A Devoted Son Quiz

What is Rakesh’s defining characteristic as a son at the start of the story?

• Arrogance

• Devotion

• Indifference

• Rebellion

How is Rakesh’s success initially perceived by his community?

• They criticize him for forgetting his roots.

• They envy and admire him.

• They feel indifferent to his achievements.

• They pity his modest upbringing.

What aspect of Rakesh’s father’s personality becomes evident as he grows older?

• Generosity and optimism

• Complaints and stubbornness

• Quiet acceptance

• Ambition and pride

How does the father initially express pride in Rakesh’s achievements?

• He throws a lavish party.

• He repeatedly tells visitors about Rakesh touching his feet.

• He publishes an article about Rakesh in the newspaper.

• He insists on accompanying Rakesh to the city hospital.

What symbolises the initial bond between Rakesh and his father?

• Their shared meals

• The act of touching feet

• A shared love for medicine

• Their morning walks

How does Rakesh’s role in his father’s life change over time?

• From a dutiful son to an indifferent caregiver

• From a devoted son to a strict authoritarian

• From a distant son to an attentive companion

• From a loving son to an obedient follower

Which of the following best describes the irony in Rakesh’s care for his father?

• His care transforms into a source of control and restriction.

• His father is grateful despite the hardships.

• His care heals his father entirely.

• His father chooses to live independently.

What exaggeration highlights the family's reaction to Rakesh's academic success?

• Visitors dancing in the garden

• Endless streams of visitors bringing garlands and sweets

• Everyone talking about Rakesh on the radio

• Fireworks lit up in celebration

How does the narrator depict the father’s complaints about his diet?

• As understated and logical

• As melodramatic and exaggerated

• As poetic and profound

• As minimalistic and restrained

Which exaggerated behaviour underscores the old man’s frustration with his family?

• His habit of lying in the 'corpse position'

• His refusal to speak to Rakesh

• His indulgence in grand feasts secretly

• His constant singing of old songs