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In 'A Letter to God,' what best characterizes Lencho's faith after receiving only 70 pesos?
In 'A Letter to God,' what best characterizes Lencho's faith after receiving only 70 pesos?
- His faith is completely shattered, leading him to renounce God.
- He loses faith in God but appreciates the postmaster's efforts.
- He understands that God works through people and is grateful for the help.
- His faith is unwavering, but his trust in humanity is diminished. (correct)
How does Nelson Mandela's inaugural address reflect a shift in South African society?
How does Nelson Mandela's inaugural address reflect a shift in South African society?
- It signifies a move towards democracy and gratitude for those who fought for freedom. (correct)
- It emphasizes maintaining the status quo and preserving tradition.
- It highlights the dangers of reconciliation and the need for retribution.
- It stresses the importance of continued segregation to preserve cultural identity.
In 'His First Flight,' how do the parents' actions towards the young seagull contribute to his eventual success?
In 'His First Flight,' how do the parents' actions towards the young seagull contribute to his eventual success?
- They provide him with all the food he needs, allowing him to conserve energy for flight.
- Their indifference teaches him self-reliance from the beginning.
- Their constant praise and encouragement build his confidence.
- Their harsh methods and threats ultimately compel him to overcome his fear. (correct)
What is the significance of the black airplane in 'Two Stories About Flying?
What is the significance of the black airplane in 'Two Stories About Flying?
How does Anne Frank's diary provide insight into her emotional and intellectual life?
How does Anne Frank's diary provide insight into her emotional and intellectual life?
How did the bakers ('paders') contribute to the social fabric of Goan villages?
How did the bakers ('paders') contribute to the social fabric of Goan villages?
What aspects of Coorgi culture highlight their distinctiveness within India?
What aspects of Coorgi culture highlight their distinctiveness within India?
Based on the 'Tea from Assam' text, what factors suggest that tea originated in China?
Based on the 'Tea from Assam' text, what factors suggest that tea originated in China?
What central theme does the 'Sermon at Benares' convey through Kisa Gotami's experience?
What central theme does the 'Sermon at Benares' convey through Kisa Gotami's experience?
In 'The Proposal', how does Chekhov use the characters of Lomov and Natalya to satirize the Russian aristocracy?
In 'The Proposal', how does Chekhov use the characters of Lomov and Natalya to satirize the Russian aristocracy?
Flashcards
Who is Lacho?
Who is Lacho?
A farmer with strong faith in God who writes a letter asking for help after his crops are destroyed.
What is Apartheid?
What is Apartheid?
South Africa's system of racial segregation and discrimination.
Mandela's view on freedom
Mandela's view on freedom
Mandela believed that both the oppressor and the oppressed are trapped by their circumstances.
Seagull's First Flight: Parental methods
Seagull's First Flight: Parental methods
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The First Flight Significance
The First Flight Significance
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Black Airplane incident
Black Airplane incident
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Paper has more patience than people
Paper has more patience than people
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Bakers in Goa
Bakers in Goa
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Coorg People
Coorg People
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Tea Origin
Tea Origin
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