Speech delivered by Indra Nooyi at the Rashtrapati Bhawan Class 9 W E 1

 




Class 9 English, Words and Expressions 1 

Speech delivered by Indra Nooyi at the Rashtrapati Bhawan on 14 December 2013 👇


1. According to Indra Nooyi, what does Malcom Gladwell emphasize in his book "Outliers"?

  • A) The importance of curiosity in childhood
  • B) The impact of upbringing on one's success
  • C) The role of meritocracy in American society
  • D) The significance of lifelong learning

2. What does Indra Nooyi suggest about curiosity as people grow older?

  • A) It diminishes over time
  • B) It remains constant throughout life
  • C) It is essential for personal growth
  • D) It only applies to childhood

3. How does Indra Nooyi view her job at PepsiCo?

  • A) As a temporary position
  • B) As a financial opportunity
  • C) As a lifelong passion
  • D) As a managerial duty

4. According to Nooyi, where does greatness come from?

  • A) Personal ambition
  • B) Leadership positions
  • C) Helping others succeed
  • D) Inherited wealth

5. What metaphor does Nooyi use to describe her approach to work?

  • A) A journey
  • B) A competition
  • C) A challenge
  • D) A routine

6. What does Nooyi consider her acceptance of the honor as?

  • A) A privilege
  • B) A duty
  • C) A personal achievement
  • D) A symbolic gesture

7. What advice does Nooyi give regarding one's approach to work?

  • A) To focus on monetary rewards
  • B) To treat it as a temporary phase
  • C) To consider it as a calling and a passion
  • D) To minimize hardships and challenges

8. According to Nooyi, what is the obligation of those in positions of power?

  • A) To secure personal success
  • B) To maintain their authority
  • C) To help others succeed
  • D) To accumulate wealth

9. How does Nooyi describe her upbringing in India?

  • A) Neglectful
  • B) Limiting
  • C) Influential
  • D) Unremarkable

10. What does Nooyi believe happens if one is content with current knowledge?

  • A) Personal satisfaction
  • B) Intellectual growth
  • C) Professional stagnation
  • D) Social recognition

11. According to Nooyi, where did she find success in a meritocracy?

  • A) India
  • B) Europe
  • C) USA
  • D) Asia

12. What does Nooyi suggest about viewing one's job as a calling?

  • A) It reduces workload
  • B) It enhances job security
  • C) It improves job satisfaction
  • D) It decreases passion

13. What is the main theme of Nooyi's speech?

  • A) Personal achievements
  • B) Lifelong learning
  • C) Cultural diversity
  • D) Corporate success

14. According to Nooyi, what role does curiosity play in personal growth?

  • A) It is unnecessary
  • B) It is intermittent
  • C) It is crucial
  • D) It is overrated

15. What does Nooyi emphasize as crucial for individuals in positions of power?

  • A) Personal gain
  • B) Helping others rise
  • C) Maintaining authority
  • D) Acquiring accolades

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