18 Questions
What can be inferred about the wife of Mukesh's elder brother based on the text?
She is struggling to balance family responsibilities while being underappreciated.
How do the living conditions described in the text reflect the economic struggles faced by the families in this community?
The houses are described as hovels with crumbling walls, highlighting poverty.
What traditional custom is highlighted in the text regarding daughters-in-law in the household?
Daughters-in-law must always veil their faces in front of male elders.
How does the description of Mukesh's environment relate to the theme of generational traditions and customs?
The family strictly adheres to generational customs passed down through the years.
In what way does the description of Mukesh's home environment shed light on artisan skills and traditional crafts?
The text doesn't provide any insight into artisan skills within the family.
How does Mukesh's eagerness to show his rebuilding home contrast with his family's current living conditions?
It highlights his desire for a better quality of life despite their struggles.
How are reflexive pronouns used in sentences 1 and 4?
To convey emphasis
What is the purpose of using reflexive pronouns in sentences 2 and 3?
To replace personal pronouns
Based on the text, what is the significance of the phrase 'shovelled charcoal into the maw of the furnace'?
It describes a routine task at an iron plant
What does a crofter typically do?
Rents or owns a small farm, especially in Scotland
What is one sub-theme discussed?
Human emotional needs and behavior
What is the main focus of small group discussions mentioned in the text?
The portrayal of characters in fiction
What is the main reason the elder in the text is unable to renovate a house or send his sons to school?
Economic hardships despite years of hard work
What does the grandmother imply with her statement about 'god-given lineage'?
Highlighting the influence of caste on professions in their family
What does Mukesh's grandmother suggest about the tradition of bangle-making within their family?
It is a skill that should be preserved and passed down through generations
How does the text suggest that artisan skills are perceived in the community?
As a source of pride and cultural heritage
What role does gender play in the traditional craft of bangle-making described in the text?
Both boys and girls are involved in learning and practicing bangle-making
How does the text portray the impact of poverty on the future prospects of children in impoverished communities?
It highlights how poverty leads to children inheriting their parents' occupations
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