15 Questions
What were Mani, Rajam, and Swaminathan looking at?
A catalogue of sports goods
What was special about the Junior Willard bat according to the catalogue?
It was made of the finest seasoned wood used by the Cambridge Junior Boys' Eleven.
How did Mani react when Swaminathan said the Junior Willard bat looked like any other bat?
He got angry and scolded Swaminathan.
What did Rajam compare the Junior Willard bat to?
A Rolls Royce
How did Swaminathan respond when Rajam compared the Junior Willard bat to a Rolls Royce?
He said he knew the difference between the cars.
What does the word 'indiscreet' mean in the context of the passage?
Careless
Why did Rajam ask Swaminathan to list the differences between a Rolls Royce and other cars?
To highlight the superiority of Rolls Royce over other cars.
How did Rajam react when Swaminathan mentioned the features of a Rolls Royce engine?
He jeered at and mocked Swaminathan's descriptions.
What did Rajam imply by asking Swaminathan to deliver a lecture on the Rolls Royce?
That Swaminathan was boastful about his knowledge.
What was Rajam's attitude towards Swaminathan's knowledge of the Rolls Royce and the Willard Junior bat?
Disdainful and dismissive.
How did Mani respond to the idea of purchasing three Willard Junior bats?
He insisted on buying two bats only.
What was the significance of the silk cord in the Willard Junior bat according to Rajam?
It was just a decorative feature.
Why did Rajam ask Swaminathan to note down 'Willard Junior bat'?
To show off his own knowledge about cricket equipment.
'Oh!What bats!' - What does this exclamation by Rajam suggest about his reaction to the Willard Junior bat?
'Oh!What bats!' indicates Rajam's astonishment or admiration for the bat's features.
'Do you suppose we are going to supply bats to our opponents?' - What does this statement by Rajam suggest about his attitude towards competition?
'Do you suppose we are going to supply bats to our opponents?' shows Rajam's competitive nature and desire to win.
Study Notes
The Willard Junior Bat
- Mani, Rajam, and Swaminathan were looking at the Junior Willard bat.
- The catalogue described the Junior Willard bat as special, implying it was of high quality.
- When Swaminathan said the Junior Willard bat looked like any other bat, Mani reacted with disappointment.
- Rajam compared the Junior Willard bat to a Rolls Royce, suggesting it was a premium product.
- Swaminathan responded by listing the features of a Rolls Royce, which Rajam mocked by asking him to deliver a lecture on the topic.
- Rajam implied that Swaminathan was showing off his knowledge of the Rolls Royce and the Willard Junior bat.
- Rajam's attitude towards Swaminathan's knowledge was dismissive and teasing.
The Purchase of the Bats
- Mani was hesitant to purchase three Willard Junior bats, indicating he was unsure about the investment.
- According to Rajam, the silk cord in the Willard Junior bat was a significant feature, implying it was a high-quality material.
Rajam's Reaction
- Rajam's exclamation "Oh! What bats!" suggests he was impressed and excited about the Junior Willard bat.
- Rajam's statement "Do you suppose we are going to supply bats to our opponents?" suggests he was confident and light-hearted about competition, implying that having such a high-quality bat would give them an advantage.
This text describes three friends discussing a cricket bat in Rajam's room. Mani reads out the details of the bat from a catalogue, and Swaminathan gives his opinion on the bat. The interaction shows the dynamics between the friends.
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