Symbolism and Features of Kites

The story revolves around Mahmood, an old kite maker, who reminisces about the past when kite flying was a celebrated activity. His grandson, Ali, loses a kite in a banyan tree, prompting memories of Mahmood's prime when he created a famous dragon kite. As times change, kite making declines, and Mahmood finds solace in his bond with Ali, reflecting on life's transience and the enduring connection between generations.

What was the name of the street where the banyan tree stood?

• Mosque Lane

• Kite Street

• Banyan Street

• Galiram Nathan

What did Ali's grandfather use to dye his beard?

• Henna leaves

• Mahindi leaves

• Silk dye

• Red paint

What material was the new kite made of?

• Plastic and string

• Bamboo, paper, and thin silk

• Wood and cloth

• Metal and fabric

Why did fewer people buy kites in the present day?

• Kites were too expensive

• Adults disdained them and children preferred the cinema

• There were no kite makers left

• Kites were banned in the city

What was the special feature of the dragon kite?

• It could play music

• It was made of gold

• It was the largest kite ever made

• It had a series of small paper discs and a fantastic face

What happened to the dragon kite during its first public launch?

• It got stuck in a tree

• It refused to leave the ground initially but then soared into the sky

• It was stolen

• It broke apart

What did Mahmoud present to the Nawab after the dragon kite?

• A golden kite

• A painted kite

• A musical kite

• A giant kite

What was the relationship between Mahmoud and the banyan tree?

• They were both symbols of wealth

• They were both young and vibrant

• They were both new to the neighborhood

• They were both old and gnarled

What did Ali find when he touched his grandfather's shoulder?

• His grandfather spoke to him

• His grandfather smiled

• His grandfather did not respond

• His grandfather was asleep

What did the butterfly symbolize at the end of the story?

• The joy of childhood

• The strength of the banyan tree

• The beauty of kites

• The fleeting nature of life