MCQs of A Question of Trust

This page presents “A Question of Trust” MCQs for Class 10 from the book Footprints Without Feet. Perfect for quick Chapter review and checking your Chapter understanding. We have given answers and explanations also for better understanding. Read and enrich yourself.

1.What if Horace had met the real owner instead of the young woman?

a) He would have stolen the jewels.
b) He would have been caught immediately.
c) He would have left without stealing.
d) He would have convinced the owner to help him.

Answer: b) He would have been caught immediately.
Reason: The real owner would have recognized him as a thief and likely called the police.

2. If Horace had a change of heart and decided not to steal, what would he likely do instead?

a) Write a book about his life
b) Move to a different city
c) Confess to his housekeeper
d) Start a charity

Answer: a) Write a book about his life
Reason: because of his love for books, he might use his experiences into writing.

3. What lesson might the young woman reflect on after her successful deception of Horace?

a) Effective planning leads to success.
b) Deception can be a powerful tool.
c) It’s beneficial to work alone.
d) Always have an escape plan.

Correct Answer: b) Deception can be a powerful tool.
Reason: She successfully uses deception to manipulate Horace, highlighting the effectiveness of her strategy.

4. If Horace decided to give up stealing, what might he pursue as a new hobby?

a) Gardening
b) Painting
c) Writing
d) Collecting stamps

Answer: c) Writing
Reason: His love for books suggests he might enjoy writing as a creative outlet.

5. What if the young woman had been a real police officer undercover?

a) Horace would have been arrested on the spot
b) She would have let him go
c) She would have taken a bribe
d) She would have called for backup

Answer: a) Horace would have been arrested on the spot
Reason: An undercover police officer would have arrested him immediately for breaking in.

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6. What might Horace have done if he realised the young woman was deceiving him during the robbery?

a) Confront her and leave
b) Call the police himself
c) Run away immediately
d) Tie her up and continue the robbery

Answer: a) Confront her and leave
Reason: Confronting her and leaving would show his realisation and avoid further trouble.

7. What if Horace’s housekeeper discovered his secret life of theft?

a) She would blackmail him
b) She would call the police
c) She would help him steal
d) She would leave quietly

Answer: b) She would call the police
Reason: As a responsible person, the housekeeper would likely report his criminal activities to the authorities.

8. If Horace had focused on making locks instead of stealing, what could he have invented?

a) A new type of alarm system
b) An unbreakable lock
c) A secure safe
d) A lockpicking tool

Answer: b) An unbreakable lock
Reason: His expertise in locks could have led to innovations in lock security.

9. What might have happened if Horace’s robbery at Shotover Grange had succeeded without any interruptions?

a) He would have stolen more frequently
b) He would retire from stealing
c) He would be caught in another robbery
d) He would feel invincible

Answer: d) He would feel invincible
Reason: A successful theft could have made him overconfident in his abilities.

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10. How might the story change if Horace had a family relying on him?

a) He would stop stealing to protect them
b) He would involve them in his crimes
c) He would steal more to provide for them
d) He would move to a new city

Answer: a) He would stop stealing to protect them
Reason: The responsibility towards his family might deter him from engaging in illegal activities.

11. How would the story be different if Horace had a loyal partner?

a) They would have succeeded without being caught
b) The partner would betray Horace
c) They would get into an argument and fail
d) The partner would take the fall for Horace

Answer: c) They would get into an argument and fail
Reason: Introducing another character could lead to complications and conflicts, resulting in failure, especially a loyal one.

12. What would happen if the real owner of the house returned while Horace was still there?

a) Horace would hide and escape later
b) Horace would pretend to be a worker
c) Horace would be caught and arrested
d) The owner would help Horace escape

Answer: c) Horace would be caught and arrested
Reason: The real owner would recognize Horace as an intruder and call the police.

13. If Horace had been a famous author, how would his life be different?

a) He would still steal for excitement
b) He would write crime novels
c) He would live a law abiding life
d) He would become a recluse

Answer: c) He would live a law abiding life
Reason: Success as an author would provide financial stability, reducing the need for theft.

14. What if the young woman had double crossed Horace and called the police herself?

a) Horace would have escaped in time
b) Horace would have taken her hostage
c) Horace would have been caught immediately
d) Horace would have convinced her to let him go

Answer: c) Horace would have been caught immediately
Reason: The police would arrive quickly, and Horace would be unable to flee in time.

15. What if Horace had decided to work in security instead of committing thefts?

a) He would have become a notorious thief
b) He would design advanced security systems
c) He would still steal on the side
d) He would be uninterested in the job

Answer: b) He would design advanced security systems
Reason: His expertise in locks and safes would make him proficient in creating security measures.

16. What if Horace had a plan for surprises?

a) He wouldn’t get caught.
b) He wouldn’t be tricked.
c) He would work with others
d) He would be too confident.

Correct Answer: b) He wouldn’t be tricked.
Reason: A good plan would help him expect tricks and stay sharp.

17. Why is it important to think critically before trusting someone new? Ref. A Question of Trust

a) To make more friends
b) To avoid being deceived
c) To learn new things
d) To have fun adventures

Answer: b) To avoid being deceived
Reason: Critical thinking helps assess the trustworthiness of others and prevents betrayal.

18. What does Horace’s experience show about the consequences of crime?

Answers:

a) It sometimes pays off.
b) It can be thrilling.
c) It leads to negative outcomes.
d) It gains admiration.

Answer: c) It leads to negative outcomes.
Reason: Horace’s arrest and the resulting imprisonment demonstrate that crime often results in punishment and regret.

19. What does Horace’s story teach us about the nature of deception?

a) It is harmless
b) It can lead to trust issues
c) It is easy to detect
d) It is always justified

Answer: b) It can lead to trust issues
Reason: Being deceived by the young woman affects Horace’s ability to trust others in the future.

20. Why is honesty considered the best policy in life? Ref. A Question of Trust

a) It guarantees wealth
b) It ensures trust and respect
c) It avoids hard work
d) It makes life easy

Answer: b) It ensures trust and respect
Reason: Honesty builds strong, trustworthy relationships and earns respect from others.

21. What value can be derived from Horace deciding to stop his life of crime?

a) It leads to more adventure
b) It brings peace and stability
c) It makes him popular
d) It makes him powerful

Answer: b) It brings peace and stability
Reason: Living an honest life ensures a peaceful and stable existence free from fear of arrest.

22. How does the story ‘A Question of Trust’ emphasise the importance of learning from mistakes?

a) Mistakes should be ignored
b) Mistakes provide opportunities to grow
c) Mistakes should be repeated
d) Mistakes make life exciting

Answer: b) Mistakes provide opportunities to grow
Reason: Horace’s experience in prison can teach him valuable lessons about trust and honesty.

23. Why is it important to balance passion with ethical behaviour? Ref. ‘A Question of Trust’

a) Passion should always come first
b) Ethical behaviour prevents harm
c) Ethics are not important
d) Passion makes one successful

Answer: b) Ethical behaviour prevents harm
Reason: Balancing passion with ethics ensures that one’s actions do not negatively impact others.

24. How can Horace’s situation be a lesson in the consequences of greed?

a) Greed leads to wealth
b) Greed brings happiness
c) Greed results in downfall
d) Greed ensures success

Answer: c) Greed results in downfall
Reason: Horace’s desire for rare books led him to crime and ultimately to his imprisonment.

25. What does Horace’s trust in the young woman teach us about verifying information?

a) Verification is unnecessary
b) Verification ensures safety
c) Trusting everyone is best
d) Verification wastes time

Answer: b) Verification ensures safety
Reason: Verifying information helps protect against deceit and ensures better decision making.

26. Why is it important to consider the broader impact of our actions on society? Ref. ‘A Question of Trust’

a) Society is not affected
b) Our actions can have wide reaching effects
c) Society always benefits from our actions
d) Our actions only matter to us

Answer: b) Our actions can have wide reaching effects
Reason: Considering the broader impact helps ensure that our actions contribute positively to society and do not cause harm.

27. What might Horace have done if he realised the young woman was deceiving him before opening the safe?

a) Continue with the robbery
b) Confront her and leave
c) Call the police
d) Hide in the house

Answer: b) Confront her and leave
Reason: Confronting her and leaving would have been the safest option to avoid getting caught.

28 . How would the story Ref. ‘A Question of Trust’ change if Horace had a moral dilemma about stealing?

a) He would steal more often
b) He would stop stealing altogether
c) He would become more cautious
d) He would seek a partner in crime

Answer: b) He would stop stealing altogether
Reason: A moral dilemma could lead him to reconsider his actions and choose an honest path.

29. What could Horace have done differently to avoid being caught?

a) Worn his gloves the entire time
b) Left the house immediately
c) Stolen smaller items
d) Brought a disguise

Answer: a) Worn his gloves the entire time
Reason: Wearing gloves would have prevented leaving fingerprints, making it harder to trace him.

30. Why do you think the young woman chose to deceive Horace instead of stealing the jewels herself?

a) She feared the alarm system
b) She wanted to test Horace
c) She saw an easier opportunity
d) She didn’t know the combination

Answer: c) She saw an easier opportunity
Reason: Deceiving Horace allowed her to avoid the risk of breaking into the safe herself.

31. What if Horace had used his lockmaking skills for legitimate purposes?

a) He would have become wealthy
b) He would have been unhappy
c) He would have been more respected
d) He would still commit crimes

Answer: c) He would have been more respected
Reason: Using his skills legitimately would have earned him respect and a stable income.

32. Question: How might being deceived change Horace’s trust in others?

a) He’d trust more.
b) He’d trust less.
c) He’d be more cautious.
d) He’d want revenge.

Answer: c) He’d be more cautious.
Reason: Being tricked would make him more careful about trusting others.

33. What lesson can be learned about the nature of appearances from the young woman’s deception?

a) Appearances are always reliable
b) Trust only what you see
c) Appearances can be deceiving
d) People never lie

Answer: c) Appearances can be deceiving
Reason: The young woman’s act shows that people can present false appearances to manipulate others.

34. How would a strong ethical upbringing change Horace’s actions?

a) He’d steal better.
b) He’d stay away from crime.
c) He’d teach stealing.
d) He’d explain his crimes.

Answer: b) He’d stay away from crime.
Reason: Good ethics would likely keep him away from committing crimes.

35. What could the young woman have done if she genuinely needed help with the safe?

a) Call a professional locksmith
b) Ask Horace to leave
c) Wait for the owner to return
d) Break the safe herself

Answer: a) Call a professional locksmith
Reason: Seeking a professional locksmith would ensure proper help without involving deception.