51. Why did Lencho write a letter to God?
- To thank the village priest
- To ask for money
- To complain about rain
- To invite the postmaster
Correct Answer: To ask for money
52. What was the postmaster’s reaction to Lencho’s letter?
- He ignored the letter fully
- He decided to help him
- He laughed and tore it up
- He returned it to Lencho
Correct Answer: He decided to help him
53. What does the poem “Dust of Snow” show about nature?
- It causes sadness in life
- It reminds us of sorrow
- It can change our mood
- It brings pain and fear
Correct Answer: It can change our mood
54. What lesson does “Fire and Ice” convey?
- Coldness of snow gives peace
- Love and anger bring success
- Hope and dreams last forever
- Desires and hatred can destroy
Correct Answer: Desires and hatred can destroy
55. What did Nelson Mandela mean by twin obligations?
- Respect for friends and pets
- Obedience to school rules
- Duties to family and country
- Loyalty to leaders in power
Correct Answer: Duties to family and country
56. What was the tiger’s reaction in the cage?
- He slept without food
- He walked silently
- He cried for freedom
- He stared at the moon
Correct Answer: He walked silently
57. What made the young seagull finally fly?
- Fear of his brother’s anger
- Love of the open sky
- Hunger and mother’s trick
- Call from his father bird
Correct Answer: Hunger and mother’s trick
58. Why was the pilot in “Black Aeroplane” happy initially?
- He had a new aircraft
- The sky was clear
- The airport looked bright
- He was near his home
Correct Answer: The sky was clear
59. What puzzled the narrator after landing?
- The runway lights were off
- No black plane was seen
- The control room was empty
- The fuel tank was leaking
Correct Answer: No black plane was seen
60. The poem “How to Tell Wild Animals” mainly uses —
- Fear and tragedy combined
- Facts and data presentation
- Humour and exaggeration
- Rhyme and moral advice
Correct Answer: Humour and exaggeration
61. In “The Ball Poem,” what feeling does the poet highlight?
- Sense of responsibility
- Joy of a playful child
- Power of human memory
- Hope for future success
Correct Answer: Sense of responsibility
62. What was Anne Frank’s nature according to her diary?
- Curious and thoughtful
- Quiet and fearful
- Lazy and careless
- Proud and selfish
Correct Answer: Curious and thoughtful
63. Why was Anne unable to confide in others?
- She feared her teachers
- She stayed alone always
- She lacked true friends
- She disliked her parents
Correct Answer: She lacked true friends
64. What type of poem is “Amanda”?
- A dramatic monologue
- A romantic love poem
- A short narrative story
- A ballad of war heroes
Correct Answer: A dramatic monologue
65. The repeated scolding in “Amanda” shows —
- Need for modern toys
- Absence of real freedom
- Excessive parental control
- Joy in parental love
Correct Answer: Excessive parental control
66. Why is bread-making important in Goa?
- It helps the fishermen
- It was taught in schools
- It came from foreigners
- It is a family tradition
Correct Answer: It is a family tradition
67. What does the author compare Coorg to?
- A mountain kingdom
- A silver waterfall
- A golden garden
- A piece of heaven
Correct Answer: A piece of heaven
68. What do Coorgis have in common with Arabs?
- Belief in hard labour
- Interest in painting
- Hospitality and courage
- Love for education
Correct Answer: Hospitality and courage
69. In “Tea from Assam,” what surprised Rajvir?
- Boats on the river
- Vast tea gardens
- Busy railway station
- Street market in Assam
Correct Answer: Vast tea gardens
70. What does the poem “The Trees” protest against?
- Change in human dress
- End of modern gardens
- Confinement of nature
- Arrival of heavy rains
Correct Answer: Confinement of nature
71. Why did the author decide to keep Mijbil?
- As a circus performer
- As an affectionate pet
- As a travel companion
- As a scientific sample
Correct Answer: As an affectionate pet
72. What happened to Mijbil on the flight to London?
- He escaped in the plane
- He cried throughout
- He slept in his box
- He ate the author’s food
Correct Answer: He escaped in the plane
73. What does the fog do after it comes?
- Turns into thick rain
- Falls upon the houses
- Moves like a strong wind
- Sits looking over harbour
Correct Answer: Sits looking over harbour
74. What do the fog’s movements show?
- Joy and laughter
- Strength and anger
- Grace and mystery
- Calm and patience
Correct Answer: Grace and mystery
75. What was Valli’s greatest quality?
- Laziness and pride
- Silence and greed
- Anger and jealousy
- Curiosity and courage
Correct Answer: Curiosity and courage
76. What lesson does “Madam Rides the Bus” teach?
- Experience gives maturity
- Wealth ensures respect
- Dreams come from books
- Patience wins prizes
Correct Answer: Experience gives maturity
77. How did Custard save the others?
- He fought the pirate
- He ran to the forest
- He hid under the bed
- He called the police
Correct Answer: He fought the pirate
78. What did the other pets learn from Custard?
- Dreams make heroes
- Fear gives respect
- Pride brings comfort
- Real bravery counts
Correct Answer: Real bravery counts
79. Why did Kisa Gotami visit Buddha?
- Her friend had left her
- She wanted to be rich
- She lost her jewellery
- Her child had died
Correct Answer: Her child had died
80. What did Buddha advise Kisa Gotami to find?
- Mustard seeds from homes
- Fruits from the forest
- Flowers from the palace
- Gold coins from monks
Correct Answer: Mustard seeds from homes
81. What does the poem “For Anne Gregory” suggest?
- Inner beauty matters more
- Wealth makes love pure
- Beauty brings all power
- Wisdom ends all pain
Correct Answer: Inner beauty matters more
82. What is the tone of the poem “For Anne Gregory”?
- Proud and jealous
- Cold and careless
- Gentle and reflective
- Harsh and angry
Correct Answer: Gentle and reflective
83. What was Tricki’s main problem at home?
- Too much pampering
- Lack of exercise
- Fear of other dogs
- Too little sleep
Correct Answer: Too much pampering
84. How did Mr. Herriot cure Tricki?
- By regular fasting
- By long sleeping
- By changing owners
- By giving medicines
Correct Answer: By regular fasting
85. What was the thief’s age in the story?
- Fifteen years old
- Seventeen years old
- Twelve years old
- Twenty years old
Correct Answer: Fifteen years old
86. What did the thief learn from Anil?
- Greed and courage
- Laziness and power
- Honesty and kindness
- Anger and jealousy
Correct Answer: Honesty and kindness
87. Why did Max enter Ausable’s room?
- To arrest a secret agent
- To meet his lost friend
- To steal important papers
- To hide from policemen
Correct Answer: To steal important papers
88. How did Max die in “The Midnight Visitor”?
- He escaped in the dark
- He was caught by police
- He fell from the window
- He shot himself inside
Correct Answer: He fell from the window
89. Why did Horace Danby steal only once a year?
- To buy rare books
- To help poor people
- To impress his friends
- To test his courage
Correct Answer: To buy rare books
90. What mistake did Horace make?
- Left the door open
- Broke a glass box
- Trusted the fake lady
- Dropped his gloves
Correct Answer: Trusted the fake lady
91. Why was Griffin invisible?
- He discovered a formula
- He drank a strange poison
- He wore a magic ring
- He hid behind mirrors
Correct Answer: He discovered a formula
92. What kind of person was Griffin?
- Clever but cruel
- Honest and kind
- Lazy and foolish
- Calm and patient
Correct Answer: Clever but cruel
93. What inspired Richard Ebright’s career?
- His mother’s support
- His college friend
- His school principal
- His uncle’s teachings
Correct Answer: His mother’s support
94. What did Ebright collect as a child?
- Postcards
- Shells
- Butterflies
- Coins
Correct Answer: Butterflies
95. What did Ebright prove in his experiment?
- Light grows plants
- Heat melts stones
- DNA controls heredity
- Air causes diseases
Correct Answer: DNA controls heredity
96. What was Mathilde’s husband’s job?
- A teacher in school
- A doctor in city
- A clerk in office
- A soldier in army
Correct Answer: A clerk in office
97. Why did Mathilde borrow a necklace?
- To lend it to friend
- To look rich at party
- To sell it secretly
- To gift it to mother
Correct Answer: To look rich at party
98. What happened to the borrowed necklace?
- It was returned safely
- It broke into pieces
- It was stolen by thief
- It got lost after party
Correct Answer: It got lost after party
99. How long did it take to repay the debt?
- Five bright weeks
- Seven quick days
- One calm year
- Ten long years
Correct Answer: Ten long years
100. What is the moral of “The Necklace”?
- Be content with life
- Dream beyond means
- Blame others always
- Hide truth forever
Correct Answer: Be content with life
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