The Tale Of Melon City - Free MCQ Practice Test with solutions, Class 11

Option B is correct.

The passage presents the structure as a symbol of triumph and a public demonstration of the king's power; its main function is to proclaim authority rather than serve merely as decoration or shade.

The narrator's description and the intended effect on people show that the work was meant to edify the onlookers by reminding them of the ruler's victory and status. This purpose aligns with option B.

The arch was constructed very low so that the king's crown struck against it and fell off.

The king felt dishonored and decided to hang the chief of builders holding him responsible for the crown falling incident.

 In his defense, the chief of builders shifted the responsibility to the labourers.

The masons put the blame on the architect for the crown falling incident.

The architect reminded the king that he had made certain amendments to the plans when they were shown for his approval.

The king sought the advice of a wise man as he was confused regarding the matter.

According to the wisest man, the real culprit was the arch as it hit the crown violently causing it to fall off.

At the time when the arch was about to be hanged, a councillor suggested that it would be a shameful act to hang the arch that hit the king's head.

The text mentions that the king felt dishonoured when his crown struck against the arch and fell off. This led him to hold the chief of builders responsible and order for his hanging.