Birth by A.J. Cronin - Part 3

Why did the child become slippery in Andrew’s hand?

• Because of atmosphere in the room

• Because Andrew was losing his focus

• Because of constant juggling between waters

• None of the above

How long did it take for Andrew’s efforts to yield results?

• Fifteen minutes

• All efforts went into vain

• One hour

• Half an hour

What does the author refer to as ‘a miracle’?

• Life getting into the stillborn

• Morgan family welcoming a child

• Susan getting consciousness

• None of the above

“But her hands were together, her lips moved without sound.” Who is her?

• Susan

• Midwife

• Mrs. Morgan's mother

• Not clear from the story

Why did Andrew get oblivious to all the work he had done in Blaenelly?

• Because he got all hopeless

• Because he did something extraordinary that night

• Because he was leaving Blaenelly

• Because he got tired

During the whole incident, Joe did not enter the house. Why?

• Because he was superstitious

• Because he didn’t want to disturb

• Because he didn’t want to see the child

• Because he was anxious

After how many years were Joe and Susan blessed with a child?

• Ten years

• One year

• Five years

• Twenty years

Why is the lesson named “Birth”?

• Because the doctor is specialist in childbirths

• Because a lot of childbirths take place

• Because it is about birth of a child

• Because it talks about philosophy of life

Birth of Susan’s child was a turning point in Dr. Andrew’s life. Do you agree?

• Absolutely

• Not at all

• Partially

• Not clear from the story

What can you say about Dr. Andrew after reading “Birth”?

• He did not put all his efforts

• He fulfilled his obligations well as a doctor

• His skills were not enough

• He was arrogant