CLASS 10
PROSE
Two Gentlemen of Verona
Q 1. A life of struggle and misfortunes can become a smoother one with a cheerful countenance and a positive attitude. Justify the statement in context to Two Gentlemen of Verona.
Q 2.What do you think would have happened to the siblings if Nicola and Jacopo did not believe in the dignity of labour?
Mrs Packletide’s Tiger
Q 3.The desire to outshine the others not for the sake of achievement but mere haughtiness and pride reflects the lack of values in one’s life. With reference to Mrs Packletide’s Tiger, explain why such a desire is detrimental and not worthy appreciation.
Q 4. Mrs Packletide resorted to unfair means to assert her victory. How was she paid back in the same coin of unfair dealings?
The Letter
Q 5.Explain with reference to The Letter, how sensitivity of higher authorities towards the underprivileged can transform the lives of the latter.
Q 6.Life is often a reflection of one’s own deeds. When we do good deeds, we are rewarded with good fortune and immoral deeds result in regret and misery. Do you think Ali and the postmaster are examples of this philosophical thought? Why do you think so?
A Shady Plot
Q 7. Misunderstandings can break relationships. In your opinion what should Hallock have done to avoid the misunderstanding that almost broke his marriage?
Q 8. You are often told that it is very important to be self-reliant and not depend on others for our work. What is your opinion on self-reliance? Give your viewpoint in context of the spirits who threatened to strike and stop extending any assistance to people who needed it.
Patol Babu, Film Star
Q 9.For some people work satisfaction is more vital than the money earned through the work. These people derive greater pleasure from their work than the ones who work largely for money. Give your viewpoint on such an attitude with reference to Patol Babu.
Q 10.Every major creation is a