The Tale of Melon City By- Vikram Seth Important Long/ Detailed Answer Type Questions- to be answered in about 100 -150 words each Value based questions- Long Answer Questions 1. Narrate ‘The Tale of Melon City’ in about 100 words. What message does it convey? Ans. The king of that nameless state was known… Read More »
The Tale of Melon City By- Vikram Seth Introduction of the lesson- The Tale of Melon City Introduction The Tale of Melon City is a story in verse. The tale is humorous even though it is unrealistic and unbelievable. It ridicules the king, his ministers, the wise men and the common people. All… Read More »
The Enemy By- Pearl S. Buck Main Characters of the Story Characters Dr Sadao: Dr Sadao is a Japanese surgeon and Scientist. He was brought up by his father who was a staunch Japanese, devoted to his culture. Dr Sadao became a skilful doctor and scientist to fulfil his father’s wishes. His father sent him to… Read More »
The Enemy By- Pearl S. Buck Theme / Central Idea of the Lesson. Analysis of The Enemy Theme The Enemy deals with the conflict between Man’s humane feelings and the prejudices created by nations at war. It deals with the universal human values which must take precedence over narrow considerations like nationalism. The bond uniting all… Read More »
The Tiger King By- Kalki CHAPTER NUTSHELL Theme 1.Satire on the conceit of those in power. 2.A comment on politicians who put personal gratification, fulfilment of their own whims and fancies above the good of the masses or even good governance. 3. Pride has a fall, self-destructive nature of man. 4.The need for conservation of wildlife. Content 1.Astrologers’… Read More »
Birth By- A. J. Cronin Introduction of the lesson- Birth Introduction The story ‘Birth’ highlights the importance of practical experience in the medical field. It proves sometimes more effective in saving lives or in curing deadly diseases. Dr Andrew applied hot and cold water technique to restore life in a newborn baby. The baby appeared to… Read More »
Extra Questions, Notes, Assignment and study material for Class 12th as Per CBSE Syllabus Chapter- 3 English Language and Literature The Enemy By- Pearl S. Buck About the Author Pearl S. Buck – A Short Biography Author Pearl Sydenstricker Buck (1892 — 1973), also known by her Chinese name Sai Zhenzhu, was an American writer… Read More »
The Ghat of the Only World By- Amitav Ghosh Important Long/ Detailed Answer Type Questions- to be answered in about 100 -150 words each Value based questions- Long Answer Questions 1. Who was Shahid? Trace the story of his painful struggle through life. Ans. Shahid was a young Kashmiri who had migrated to America. He… Read More »
The Enemy By- Pearl S. Buck Value Based Questions and Answers of The Enemy Value-based Questions 1. Write an article on the topic ‘Humanity is the essence of our existence’. Ans. We all are human beings—the most superior species on the earth. What makes us superior is the emotions like empathy, humanity, compassion, love and devotion.… Read More »
The Enemy By- Pearl S. Buck Important Long/ Detailed Answer Type Questions- to be answered in about 100 -150 words each Value-based questions- ESSAY TYPE QUESTIONS Q1. Dr Sadao’s character is an amalgamation of right and wrong. Discuss. Ans. ‘The Enemy’, by Pearl S. Buck portrays the character of an American trained Japanese surgeon, Dr Sadao Hold.… Read More »
The Enemy By- Pearl S. Buck Short Answer Type Questions (30 to 40 words) SHORT ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS Q1. Why did the author say that Dr Sadao was also famous as a scientist? Ans. Dr Sadao was also famous as a scientist because he had perfected a discovery which could render wounds entirely clean. Q2. Why… Read More »
The Tiger King By- Kalki Short and Simple Summary of the lesson in English– The Tiger King/ Summary in simple Words/ Critical appreciation of the lesson – The Tiger King Summary When Maharaja Jilani Jung Jung Bahadur was born, the astrologers had foretold that One day the king would die. The ten-day-old Jilani Jung Jung Bahadur started speaking;… Read More »
The Tiger King By- Kalki About the Author Kalki – A Short Biography Kalki Krishnamurthy (1899 —1954), better known by his pen name Kalki, was a Tamil writer, journalist, poet, critic and Indian independence activist. His writings include over 120 short stories, 10 novelettes, 5 novels, 3 historical romances, editorial and political writings, biographies, travelogues and hundreds of… Read More »
Mother’s Day By- J.B. Priestley Short Answer Questions 1.What do you think is Mrs Pearson’s grouse or complaint against her husband… Read More »
Albert Einstein at School By- Patrick Pringle Value Based Questions and Answers of Albert Einstein at School 1. The present educational system is by and large out of tune with the times. We need an efficient system of education. Ans. The present system of education is based entirely on cramming. The students are required to cram facts… Read More »