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What did Father read to Swami?

A story about a brave village lad (correct)

A poem about a jungle adventure

A letter from a faraway land

A news article about a tiger attack

What did the village lad do when he encountered the tiger?

He talked to the tiger and became friends

He hid behind a bush and waited

He ran away from the jungle

He fought the tiger and climbed a tree (correct)

How long did the village lad stay in the tree?

A whole day

Half a day (correct)

Half an hour

A whole week

Why did Swami question the story?

He thought the boy was too young to fight a tiger Signup and view all the answers

How did Father react to Swami's question?

He sneered at Swami's skepticism Signup and view all the answers

What was Swami's father reading when he shared the story?

A newspaper Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the village lad's encounter with the tiger?

The village lad escaped safely Signup and view all the answers

Why did the village people come to the jungle path?

They came to rescue the village lad Signup and view all the answers

What is the central idea expressed by Swami's father in the conversation?

That courage is more important than strength. Signup and view all the answers

What is Swami's father trying to prove to Swami?

That courage is a more important quality than strength. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Swami's father want Swami to sleep alone?

Because Swami needs to learn to be more independent. Signup and view all the answers

What is Swami's initial reaction to his father's challenge?

He tries to change the subject. Signup and view all the answers

What does Swami's father accuse Swami's mother of doing?

Spoiling Swami. Signup and view all the answers

What is Swami's position in school?

He is in the second form. Signup and view all the answers

What is Swami's father's personality trait showcased in the conversation?

Tenacity. Signup and view all the answers

What is Swami's father's attitude towards Swami sleeping with his granny?

He is ashamed of Swami. Signup and view all the answers

What sounds did Swami hear in the stillness?

The clock ticking, rustling of trees, and humming of insects Signup and view all the answers

Why did Swami spread his bed under the bench?

To hide from the devils Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Swami's old friend in the fourth class?

He was carried off by a ghost to Siam or Nepal Signup and view all the answers

What did Swami do when he felt scared?

He covered himself with a blanket Signup and view all the answers

What was Swami's nightmare about?

A tiger chasing him Signup and view all the answers

Why did Swami put his hand out?

To feel his granny's presence Signup and view all the answers

What happened when Swami stared into the darkness?

He saw something moving down Signup and view all the answers

What did Swami do when he saw something moving down?

He hugged the bench with all his might Signup and view all the answers

Where does Swami want to sleep?

In the hall Signup and view all the answers

What is Swami's concern about his father's office room?

It's too dusty Signup and view all the answers

What does Swami's father want him to learn?

Not to be afraid of darkness Signup and view all the answers

What does Swami's father threaten to do if Swami rolls up his bed and goes to his granny's side?

Make him the laughing stock of his school Signup and view all the answers

Why does Swami feel cut off from humanity?

Because his father is being cruel to him Signup and view all the answers

What does Swami remember as the night advances?

Stories of devils and ghosts Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned as a source of light in the room?

A ray of light from the street Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of Swami's thoughts on him?

He becomes faint with fear Signup and view all the answers

What did Swami do to the notorious housebreaker?

He bit into his ankle Signup and view all the answers

Why did the police thank Swami?

For capturing a notorious housebreaker Signup and view all the answers

What did the Inspector suggest Swami do when he grew up?

Join the police force Signup and view all the answers

What did Swami actually want to be when he grew up?

An engine driver, a railway guard, or a bus conductor Signup and view all the answers

Why was Swami sleeping early that night?

He didn't get any sleep the previous night Signup and view all the answers

Where did Swami sleep that night?

Beside his granny Signup and view all the answers

What did Swami's mother ask his father not to do?

Let Swami sleep where he likes Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of Swami's classmates to his bravery?

They looked at him with respect Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Swami's Fears and Nightmares

Swami's father reads a newspaper article about a brave boy who fought a tiger and climbs a tree to escape.
Swami doubts the boy's bravery, saying he must have been a strong and grown-up person, not a boy.
Father responds that courage is more important than strength and age.

Sleeping Alone

Father orders Swami to sleep alone in his office room, saying it's disgraceful to sleep beside his granny or mother like a baby.
Swami is frightened and tries to negotiate, asking if he can sleep in the hall or have a lamp burning in the room.
Father refuses, saying Swami must learn not to be afraid of darkness.

Nighttime Fears

Swami is left alone in the dark room, fearing ghosts and devils from stories he's heard.
He tries to distract himself but is eventually overcome with fear, covers himself completely, and falls asleep.
In his sleep, Swami has nightmares about being chased by a tiger and being unable to move.

The Burglar

Swami wakes up to a rustling noise, thinking it's a devil, and bites into the flesh of a burglar who has entered the room.
The family and servants come to the rescue, and the burglar is caught.

Aftermath

Swami is praised by his classmates and teacher, and the headmaster calls him a true scout.
The Inspector congratulates Swami and suggests he join the police when he grows up.
Swami's father eventually gives in and allows him to sleep with his granny again.

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Explore the rules and regulations that govern school life. Identify and discuss the importance of following rules in school.