water, which indicates physical messiness and disorder. It also shows that his breath was panting, which indicates physical difficulty and strain.
• Therefore, based on this evidence, we can identify this line as the one that bears evidence to the fact that the doctor was exhausted.

Question (v) What does the term 'plunging' indicate about the doctor's movements?

Ans: Answer as written by the student: The term 'plunging' indicates that the doctor's movements were sudden and forceful.
Step-by-step explanation:

• To answer this question, we need to understand what the term 'plunging' means and how it relates to the doctor's movements in the extract. The word "plunging" means jumping or diving quickly and energetically; or pushing something quickly and forcefully into something else; or falling steeply in value or amount; or involving oneself deeply in a particular activity or interest. It implies that we need to focus on the action or motion of something or someone.
• Therefore, the term 'plunging' means jumping or diving quickly and energetically; or pushing something quickly and forcefully into something else; or falling steeply in value or amount; or involving oneself deeply in a particular activity or interest.
• This indicates something about the doctor's movements in the extract. It suggests that he was moving something quickly and forcefully into something else, such as the child into the basins of water. It also suggests that he was involving himself deeply in a particular activity or interest, such as trying to resuscitate the child.
• Therefore, based on these clues, we can say that the term 'plunging' indicates that the doctor's movements were sudden and forceful.

Question (vi) Which of the following headlines best suggests the central idea of the extract?

(a) A Doctor's Desperate Attempt
(b) A Doctor's Creative Solution
(c) A Doctor's Fatal Mistake
(d) A Doctor's Last Hope
Ans: Answer as written by the student: (a) A Doctor's Desperate Attempt
Step-by-step explanation:

• To answer this question, we need to identify the headline that best suggests the central idea of the extract. The word "headline" means a short phrase or sentence that summarizes the main point or theme of a text. It implies that we need to find a concise and catchy way to express the essence or message of the extract.
• The word "central idea" means the most important or essential thought or concept that a text conveys. It implies that we need to find the main purpose or intention of the extract.
• The central idea of the extract is that a doctor who feels horror at the still form of the child tries to resuscitate the child by using a special method of respiration and plunging the child into basins of water. This means that we need to find a headline that captures this idea in a simple and effective way.
• The headline that best suggests the central idea of the extract is (a) A Doctor's Desperate Attempt. This headline summarizes the main point of the extract, which is that a doctor tries to save the child's life in a desperate and frantic way. It also creates interest and curiosity in the reader, who would want to know if the doctor succeeds or fails in his attempt.
• Therefore, based on these clues, we can choose (a) A Doctor's Desperate Attempt as the headline that best suggests the central idea of the extract.