Swami Vivekananda's Speech Overview
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What was the occasion of Swami Vivekananda's speech?

  • World's Parliament of Religions (correct)
  • United Nations General Assembly
  • International Peace Conference
  • Indian Independence Day

Who does Swami Vivekananda thank at the beginning of his speech?

  • His fellow countrymen
  • The most ancient order of monks (correct)
  • The leaders of the Parliament
  • The audience gathered

What primary theme is often associated with Swami Vivekananda’s speech?

  • Economic development
  • Unity of religions (correct)
  • Scientific advancement
  • Political freedom

In what year did Swami Vivekananda deliver his speech?

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Which city hosted the World's Parliament of Religions where Vivekananda spoke?

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What was a primary message delivered by Swami Vivekananda regarding religious tolerance?

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Which theme did Swami Vivekananda emphasize most in his speeches?

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What was Pitcher's relationship to Harvey Maxwell in the story?

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What does India's religious diversity exemplify according to Swami Vivekananda's messages?

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What did Swami Vivekananda condemn in his speeches?

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What did Leslie inquire about regarding Mr. Maxwell?

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Which option best describes the other men in the office?

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Which of the following was NOT a topic addressed by Swami Vivekananda?

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What did the sweet smell of the flowers represent?

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Where did the marriage between Maxwell and Leslie take place?

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Which groups are primarily known for condemning the Constitution?

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What form of political democracy does the author consider ideal?

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The partitioning of legislative and executive authority between the centre and the states is established by which entity?

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On what date did India gain its independence?

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Who played a significant role in inviting Mohammed Ghori to invade India?

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What structure did the Bhikshu Sanghas resemble in modern times?

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Which of the following correctly represents the division of powers in India?

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Swami Vivekananda's statements about religion emphasize which core concept?

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Which organization is known for its resistance against the monarchy in ancient India?

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What was the solitary reaper doing in the field?

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What does Swami Vivekananda's speech criticize as a significant problem in society?

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Which of the following did Swami Vivekananda promote regarding the treatment of those in need?

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What does the poet compare the singing of the girl to?

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What time did Harvey Maxwell arrive at his office?

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According to Swami Vivekananda, what is essential for global peace?

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What instrument was the girl using?

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Who accompanied Maxwell into the room?

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What stance does Swami Vivekananda take on the nature of truth in religions?

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What makes the maiden's song extraordinary?

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Who did Swami Vivekananda mention as needing shelter after facing persecution?

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For how long had Leslie worked as a secretary?

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Which word(s) in the poem indicate(s) that the reaper was singing a sad song?

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What ideology did Swami Vivekananda's speech stand against?

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What is one possible time option listed for Maxwell's office entry?

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Which of the following individuals was NOT mentioned as entering the room with Maxwell?

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Which of the following best describes the overarching theme of Vivekananda's speech?

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What emotion does the narrator express in the poem?

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In which element of life does the narrator drown?

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What transformation does the narrator undergo in the poem?

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What form of transportation does the poet use in the sky?

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Which literary device is present in the poem?

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What does the narrator's action of smiling in solitude suggest about their emotions?

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In what context does the narrator meet their lover?

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How does the metaphor of slavery manifest in the poem?

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What role does natural imagery play in the poem?

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When does the narrator truly flourish according to the poem?

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Did the reaper realize that someone was appreciating her singing?

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What best describes the observer's experience of the reaper's song?

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Which aspect showcases the poet's love of nature?

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How is nature used in the poem to convey harmony?

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What is the primary theme related to the power of music in the poem?

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Flashcards

Swami Vivekananda's Speech Occasion

Swami Vivekananda delivered his speech at the World's Parliament of Religions.

Speech's Initial Acknowledgement

Thanks were offered to an ancient order of monks.

World's Parliament of Religions

Global gathering of religious leaders.

Swami Vivekananda's Speech

A speech delivered at an international religious gathering.

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Who did Swami Vivekananda thank?

He thanked the most ancient order of monks.

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Vivekananda's message

Swami Vivekananda advocated for religious tolerance, emphasizing unity and acceptance among different faiths.

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Religious tolerance

Respecting and accepting different religions and beliefs without prejudice.

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Religious diversity

The variety of religions practiced in India, exemplified by Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, and others.

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Unity and acceptance

Promoting harmony by respecting and accepting different viewpoints across religious boundaries.

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Sectarianism/Fanaticism

Excessive loyalty to one's own religious group, often leading to the exclusion or discrimination against others.

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Harvey Maxwell's office entry time

The time Harvey Maxwell arrived at his office.

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Maxwell's companion

The person who was with Harvey Maxwell when he entered the room.

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Leslie's work experience

The length of time Leslie worked as a secretary.

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Time of entry (Options)

Choices for the time Harvey Maxwell entered his office.

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People in the room (Options)

Possible names of people present with Harvey Maxwell.

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Pitcher's role for Maxwell

Pitcher was Harvey Maxwell's business partner, not a secretary, clerk, or stenographer.

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Leslie's query to Pitcher

Leslie asked Pitcher if Maxwell had spoken about getting a new business assistant.

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Office atmosphere

The office men were like ships, not sailors.

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Flower's origin

The flowers' sweet smell came from a bouquet, not a garden or Leslie.

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Maxwell and Leslie's wedding location

Maxwell and Leslie got married at The Little Church around the Corner, not Courthouse or other locations.

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Swami Vivekananda's religious view

Swami Vivekananda believed in universal harmony and the acceptance of all religions as equally true.

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Causes of societal issues

According to Swami Vivekananda, sectarianism, bigotry, and fanaticism are the factors hindering societal progress.

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Tolerance & Universal Acceptance

Swami Vivekananda's speech championed tolerance and acceptance of diverse religious beliefs as a crucial part of humanity's progress.

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Vivekananda's speech purpose

His speech was a vindication and declaration of tolerance and universal acceptance in religious matters.

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Hindu temple refugees

The speech mentions Hindus seeking refuge in southern India due to the destruction of their temples.

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Parliament of Religions context

The speech by Swami Vivekananda was delivered at the Parliament of Religions.

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Key belief in Vivekananda's speech

The central theme of Swami Vivekananda's speech was promoting universal harmony and spiritual enlightenment through interfaith understanding.

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Speech start in Parliament

The format of the start is not specified/unknown in this information.

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Constitutional condemnation

Criticism of the Indian Constitution, often from specific political groups.

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Ideal form of democracy

A model of political system considered the best by an author.

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Centre-state division

The separation of powers and responsibilities between the central government and regional governments.

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Indian independence date

August 15, 1947, the date India gained its independence from British rule.

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Mohammed Ghori's invasion

An invasion of India by a foreign ruler, fought against a key Indian ruler.

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Bhikshu Sanghas similarities

The similarities between pre-modern Indian religious organizations and modern political institutions.

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Constitution's role

The Constitution sets the basic rules and structure of a nation.

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Criticisms of the Constitution

Different political groups have varying opinions and critiques of the constitution.

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Reaper's Activity

The reaper was engaged in harvesting the crop.

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Girl's Song Comparison

The poet compares the girl's song to a nightingale's song.

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Poet's Emotional Response

The poet carried the girl's song in his heart.

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Reaper's Sad Song

Words like "melancholic" and "plaintive" reveal the song's sadness.

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Poet's Unclear Understanding

The poet suggests he cannot understand the girl's song's meaning.

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Reaper's Singing Appreciation

Whether the reaper understood someone was enjoying her singing.

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Observer's Song Experience

The impact of the reaper's song on a listener.

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Poet's Love of Nature

The poet's connection to and appreciation of nature.

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Poem's Harmony

How the poem uses nature and harmony to evoke a specific feeling or effect.

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Music's Power

The strength and impact of music to resonate within a poem or in life.

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Narrator's Emotion

The narrator feels deep sadness or sorrow.

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Narrator's Fate

The narrator transforms/becomes something else (for example, a jackal).

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Poet's Flight

The poet's travel is depicted through a use of figurative imagery (like flying).

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Literary Devices

The poem uses multiple tools like figures of speech and imagery. Some examples are antithesis, imagery, and metaphor.

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Drowning's Metaphor

The poem uses 'drowning' to symbolize deep sorrow and/or intense passion.

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Narrator's solitary smile

The narrator's emotion when alone, contrasted with sadness in the wilderness

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Narrator's transformation to "the jack"

The process of how the narrator's character changes to becoming the character of "the jack"

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Lover's meeting circumstance

The specific conditions under which the narrator encounters their lover, linked to a shared circumstance

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Narrator's path to freedom

The actions the narrator takes to achieve freedom or liberation from an unstated constraint

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Narrator's flourishing period

The time and location where the narrative character experiences their peak success

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