A Snake in the Grass
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What did the cyclist announce at the gate?

  • A peacock was seen near the gate
  • A mongoose was spotted in the garden
  • A big cobra had entered the compound (correct)
  • A squirrel had entered the bungalow
  • How did the family react to the news of the cobra's presence?

  • They ignored the news and continued with their siesta
  • They scolded the cyclist for ringing the bell
  • They assembled at the gate in great agitation (correct)
  • They laughed at the cyclist's announcement
  • How did the neighbors react to the situation?

  • They offered to help search for the cobra
  • They praised Dasa for his dedication
  • They blamed the family for the messy surroundings
  • They looked accusingly at Dasa and criticized his laziness (correct)
  • What was the old servant Dasa's initial response to the news of the cobra?

    <p>He denied the presence of the cobra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What threat did the family make to Dasa regarding the cobra?

    <p>They threatened to dismiss him if the cobra was not found before evening</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the cyclist announce at the gate?

    <p>A big cobra has got into your compound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the family initially react to the news of the cobra's presence?

    <p>They assembled at the gate in great agitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the neighbors accuse Dasa of?

    <p>Not maintaining the garden and lawn properly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What threat did the family make to Dasa regarding the cobra?

    <p>They would dismiss him if the cobra was not found by evening</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the old servant Dasa's initial response to the news of the cobra?

    <p>There is no cobra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Incident at the Gate

    • A cyclist announces the presence of a cobra at the gate.

    Family's Reaction

    • The family is initially shocked and scared upon hearing the news of the cobra's presence.
    • They threaten to dismiss Dasa, the old servant, if he doesn't get rid of the cobra.

    Neighbors' Reaction

    • The neighbors accuse Dasa of bringing the cobra into the house.

    Dasa's Response

    • Dasa is initially frightened and hesitant upon hearing the news of the cobra's presence.

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    Test your knowledge of R.K. Narayan's "A Snake in the Grass" with this quiz. Explore the story of a family's encounter with a cobra and see how well you remember the details of this classic tale.

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