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Why did the peddler sign himself as Captain von Stahle?	<answer> The ironmaster has invited the peddler to his house mistaking him for Captain von Stahle. He was welcomed there and looked after as captain even after the reality became known. The peddler got a chance to redeem himself from dishonest ways by acting as an honourable Captain. <context> Once upon a time there wa...
Why is Antarctica the place to go to, to understand the earth’s present, past and future?	<answer> The author states that to understand the earth’s present, past and future, Antarctica is the right place to go. Antarctica is relatively untouched in this respect as it has never had human population. It is relatively pristine. It holds in its ice cores half a million-year-old carbon records, trapped in the la...
What does the poet say the wind god winnows?	<answer> The wind god winnows homes, doors, rafters, wood, bodies, lives and hearts. <context> RUSH hour crowds jostle for position on the underground train platform. A slight girl, looking younger than her seventeen years, was nervous yet excited as she felt the vibrations of the approaching train. It was her first da...
What do you think was Jo’s problem?	<answer> Little Jo had been accustomed to the happy ending of the stories of Roger, where the wizard was helpful to him in fulfilling his wish. At the request of Roger Skunk, the wizard had changed his awful smell to that of the roses. Other small animals liked it and played with Roger Skunk happily. She could not dige...
What is the example of national integration that the author refers to?	<answer> The make-up division of the Gemini Studios was an example of national integration. According to the author, this is so because people from different regions and religious groups worked together in the same department. The department was headed by a Bengali who was succeeded by a Maharashtrian. The other helper...
Subbu is described as a many-sided genius. List four of his special abilities	<answer> Subbu was a many-sided genius. He was born a Brahmin. It is a virtue in itself as it exposed him to more affluent situations and people. Second, he had the ability to look cheerful at all times. Third, he always had work for somebody. Fourth, he had great loyalty to his principal, S.S. Vasan, the Boss. <contex...
Who says this sentence “At last a sympathetic audience.”?	<answer> Gerrand says this. <context> When the curtain rises Gerrard is standing by the table making a phone call. He is of medium height, and wearing horn-rimmed glasses . . . He is dressed in a lounge suit and a great coat. His voice is cultured.) GERRARD : ... Well, tell him to phone up directly. I must know... Yes,...
Do you think Umberto Eco likes being interviewed? Give reasons for your opinion.	<answer> Umberto Eco does not think highly of interviewers who he thinks are a puzzled bunch of people. He has reasons for thinking so as they have often interpreted him as a novelist and clubbed him with Pen Clubs and writers, while he considers himself an academic scholar who attends academic conferences and writes n...
Dr Sadao was compelled by his duty as a doctor to help the enemy soldier. What made Hana, his wife, sympathetic to him in the face of open defiance from the domestic staff?	<answer> When Sadao and Hana saw the prisoner of war, they were confronted with a dilemma, but the doctor in Sadao knew he had to save him. Hana, too, knew that if they left the American there, he would certainly die. She could not put him back in the sea. In the bedroom, Hana covered him with a flowered silk quilt and...
In what way was Wanda different from the other children?	<answer> Wanda Petronski was a polish girl whose parents had settled down in America. She was a source of fun because of her last name which made her different from others, because Americans did not have such names and it was difficult to pronounce. She came to school alone and her feet were covered with mud. She ...
Why was the office boy frustrated? Who did he show his anger on?	<answer> The office boy was frustrated because his hopes of making big in the movie world failed. He vent his anger and frustration on Kothamangalam Subbu, the No. 2 in the studios, whom he held responsible for his dishonour and neglecTt <context> Pancake was the brand name of the make-up material that Gemini Studios b...
“Are we to leave our successors a scorched planet of advancing deserts, impoverished landscapes and an ailing environment?”	<answer> The earth's four principal biological systems fisheries, forests, grasslands, and croplands from the foundation of the global economic system. In large areas of the world, human claims on these systems are reaching an unsustainable level, a point where their productivity is being impaired. According to Dr Myre...
Kezia’s efforts to please her father resulted in displeasing him very much. How did this happen?	<answer> Kezia used to be afraid of her father because her father talked to her harshly. One day her grandmother told her to make a pin-cushion to gift him on his birthday which was approaching. Kezia took it an opportunity to please him. So, she stitched cotton cloth three sides and looked for the things that could be...
How did Einstein react to the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki?	<answer> The atomic bomb devastated the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. He was deeply shaken by the extent of the destruction and wrote a public missive to the United Nations. <context> 1. ALBERT Einstein was born on 14 March 1879 in the German city of Ulm, without any indication that he was destined for gre...
When would the baker come everyday? Why did the children run to meet him?	<answer> The baker would come twice a day-once early in the morning and the second time when he returned after selling his stuff. The children would run to meet him as they wanted to have bread-bangles. <context> A Baker from Goa This is a pen-portrait of a traditional Goan village baker who still has an important plac...
What does it mean by “I said it with bullets.”?	<answer> It means that he is not an ordinary person. He is very dangerous. <context> When the curtain rises Gerrard is standing by the table making a phone call. He is of medium height, and wearing horn-rimmed glasses . . . He is dressed in a lounge suit and a great coat. His voice is cultured.) GERRARD : ... Well, tel...
Apparent illogicality sometimes turns out to be a futuristic projection? Discuss.	<answer> It is true that apparent illogicality sometimes turns out to be a futuristic projection. A good number of scientific inventions sounded ridiculous and absurd till some brilliant minds gave them a concrete shape. Before the Wright Brothers invented the first aeroplane, nobody could have dared to believe that ma...
What difference did you notice between the reaction of the adults and the children when faced with danger?	<answer> There is a lot of difference between the way in which the adults and the children reacted when faced with danger. The adults felt the stress of the circumstances but prepared themselves to face the dangers. They took sufficient precautions to protect the ship when the rough weather began. They equipped everyon...
Did Lencho try to find out who had sent the money to him? Why/Why not?	<answer> Lencho did not try to find out who had sent the money to him because he never suspected the presence of God and had complete faith in God. He could not beileve that it could be- anybody else other than him who would send him the money. His faith in God was so strong that he beileved that he had sent money to ...
What are some of the positive views on interviews?	<answer> The positive views on interviews are that it is a medium of communication and a source of truth and information. Some even look at it as an art. These days we know about the celebrities and others through their interviews. <context> Since its invention a little over 130 years ago, the interview has become a co...
What doubts did Edla have about the peddler?	<answer> As Edla lifted the peddler’s hat, he jumped up abruptly and seemed to be quite frightened. Even her kind looks, disclosure of her name and purpose of visit failed to calm him. From his fear, she thought that either he had stolen something or he had escaped from jail. <context> Once upon a time there was a man ...
How does the story suggest that optimism helps to endure “the direst stress”?	<answer> The story suggests that optimism certainly helps to endure the direst stess. The behaviour of the four adults during crisis bears it out. Larry Vigil and Herb Seigler were two crewmen. As the mighty waves smashed the deck, water entered the ship through many holes and openings. Right from the evening of Januar...
How does the bond of affection between Mrs Croft and the narrator evolve?	<answer> The bond of affection evolve between Mrs Croft and the narrator as every evening they started spending time together. It was when the narrator returned from the library, Mrs Croft would call him, tap on the empty space on the bench, talk about the flag on the moon and declare that he was splendid. That was the...
The manner you adopt when you talk about a teacher to other teachers.	<answer> We should be respectful and polite when we talk about a teacher to other teachers. Normal courtesy requires that we should be quite formal. The dignity of a teacher should not be lowered before another, even if the person being talked about lacks some qualities you like most. Our remarks should never be derog...
What does Valli mean when she says, “I was just agreeing with what you said about things happening without our knowledge.”	<answer> While making this statement, Valli was trying to hide the fact about her bus ride. She was also feeling elated at making a successful attempt at her plan. <context> THERE was a girl named Valliammai who was called Valli for short. She was eight years old and very curious about things. Her favourite pastime was...
What forces conspire to keep the workers in the bangle industry of Firozabad in poverty?	<answer> Certain forces conspire to keep the workers in bangle industry of Firozabad in poverty. These include the moneylenders, the middlemen, the policemen, the keepers of law, the bureaucrats and the politicians. Together they impose a heavy burden on the child. <context> ‘Sometimes I find a Rupee in the garbage’ “W...
Why is Mij’s species now known to the world as Maxwell’s otter?	<answer> Maxwell's otter was of a race previously unknown to science and was at length named by zoologist Lutrogale Perspicillata Maxwelli, hence, it is known as Maxwell's otter in short. <context> EARLY in the New Year of 1956 I travelled to Southern Iraq. By then it had crossed my mind that I should like to keep an o...
Give reasons for Satyajit attending the village wedding.	<answer> Satyajit attending the village wedding was a mere fact of pride and self-realisation. He was nobody in his younger days. Thus, when he gained some prestige and became a recognised person, he enjoyed the attention and fame that he got. The village people gave him looks of wonder and amazement. He appreciated th...
Who read the letter?	<answer> Postmaster read the letter. <context> THE house — the only one in the entire valley — sat on the crest of a low hill. From this height one could see the river and the field of ripe corn dotted with the flowers that always promised a good harvest. The only thing the earth needed was a downpour or at least a sho...
Will the injured McLeery be able to help the prison officers track Evans?	<answer> Injured McLeery spoke slowly and in broken phrases that he knew where Evans was. He asked the prison officers to get the police and not to worry about the ambulance. He found the German question paper on the table. He told Jackson to get the Governor. He drew the attention of the Governor to the German text on...
What does Chubukov at first suspect that Lomov has come for?	<answer> At first Chubukov suspected that Lomov had come to borrow money as he was in his evening dress. <context> A drawing-room in Chubukov‘s house. Lomov enters, wearing a dress-jacket and white gloves. Chubukov rises to meet him. CHUBUKOV : My dear fellow, whom do I see! Ivan Vassilevitch! I am extremely glad! [Squ...
What do you think are the reasons for the references made to the English people and the British monarchy?	<answer> Indian society, unfortunately, is the one that takes pride in the language and culture of their rules and not in their own rich and vibrant history. The nabobs and babus that were in British Raj are still looked up and are respected. Though the truth is that these are the people that ensured English Queen's au...
How does the horse serve as a true friend and companion to Iona?	<answer> When Iona realised that no body was listening to him and that he had no body to go to grieve at his loss, he turned to his horse. He tried to talk to his passengers, the officers, the drunkards and the young cabdriver, about his son; how he fell ill, what did he say before he died. It was about to be a week si...
Who was the English visitor to the studios?	<answer> The English visitor to the studios was poet Stephen Spender, editor of British periodical ‘The Encounter’. <context> Pancake was the brand name of the make-up material that Gemini Studios bought in truck-loads. Greta Garbo1 must have used it, Miss Gohar must have used it, Vyjayantimala2 must also have used it ...
“The Emperor may rule over the territory he has conquered, but only the artist knows the way within.”	<answer> The Tang Emperor Xuanzong may have commissioned Wu Daozi to create a great work of art. The Emperor wields power over his territory and wealth to control the lives of his people. However, the artist who creates a work of art understands his work in a manner that nobody can. In Wu Daozi's case, we see that the ...
Give an example to show that even as a young girl Santosh was not ready to accept anything unreasonable.	<answer> She wore shorts and not the traidional Indian dress fo girls. <context> 1. The only woman in the world who has scaled Mt Everest twice was born in a society where the birth of a son was regarded as a blessing, and a daughter, though not considered a curse, was not generally welcome. When her mother was expecti...
Does the story remind you of ‘Birth’ by A. J. Cronin that you read in Snapshots last year? What are the similarities?	<answer> "The Enemy” is about an American-trained Japanese surgeon, working in Japan during Second World War, who saves an American POW first by operating on him and then by helping him escape. Sadao realized that the white man in the US navy uniform had a bullet wound. He was in a dilemma for a moment but the doctor i...
Kezia decides that there are “different kinds of fathers”. What kind of father was Mr Macdonald, and how was he different from Kezia’s father?	<answer> In Kezia's opinion, her father was very harsh. He did not talk to her affectionately but rather he used to speak to her stringently. So she avoided him. She did not want to be in front of him because she was afraid of him. Moreover, her father never spent time with her. Macdonald family lived next door to her ...
Comment on the way in which the story is narrated from Satyajit’s perspective.	<answer> Satyajit has been extremely biased in expressing his opinion in the story. The story could also be presented as a diary entry. The narration seems to be in continuous tone of justification. Satyajit explains himself at every point of the story- may it be feeling regretful for not giving the forgerer another ch...
What does Maddie want to do?	<answer> Maddie wants to amend her behaviour towards Wanda. She wants to meet her to apologise. She decides to find Wanda at her house at Boggin's Heights. She also wanted to convey that all was meant in good humour and people really love her. <context> WHILE the class was circling the room, the monitor from the princi...
While we condemn the crime, we are sympathetic to the criminal. Is this the reason why prison staffoften develop a soft corner for those in custody?	<answer> People condemn the crime as it is an evil act against law and society. In the past, punishment was the only way to treat the criminals. The greater the crime, the harsher and harder the punishment, which could go to the extent of life-imprisonment or death sentence. In the modem age, efforts are on to reform t...
What was distinctive about Eco’s academic writing style?	<answer> Umberto’s writings have an ethical and philosophical element underlying them. His non-fictional writing work has a certain playful and personal quality about it. Even his writings for children deal with non-violence and peace. This style of writing makes reading his novels and essays interesting and being like...
Why does Wanda’s house remind Maddie of Wanda’s blue dress?	<answer> Wanda's house was sparse, old and laded but neat and clean like her ble dress that she wore everyday to school. Thus, Maddie was reminded of the same old blue dress. <context> WHILE the class was circling the room, the monitor from the principal’s office brought Miss Mason a note. Miss Mason read it several ti...
Philately helps keep the past alive. Discuss other ways in which this is done. What do you think of the human tendency to constantly move between the past, the present and the future?	<answer> Besides philately, there are numerous other ways to keep the past alive. Collecting historical artefacts, paintings and statues in a museum, collecting and reading books, collecting stamps, first day covers, etc. are all a few ways of revisiting history. Fond memories of the past are often kept alive through ...
How does the author describe: (i) his father, (ii) his mother, (iii) himself?	<answer> 1) The author describes his father as a wise and generous person. He felt happy when he helped others. He did not have much formal education and riches. He was a man of confidence and great wisdom. He avoided inessential comforts and luxuries. 2) His mother was a noble and kind-hearted woman. She used to feed...
Explain “You have passed through a fantastic experience: or more correctly, a catastrophic experience.”	<answer> In this statement Rajendra Deshpande tries to rationalise Professor Gaitonde's experience of making a transition to another world. According to him, Professor Gaitonde has had a fantastic experience. Here, the word fantastic means both extraordinary and fanciful. However, he immediately finds a better word for...
How has the author used the episode of the bank theft to comment on Satyajit’s success in his career?	<answer> The author has very well knit the entire frame of the story. He wanted to show a common man's rise from a mere client to the post of Managing Director. He, in turn, wanted to explain how success earned through short-cut could be shortlived. He introduced this incident in the story making it the key episode, hi...
What was the importance of the watch to the author?	<answer> The watch was very important to the author as it showed the correct time and kept him punctual. It was working properly for about 18 months until the author let it run down. He had constant faith in its prediction and judgement. Until then it worked perfectly without losing or gaining any part of it. <context>...
Give reasons for Satyajit’s recollection of the forgerer when he was on the train.	<answer> He was contemplating on how the wheel of fortune keeps turning and never favours the same person. He thought about the forgerer because he knew one thing for sure. If luck leads to attainment of success before one might expect failure would strike faster. If success would come fast, downfall would be faster. I...
Would you agree that the “depths of oppression” create “heights of character”? How does Mandela illustrate this? Can you add your own examples to this argument?	<answer> I agree with the statement that depths of oppression create heights of character. Nelson Mandela illustrates this by giving examples of great heroes of South Africa like Oliver Tambo, Walter Sisulu and others who were inspired to sacrifice their lives in the long freedom struggle. India is full of such exampl...
Why does the world remember Einstein as a “world citizen”?	<answer> The world remembers Einstein as a 'world citizen' because he believed in universal peace. When there was the rat race for becoming atomic power, he was worried aout the aftermaths of the bomb. He was really a world citizen who was concerned with humanity. <context> 1. ALBERT Einstein was born on 14 March 1879 ...
What did Franz notice that was unusual about the school that day?	<answer> Usually, when school began, there was a great bustle, which could be heard out in the street. But it was all very still that day. Everything was as quiet as Sunday morning. There was no opening or closing of desks. His classmates were already in their places. The teacher’s great ruler instead of rapping on the...
What are the criteria that Ruskin feels that readers should fulfil to make themselves fit for the company of the Dead.	<answer> The criteria that Ruskin feels that readers should fulfil to make themselves fit for the company of the Dead are that one must remain open to merit and labour. The essayist feels that no name will overawe, no wealth will bribe and no artifice will deceive the guardian of those Elysian gates. Ruskin says that o...
How would you explain the reluctance of the soldier to leave the shelter of the doctor’s home even when he knew he couldn’t stay there without risk to the doctor and himself?	<answer> As the American, Tom, recovered from his wound, he was weak and trusted Sadao to save his life. Though Sadao does not gracefully accept the gratitude the wounded soldier offered him, he was attentive as a doctor and eager for his patient to recover. However, Sadao was also concerned for his safety, and asked ...
Where was the shehnai played traditionally? How did Bismillah Khan change this?	<answer> The shehnai was played traditionally in the temple at the royal courts and on the occasion of weddings. The credit must go to Bismillah Khan to take this instrument onto the classical stage. <context> RUSH hour crowds jostle for position on the underground train platform. A slight girl, looking younger than he...
How does Russell’s definition of knowledge differ from what is commonly understood by the term?	<answer> Russell was seeking knowledge which is a treasure. He craved for it and tried to apprehend the Pythagorean power by which numbers held sway over the flux. He was a well learned man who believed that he had only achieved a little and yet craved more. He wished to know why the stars shine. Knowledge and love int...
How does she describe her feelings at the summit of the Everest?	<answer> She describes her feelings in saying that the moment was simply great. It look sometime to sink in. She felt it was a spiritual moment. She felt proud as an Indian when she unfurled the Indian tricolour. <context> 1. The only woman in the world who has scaled Mt Everest twice was born in a society where the bi...
What do you think Valli was planning to do?	<answer> Valli was planning to go to the town and then return back by the same bus. The fare was 30 paise one way and the ride took forty five minutes. In this way, she planned that she would be back by 2:45 pm if she took the bus at 1:00 pm. <context> THERE was a girl named Valliammai who was called Valli for short. S...
What were the attempts made by the author to get his watch repaired?	<answer> The author let his watch run down after keeping it for 18 months. The next day, the author had been to all the watchmakers beginning from the chief jeweller. The regulator of the watch was pushed a little hard by the head of the establishment which exacerbated its condition. The author then gave the watch to a...
Why was the Englishman’s visit referred to as unexplained mystery?	<answer> The Englishman was a poet whose name was not familiar. In his speech he talked about the thrills and travails of an English poet, which made no sense for the simple people at Gemini Studios who had had no exposure other than films and so they were not interested. These simple people had neither taste for Engli...
What happened when the box was opened?	<answer> As soon as the box was opened, Mij ran out. Then it ran all over the place scaring all the passengers. It created a claos and most of the people in the plane got scared. <context> EARLY in the New Year of 1956 I travelled to Southern Iraq. By then it had crossed my mind that I should like to keep an otter ins...
How did Holmes guess that John Garrideb would go to 136, Little Ryder Street? Did he expect to find what he ultimately did before he went there?	<answer> John Garrideb was furious over the fact that Nathan got a detective involved in the whole case as as Holmes and Watson knew this they expected John Garrideb to show up immediately after their meeting in Nathan's apartment. They knew that John will come to question and express his discomfort over Nathan's actio...
Why does Valli stand up on the seat? What does she see now?	<answer> Valli wanted to look outside the bus. She found her view blocked by the canvas blind that covered the lower part of the window. In order to have a better view she stood up on the seat and peered over the blind. She saw a canal, palm trees, grassland, mountains, green fields and the sky. <context> THERE was a g...
How did the peddler defend himself against not having revealed his true identity?	<answer> The peddler explained that he had not tried to pretend as his acquaintance. He was not at fault. All along he had maintained that he was a poor trader. He had pleaded and begged to be allowed to stay in the forge. No harm had been done by his stay. He was willing to put on his rags again and go away. <context...
What made the lawyer stand out from the others at Gemini Studios?	<answer> The lawyer wore pants, a tie and sometimes a coat, while all wore khadi dhoti and white khadi shirt. He looked alone and helpless. He was a man of cold logic in a crowd of dreamers. He was a neutral man among Gandhiites and Khadiites. <context> Pancake was the brand name of the make-up material that Gemini Stu...
Why did Margie’s mother send for the County Inspector?	<answer> Margie's mother sent for the Country Inspector because the mechanical teacher was not functioning efficiently. It had been giving her test after test in geography and she had been doing worse and worse. <context> MARGIE even wrote about it that night in her diary. On the page headed 17 May 2157, she wrote, “To...
Why does Jack insist that it was the wizard that was hit and not the mother?	<answer> Jack has the typical parental attitude. He is of the opinion that the parents know what is best for their children. He asserts the parental authority time and again to quieten Jo and stifle her objections and amendments to the story of the foul smelling Skunk related by him. He defends the attitude of Roger Sk...
Who is Jo? How does she respond to her father’s story-telling?	<answer> Jo is the shortened form of Joanne. She is the four year old daughter of Jack and Clare. For the last two years, her father, Jack, has been telling her bed-time stories. Since these stories are woven around the same basic tale and have the same characters and turn of events, Jo takes so many things for granted...
Is it the truth? What is the speaker’s reason for saying this “I said it with bullets.”?	<answer> No, he wants that the intruder should change his idea of killing him. <context> When the curtain rises Gerrard is standing by the table making a phone call. He is of medium height, and wearing horn-rimmed glasses . . . He is dressed in a lounge suit and a great coat. His voice is cultured.) GERRARD : ... Well,...
What was the reason for young Paul’s restlessness at the beginning of the story? How did it find expression?	<answer> Young Paul is restless at the beginning of the story because he was told by his mother that they were not lucky therefore don't have enough money to have a car and other luxuries of life. Besides young Paul had a feeling that deep down his mother was not as happy as she appeared to be. She blamed Young Paul's ...
What were the lessons of life learnt in her younger days that Kumudini carried into her adult life?	<answer> The author learnt many lessons of life in her younger days which she carried into her adult life. She relates an incident when she stayed in a sprawling house in Delhi that was allotted to her father who was an engineer. The later Prime Minister of Pakistan, Liaquat Ali was their neighbour. One day, she and he...
How did this experience affect him?	<answer> This experience revived his aversion to water. He shook and cried when he lay on his bed. He couldn’t eat that night. For many days, there was a haunting fear in his heart. The slightest exertion upset him, making him wobbly in the knees and sick to his stomach. He never went back to the pool. He feared water ...
Where was Abdul Kalam’s house?	<answer> Abdul Kalam's house was on the Mosque Street in Rameswaram. <context> 1. I WAS born into a middle-class Tamil family in the island town of Rameswaram in the erstwhile Madras State. My father, Jainulabdeen, had neither much formal education nor much wealth; despite these disadvantages, he possessed great innate...
What are the ways in which Mr Lamb tries to overcome these feelings?	<answer> He made an effort to befriend people, leaving the door open, and the window curtain-less. Mr Lamb tried to overcome his loneliness and did not seem overwhelmed by the same. He sat in the garden and listened to his bees singing and sat in the sun and read books. Unlike Derry, he complained little about being is...
Why didn’t Sophie want Jansie to know about her story with Danny?	<answer> Sophie expressed displeasure at Geoff telling Frank about how she had met the football star, Dafiny. Jansie, her friend, found out about the same from Frank. She felt that Geoff had betrayed her trust letting out their secret. She was also wary about the whole neighbourhood finding out about it from Jansie. <c...
Describe the cycle of events in Satyajit’s life that brought him back to where he began	<answer> Satyajit witnessed a lot of changes in his life till the time the story was written. He had started his career as a client at a bank. He then caught a forgery and thus got promoted as a Managing Director. However, all these events turned out to be turning point in his life. At present, he regretted reaching he...
Why was the Moral Re-Armament Army welcomed at Gemini Studios?	<answer> The Moral Re-Armament Army was invited to stage two plays, which were more like plain homilies ‘ (sermons/lectures) for the Gemini family. It was discovered only later that the group was part of the movement countering international communism and Vasan had invited them under the influence of his political inte...
Why didn’t Valli want to make friends with the elderly woman?	<answer> Valli did not wanted to make friends with the elderly woman because she looked quite repulsive. She had big earholes and was wearing ugly earrings. Apart from this, she was chewing betel and her mouth was also filled with betel juice. <context> THERE was a girl named Valliammai who was called Valli for short. ...
Describe the changing relationship between the author and his grandmother. Did their feelings for each other change?	<answer> During his boyhood, the author was completely dependent on his grandmother. She was a part of his life. The turning point in their friendship came when they went to city. She could no longer accompany him to school as he went there by bus. They shared the same room but she could not help him in his studies. Sh...
Why do you think Wanda gave Maddie and Peggy the drawings of the dresses? Why are they surprised?	<answer> When Maddie and Peggy wrote a letter to Wanda, she might have understood their feelings behind their letter and during the dresses game, she had observed both of them. So she requested Miss Mason to give two of her drawings to them and had taught them a lesson of life. Maddie and Peggy were surprised as she gi...
What are the main features of the mechanical teachers and the schoolrooms that Margie and Tommy have in the story?	<answer> Margie and Tommy have mechanical teachers. They need not go to school for getting a formal education. The mechanical teacher is placed in one of the rooms of the house and they can get the knowledge of various subjects of individually from the mechanical teacher. They dont have such classrooms where students s...
How is humour employed to comment on the pains that the author took to get his watch set right?	<answer> It is humorous on how the author and his watch had to undergo the pain which was delivered by the seven watchmakers. It was futile at the end and no good was done to his dear watch. The episodes with the seven watchmakers are funny as the watchmakers tried their best to repair the watch, playing with it, explo...
What does the third level refer to?	<answer> The third level is the world somewhere between desire or dream and reality. It is a world of fantasy that we create for ourselves and occasionally seek to escape to. Most of the time it is a picture of the simple past of our forefathers, who, we believe were happier. It is an escapist’s world which one weaves ...
What do you understand by the expression ‘thumbprints on his windpipe’?	<answer> Saul Bellow once described interviews as being like ‘thumbprints on his windpipe’. It means he treated interviews as a painful experience, as something that caught him by his windpipe, squeezed him and left indelible thumbprints on that. It also means that when the interviewer forces personal details from his ...

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