Literature Chapter on Generosity and Friendship

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What is the antonym of 'conceal'?

Cover

Protect

Hide

Reveal (correct)

Which of the following pairs are homophones?

Sight - Site (correct)

Fly - High

Drop - Fall

Letter - Writer

In the context of the passage, what does the elderly lady suggest about happiness?

It is found through social interactions.

It comes from external sources.

It is dependent on one's physical condition.

It is a decision that can be consciously made. (correct)

What is the antonym of 'frequent'?

Occasional Signup and view all the answers

Which word means the same as 'possible'?

Feasible Signup and view all the answers

Which of these words can be an antonym for 'arrogant'?

Humble Signup and view all the answers

Which pairing of the words is NOT an example of homophones?

Dane - Dain Signup and view all the answers

What antonym of 'despair' would best describe a state of optimism?

Hope Signup and view all the answers

What was Maya's suspicion about Mr Nath's visitor?

He was an accomplice in Mr Nath's crimes. Signup and view all the answers

How did other tenants perceive Mr Nath?

They described him as mad, strange, and unfriendly. Signup and view all the answers

What led Nishad to befriend Mr Nath?

He felt pity for him because he was lean and thin. Signup and view all the answers

What did Maya conclude about Mr Nath's lifestyle?

He was isolated and did not work or receive letters. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Maya feel the need to investigate Mr Nath?

She noticed unusual behavior and rumors. Signup and view all the answers

What advice does the text suggest regarding trust?

It's essential to trust people around us unless proven otherwise. Signup and view all the answers

How did Mr Nath manage his expenses according to Maya's view?

He shared the loot with his visitor. Signup and view all the answers

Which quality did Nishad exhibit in his approach to Mr Nath?

Generosity and kindness. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Nishad give Mr Nath a bar of chocolate?

He concluded that Mr Nath was starving. Signup and view all the answers

What was peculiar about Mr Nath's Sundays?

He had the same visitor each time. Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for Nishad and Maya receiving a holiday?

Heavy rain had flooded the streets. Signup and view all the answers

What name did Maya call Nishad and why?

Seven, due to his musical name. Signup and view all the answers

What was Nishad's impression of Mr Nath after their interactions?

He felt sympathy due to Mr Nath's appearance. Signup and view all the answers

How did Mr Nath perceive Nishad's second visit?

As a search for marbles. Signup and view all the answers

What condition did Nishad set for cooperating with Maya?

That she would stop calling Mr Nath a crook. Signup and view all the answers

How is Mr Nath's visitor described?

A tall, fair, and stout man with spectacles. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Q.1 Answer the following questions

Q1.1: Nishad gave Mr. Nath a chocolate bar because he thought Mr. Nath looked hungry.
Q1.2: Mr. Nath's Sundays were unusual because he had the same visitor every week for lunch.
Q1.3: Nishad and Maya had a holiday because it rained heavily and the streets flooded.
Q1.4: Maya called Nishad "Seven" because his name corresponded to the seventh note in music.
Q1.5: Maya believed Mr. Nath's scars came from a police shoot-out.
Q1.6: Mr. Nath thought Nishad returned to get his marbles.
Q1.7: Nishad spent his unexpected holiday reading a comic book.
Q1.8: Nishad would cooperate with Maya if she stopped calling Mr. Nath a crook.
Q1.9: Nishad felt sympathy for Mr. Nath after seeing his appearance and learning about his generosity.
Q1.10: Mr. Nath's visitor was a tall, fair, stout man with spectacles who visited every Sunday and accompanied Mr. Nath for lunch.

Q.2 Long Questions

Q2.1: Nishad was kind and considerate. He understood Mr. Nath might be hungry, despite his mother and Ramesh's perspectives. He also wasn't easily convinced of Mr. Nath being a criminal
Q2.2: Maya collected facts about Mr. Nath, including his name (Mr. Nath), that he wasn't friendly, didn't speak with anyone, he wasn't associated with work, that he lived in room 10 of Shankar House, he didn't receive mail, and that people in the house were afraid of him.
Q2.3: Nishad trusted Mr. Nath despite some suspicion, and Maya's belief that he was a criminal
Q2.4: Students should consider the importance of trust, showing understanding, and avoiding prejudgments when dealing with others.

Q.3 Give Synonyms

dreadful - terrible
offend - displease
frenzy - fury
feasible - possible

Q.4 Give Antonyms

accurate - inaccurate
conceal - reveal
despair - hope

Q.5 Homophones/Homonyms

Q5.1 clip (to cut); clip (a small fastener)
Q5.2 date (a specific moment in time); date (a fruit)
Q5.3 drop (to fall); drop (a small amount)
Q5.4 fly (to move through the air); fly (an insect)
Q5.5 letter (a written message); letter (a letter of the alphabet)

Q.6 Passage Comprehension

Q6.1: A 92-year-old blind woman moved to an old age home. Her husband had died.
Q6.2: She (the woman) was enthusiastic despite the attendant's description of the room.
Q6.3: She made a resolution each morning to love the new day.
Q6.4: She is described as cheerful, resolute, and appreciative of life, even with limitations.
Q6.5: (a) give an account of - describe (b) unlimited - boundless
Q6.6: (a) whole - part

Q. [Additional Questions on the Passage]

Q [1-4]: Answers are embedded within the provided OCR text in the passage details.

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This quiz explores themes of generosity and friendship as depicted through the characters of Nishad, Maya, and Mr. Nath. Respond to questions about the relationships and events that unfold in their story, focusing on how their perceptions shape their actions. Ideal for literature students studying character development.