1. Why did Lencho believe his letter would reach God without fail?
- He relied on local customs of prayer
- He trusted completely in divine attention
- He expected guidance from the village elders
- He believed the postmaster would intervene
Correct Answer: He trusted completely in divine attention
2. What made the postmaster support Lencho’s request?
- A desire to uphold Lencho’s spiritual trust
- A need to impress his neighbours around
- A wish to follow official postal policies
- A plan to test Lencho’s handwriting skills
Correct Answer: A desire to uphold Lencho’s spiritual trust
3. Why was the hailstorm particularly devastating to Lencho?
- It affected only the neighbouring village areas
- It destroyed every part of his seasonal harvest
- It damaged the tools kept near his field shed
- It ruined a few minor plants near the compound
Correct Answer: It destroyed every part of his seasonal harvest
4. Why did Lencho think the money was incomplete?
- He assumed humans might interfere with divine gifts
- He felt God wanted him to struggle for the rest
- He believed the amount symbolised future efforts
- He thought nature had changed the final decision
Correct Answer: He assumed humans might interfere with divine gifts
5. Why does Lencho blame the post office staff?
- He believed no divine act could ever be partial
- He felt strangers often misread intentions
- He assumed letters were rarely delivered correctly
- He thought storms could alter written messages
Correct Answer: He believed no divine act could ever be partial
6. What irony does Lencho’s response highlight?
- He encourages those who wanted him to fail
- He criticises those who secretly supported him
- He praises the workers for their silent efforts
- He ignores the letter due to sudden suspicion
Correct Answer: He criticises those who secretly supported him
7. Why is Lencho’s faith considered extraordinary?
- It remains firm despite overwhelming evidence
- It is shaped mainly by agricultural traditions
- It depends on guidance from older villagers
- It changes when storms appear unexpectedly
Correct Answer: It remains firm despite overwhelming evidence
8. What does the postmaster’s action show about humanity?
- People sometimes act generously without recognition
- Communities often respond only for personal praise
- Leaders usually follow strict administrative rules
- Villagers act according to seasonal conditions
Correct Answer: People sometimes act generously without recognition
9. Why is the ending of the story meaningful?
- It shows how kindness may lead to confusion
- It shows a conflict caused by careless writing
- It reveals misunderstanding created by blind trust
- It expresses frustration over natural disasters
Correct Answer: It reveals misunderstanding created by blind trust
10. What message does “A Letter to God” convey?
- Continuous work always brings immediate success
- Nature changes according to emotional strength
- Unquestioned faith may inspire but also mislead
- Community efforts depend on personal gain
Correct Answer: Unquestioned faith may inspire but also mislead
11. What does “fire” metaphorically represent in the poem?
- A quiet internal process found in stable minds
- A symbolic reminder of nature’s harsh seasons
- A strong internal desire capable of destruction
- A method used to predict emotional outcomes
Correct Answer: A strong internal desire capable of destruction
12. What does “ice” mainly symbolise?
- A cold emotional state that gradually harms
- A steady human focus on truth and justice
- A reminder of seasonal transitions and calmness
- A guide showing how characters behave in crises
Correct Answer: A cold emotional state that gradually harms
13. What contrast does the poem highlight?
- Two seasonal effects caused by shifting weather
- Two poetic images used for artistic decoration
- Two destructive forces rising from human emotions
- Two warnings given through scientific research
Correct Answer: Two destructive forces rising from human emotions
14. Why is the poem reflective in nature?
- It encourages people to travel across countries
- It questions how emotions determine human destiny
- It explores weather patterns through metaphors
- It studies reasons behind geological changes
Correct Answer: It questions how emotions determine human destiny
15. What makes the poem compact yet powerful?
- Its words illustrate many scientific predictions
- Its brief lines express deep philosophical insight
- Its structure follows classical musical patterns
- Its rhyme presents detailed seasonal history
Correct Answer: Its brief lines express deep philosophical insight
16. Why does the poet agree with both views about destruction?
- He recognises the potential in extreme emotions
- He studies outcomes of volcanic eruptions
- He understands the shift in climate zones
- He observes changes in historical literature
Correct Answer: He recognises the potential in extreme emotions
17. What theme emerges strongly in the poem?
- Simple routines decide the direction of seasons
- Unchecked emotions can ruin individuals or society
- Natural events occur without human influence
- Rational choices depend on social acceptance
Correct Answer: Unchecked emotions can ruin individuals or society
18. How does the poet support the destructive power of ice?
- He recalls experiences that reflect deep resentment
- He analyses movements of polar regions carefully
- He explains theories related to temperature drops
- He refers to traditions about seasonal predictions
Correct Answer: He recalls experiences that reflect deep resentment
19. What does the simplicity of the poem’s language achieve?
- Deep ideas become accessible without complexity
- Readers learn about geography through symbols
- The poem becomes suitable for dramatic recitals
- Lines help remember scientific experiments
Correct Answer: Deep ideas become accessible without complexity
20. What is implied about human nature?
- People behave predictably in every circumstance
- Extreme emotions may influence outcomes more than events
- Individuals always choose calm responses
- Hatred produces no impact on relationships
Correct Answer: Extreme emotions may influence outcomes more than events
21. Why does Mrs. Pumphrey overfeed Tricki?
- She follows advice from unfamiliar pamphlets
- She thinks indulgence expresses genuine affection
- She worries about sudden changes in weather
- She tries to match routines of other pet owners
Correct Answer: She thinks indulgence expresses genuine affection
22. Why does Herriot decide on hospitalisation?
- Tricki demands more attention from strangers
- Tricki chases birds too often in the garden
- Tricki shows signs of serious physical exhaustion
- Tricki begins barking at unfamiliar visitors
Correct Answer: Tricki shows signs of serious physical exhaustion
23. Why does Tricki recover so quickly?
- He receives heavy medication from trained experts
- He interacts less with the other pets outdoors
- He avoids sunlight for long stretches of time
- He returns to a simple lifestyle with regular activity
Correct Answer: He returns to a simple lifestyle with regular activity
24. What does Mrs. Pumphrey’s behaviour suggest?
- Discipline must be avoided while caring for pets
- Structured routines reduce emotional connection
- Affection without limits may cause unintended harm
- Pet owners must follow strict medical guidelines
Correct Answer: Affection without limits may cause unintended harm
25. What is the “triumph” mentioned in the story?
- A complete recovery achieved through minimal treatment
- A complex medical plan designed for difficult cases
- An unexpected reaction to newly purchased medicines
- A dramatic event caused by sudden environmental shifts
Correct Answer: A complete recovery achieved through minimal treatment
26. Why are medicines unnecessary for Tricki?
- Medicines lose strength when given repeatedly
- Pets usually resist tablets during recovery
- Warm weather reduces the need for heavy drugs
- The main issue lies in overfeeding, not disease
Correct Answer: The main issue lies in overfeeding, not disease
27. What creates humour in Mrs. Pumphrey’s gratitude?
- She realises Tricki disliked interacting outside
- She believes extraordinary treatment cured Tricki
- She assumes Tricki performed difficult exercises
- She thinks Herriot followed traditional remedies
Correct Answer: She believes extraordinary treatment cured Tricki
28. What role do the other dogs play in Tricki’s recovery?
- They motivate Tricki to behave like a normal, active pet
- They distract him from food given by the staff
- They prevent him from moving around the garden
- They compete with him for attention from visitors
Correct Answer: They motivate Tricki to behave like a normal, active pet
29. What lesson does the story convey about caring for pets?
- Pets must follow heavy diets throughout seasons
- Strict routines limit pets’ sense of comfort
- Healthy habits matter more than emotional indulgence
- Expensive toys create long-term behavioural strength
Correct Answer: Healthy habits matter more than emotional indulgence
30. What does Tricki’s transformation illustrate?
- Medicines produce immediate and lasting results
- Luxurious treatment builds permanent confidence
- Isolation strengthens emotional connections
- Natural routines help restore balance and energy
Correct Answer: Natural routines help restore balance and energy
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