Literature Quiz: Lencho's Letters

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Why did Lencho compare raindrops to new coins?

Because they were needed for his crops and represented financial gain. (correct)

Because he liked the sound of rain.

Because they were a sign of bad weather.

Because they were shiny and round.

What was Lencho's 'one hope' throughout the night after the hailstorm?

That he would find employment.

That his neighbors would share their crops with him.

That God would help them despite the loss. (correct)

That the storm would suddenly stop.

What action did Lencho take to address his sadness and the potential of his family starving?

He started working a labor job.

He wrote a letter to God requesting assistance. (correct)

He went to the market to borrow money.

He tried to repair the damage to his fields himself.

What was the initial reaction of the postman to Lencho's letter?

He was amused and intrigued by the address to God. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did the postmaster respond to reading Lencho's letter?

He was inspired by Lencho's unwavering faith. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why did Lencho become angry when he counted the money?

Because he thought it was less than what he asked for. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What action did Lencho take immediately after realizing the money count was insufficient?

He asked for paper and ink to write again. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did Lencho think was likely the cause of 'insufficient money'?

The post office stole some of the money. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why does Anne Frank find solace in writing in her diary?

All of the above. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does Anne mean when she says "Paper has more patience than people"?

Paper is more forgiving and understanding than people. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about Anne's relationship with her grandmother?

Anne deeply cherished her grandmother's presence, feeling a significant loss when she passed away. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is Anne's perception of teachers?

Anne views teachers as unpredictable and powerful figures who hold the key to her academic progress. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was Mr. Keesing's initial reaction to Anne?

Mr. Keesing was annoyed by Anne's talkativeness in class. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What can we infer about Anne's personality from the provided text?

Anne is a vivacious and talkative individual who enjoys social interactions. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why does Anne face significant challenges in her social life?

The circumstances of Anne's life, involving hiding and isolation, hinder her ability to build lasting friendships. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Anne's life?

Anne shares her deepest thoughts and fears with her family and close friends. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What risk did the narrator take while flying his airplane?

Entering the storm clouds despite low fuel (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the narrator's instruments when he entered the clouds?

They malfunctioned and stopped working (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who provided assistance to the narrator while he was lost?

A pilot flying a black airplane (B) Signup and view all the answers

What did the woman in the control tower inform the narrator regarding the black airplane?

No other planes were flying that night (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the narrator's initial feeling about his journey?

He was in a joyful mood and optimistic (C) Signup and view all the answers

What direction did Paris Control advise the narrator to turn?

Twelve degrees west (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why was it impossible for the narrator to fly around the clouds?

He did not have sufficient fuel (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did the narrator feel after realizing his compass was dead?

Hopeless and disoriented (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does Nelson Mandela believe about an oppressor?

They are also prisoners of hatred and prejudice. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What eventually led to Mandela's transformation into a 'bold criminal'?

His joining the African National Congress and fighting for his people's freedom. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What did Mandela realize about his youthful concept of freedom?

It was transitory and limited to his own personal freedom. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the text, what does it mean when it says Mandela felt that freedom was 'indivisible'?

He believed that his freedom required that of all his people also. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the young seagull's fear of flying?

It did not trust its wings and feared falling. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What method did the parents use in an attempt to motivate the young seagull to fly?

They tried calling and threatening starvation. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the change in the military generals' attitude towards Mandela after apartheid considered significant?

It highlights a dramatic shift from oppression to racial harmony. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key contrast presented in the text about the young seagull's siblings?

They flew fearlessly despite having shorter wings. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the changing values in people today?

Greater focus on personal safety and security (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why did the otter initially avoid the narrator?

It was unfamiliar with the environment and the narrator (D) Signup and view all the answers

What reason did Maxwell give for waiting five days in Basra?

His mail did not arrive on time (A) Signup and view all the answers

What behavior did Mijbil exhibit in the bathroom?

He played joyfully in the water (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did Maxwell describe the air hostess?

As the very queen of her kind (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of environment did the otter need to become friendly?

A comfortable and familiar one (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following events contributed to Maxwell's wait at the Consulate?

Technical difficulties in communication (B), Religious holiday closures (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the initial reaction of the otter reveal about animal behavior in relation to comfort?

Animals take time to adapt to new environments (A) Signup and view all the answers

What led Siddhartha Gautama to leave his sheltered life?

An encounter with a sick man, an old man, a funeral, and a monk (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did Kisa Gotami's grief manifest in her actions?

She insisted on searching for someone to cure her dead child (A) Signup and view all the answers

What condition was Kisa Gotami given by the Buddha?

To bring a handful of mustard seeds from a household with no losses (A) Signup and view all the answers

What realization did Kisa Gotami come to after her quest for mustard seeds?

Death and suffering are common to all people (A) Signup and view all the answers

What ultimately changed Kisa Gotami’s understanding of life and death?

The directive from the Buddha about mustard seeds (B) Signup and view all the answers

What were the sights that shocked Gautama leading him on a path for enlightenment?

A sick man, an old man, a funeral procession, and a monk (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary emotion driving Kisa Gotami's initial actions?

Selfish grief over her son's death (C) Signup and view all the answers

What significant lesson does the Buddha emphasize through Kisa Gotami's story?

Mortality is an inherent part of the human experience (A) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Prose and Poems

A Letter to God: Lencho, a farmer, is devastated by a hailstorm that destroys his crops. He writes to God, asking for 100 pesos to replant his fields. The postmaster, moved by Lencho's faith, collects money from his employees and sends it, but not the full amount. Lencho is disappointed and writes again to God.
Nelson Mandela - Long Walk to Freedom: Nelson Mandela's autobiography reflects on his struggle against apartheid in South Africa, his vision for a unified nation. He emphasized the need for freedom for both oppressors and the oppressed.
Two Stories About Flying: A young seagull struggles with fear and a lack of confidence in his ability to fly. His parents encourage him, and by facing his fear and hunger, he eventually takes flight.
From the Diary of Anne Frank: Anne Frank writes about her life in hiding during World War II. She expresses her feelings of loneliness, her observations of life, and her reflections on the human condition in her diary.
Glimpses of India: The story focuses on a Goan baker and his significance in the daily life of his community throughout Portuguese rule, emphasizing the importance of bread and this traditional trade, and how they carry out their daily routine.
Mijbil the Otter: The narrator is lonely after losing his dog and goes to Basra to look for an otter. They take a trip back to London; the otter causes problems during the trip.
Madam Rides the Bus: Valli, an eight-year-old girl, experiences her first bus ride as an adventure; she feels excited and observes things that she had not noticed in her village before.
The Sermon at Benares: Buddha recounts the story of a grieving mother who lost her son, showing the universality of suffering and the path to wisdom.
The Proposal: A comedic play about the clash between societal expectations and the dynamics of courtship in the Russian countryside. Lomov, a man determined to marry, gets into arguments with Chubukov about property disputes.

Poems

Dust of Snow: A short poem reflecting on a small event (snow falling) that lifts the speaker's spirits.
Fire and Ice: The poet contemplates two possible ways the world might end: by fire representing passion and desire or ice signifying hatred and coldness.
A Tiger in the Zoo: The poem explores the contrast between a tiger's natural habitat and its confinement in a zoo. It expresses the tiger's frustration and longing for freedom.
How to Tell Wild Animals: The poem is a humorous guide to identifying various wild animals based on their physical characteristics and behaviors.
The Ball Poem: This poem focuses on the loss of a child's ball into a body of water for a child. The boy is overwhelmed with despair and emotion and no amount of comforting will help him accept his loss.
Amanda: This poem is written from the mother's point of view, she is annoyed or frustrated with her daughter, and her constant demands and instructions
The Trees: Discusses the natural world and trees' interaction with humans. The poet reflects on nature's movement and the role of the human presence
Fog: The poem describes the arrival and passing of fog. The fog is personified as a calm and stealthy animal
The Tale of Custard the Dragon: A humorous ballad about a timid dragon and his brave friends who encounter a pirate in a comical way.

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Test your understanding of the key themes and characters in the story of Lencho and his letters. Explore Lencho's emotions, reactions, and the significance of his actions after the hailstorm. This quiz will dive into the essential elements of the narrative.