Lost Spring Excerpt Analysis
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Where was Anees Jung born?

Rourkela

What is the title of the book from which the excerpt is taken?

Lost Spring, Stories of Stolen Childhood

What does Saheb do for a living?

He scrounges for gold in the garbage dumps.

What does Saheb say is the reason he does not go to school?

<p>There is no school in my neighbourhood. When they build one, I will go.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Saheb eventually say he is working as?

<p>I now work in a tea stall down the road. I am paid 800 rupees and all my meals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ of Firozabad is the centre of India's glass-blowing industry.

<p>town</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main occupation of families in Firozabad?

<p>They make bangles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mukesh want to be when he grows up?

<p>A motor mechanic</p> Signup and view all the answers

What, according to Saheb, does 'garbage' mean for the children?

<p>It is wrapped in wonder</p> Signup and view all the answers

What metaphor is used to describe Savita's work?

<p>Her hands move mechanically like the tongs of a machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the old woman lament not having?

<p>Ek waqt ser bhar khaana</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the old man say he only knows?

<p>Bangles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the reasons the young men in Firozabad believe they will be punished if they form a cooperative?

<p>They fear being hauled up by the police and beaten. (C), They believe it is illegal to form a cooperative and fear jail time. (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mukesh displays initiative and a sense of daring, which is a characteristic absent in his family and community.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of the excerpt?

<p>The plight of street children forced into labour early in life and denied the opportunity of schooling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main writing style used in the excerpt?

<p>Hyperbole</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three literary devices mentioned in the Thinking about Language section?

<p>Hyperbole, metaphor,simile</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Perpetual State of Poverty

The continuous state of being poor, lacking basic necessities, and experiencing financial hardship.

Looking For

The act of searching tirelessly, often without success, for something valuable.

Slog Their Daylight Hours

To work very hard for long periods, often under challenging and tiring conditions.

Dark Hutments

Simple, makeshift shelters made of basic materials like mud, tin, and tarpaulin.

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Imposed The Baggage On The Child

To force someone to carry a heavy burden, both literally and figuratively, that they cannot easily escape.

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Scrounging For Gold

The act of searching for something precious, often in a hopeless situation, hoping to find valuable things.

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Seemapuri

A place away from the city, both physically and metaphorically, where people live in harsh conditions.

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Without An Identity

The state of being without a legal identity or official recognition, leaving individuals vulnerable and marginalized.

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Rag-picking

The act of collecting and sorting through discarded items, often for resale or recycling.

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A Roof Over Their Heads

Something that provides basic shelter and protection from the elements, even if it is inadequate or damaged.

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Karam (Destiny)

The belief that one's fate is predetermined and cannot be changed, often used to explain poverty and hardship.

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Veiling Their Faces

A traditional practice in India where a daughter-in-law veils her face in the presence of male elders as a sign of respect.

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Sahukar (Middlemen)

A middleman who acts as a broker between producers and consumers, often exploiting workers by paying them less than they deserve.

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Cooperative

A group of people who work together to achieve a common goal, often through shared ownership or management.

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Vicious Circle

A cycle of poverty, apathy, greed, and injustice that traps individuals and communities, making it difficult to escape hardship.

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Daring

The act of taking risks or challenging the status quo, often seen as a sign of courage and defiance.

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Growing Up

The process of growing up and developing as a person, often influenced by family, culture, and society.

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Hovel

A small, simple, and basic home, often poorly built and lacking in amenities.

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Art Of Making Bangles

The skill and craftsmanship involved in making bangles, a traditional Indian jewelry item.

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Welding Pieces Of Colored Glass

The act of welding pieces of glass together to create bangles, often done in harsh conditions and endangering eyesight.

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Suhaag

The symbol of a married woman in Indian culture, representing good fortune and auspiciousness.

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Losing Their Eyesight

The loss of vision due to exposure to harsh working conditions, often experienced by bangle makers.

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Drained Of Joy

The state of feeling overwhelmed with sadness and hopelessness, often due to poverty and hardship.

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Ability To Dream

The ability to think creatively, take initiative, and pursue aspirations, often stifled by poverty and hardship.

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Child Labour

The unfair practice of employing children in hazardous and exploitative working conditions, denying them their right to education and childhood.

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Apathy

A state of apathy and helplessness, often caused by prolonged poverty and lack of opportunities.

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Exploitation

The practice of exploiting workers by paying them less than they deserve, often leaving them struggling to make ends meet.

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Organising

The act of taking action to address injustice and inequality, often through collective efforts and organization.

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Trapped

The feeling of being trapped in a situation, unable to improve one's circumstances due to lack of options or resources.

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Hyperbole

The use of exaggerated language or rhetoric to emphasize a point or create a dramatic effect.

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Metaphor

A figure of speech that compares two unrelated things without using like or as

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Simile

A figure of speech that compares two things using like or as

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Study Notes

About the Author

  • Anees Jung was born in Rourkela and spent childhood and adolescence in Hyderabad.
  • She received education in Hyderabad and the US.
  • Her parents were writers.
  • Jung began her career as a writer in India.
  • She is an editor and columnist for major Indian newspapers.
  • She has authored several books.
  • The excerpt is from her book "Lost Spring, Stories of Stolen Childhood".

Lost Spring Excerpt Analysis

  • The excerpt analyzes grinding poverty and traditions that exploit children.
  • The author encountered Saheb, a child scrounging for gold in garbage dumps.
  • Saheb left his village home due to storms and poverty.
  • He is looking for gold in the city.
  • He feels hopeless and has no desire for school.
  • Others agree that there is no school in the neighbourhood.
  • The children are deprived of education.
  • Saheb, and similar children, have no shoes.
  • These children work and do not go to school.
  • They are exploited due to poverty and tradition.
  • The excerpt discusses the state of poverty in the community.
  • The children work in harsh conditions for survival.
  • They struggle with poverty and lack of opportunities.

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This quiz explores the themes and social issues presented in Anees Jung's excerpt from her book 'Lost Spring, Stories of Stolen Childhood'. It focuses on the impact of poverty and the exploitation of children who sacrifice education for survival. Analyze Saheb's story and the grim realities faced by children in society today.

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