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WorksheetsFootprints without feet (All Literature chapters)
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What was Bholi's real name?
A) Sulekha
B) Sudekha
C) Champa
D) Chamla
How many siblings did Bholi have?
A) 1
B) 2
C) 4
D) 6
Who was her father?
A) Village Numberdar
B) Village Sarpanch
C) Village Tehsildar
D) none of the above
What damaged some part of her brain?
A) falling off a cot
B) falling off the stairs
C) falling off a verandah
D) small-pox
Q8- At what age did she begin to speak?
A)2
B) 5
C) 4
D) 1
How is the situation of the house described?
A) poor
B) miserable
C) prosperous
D) fine
What was the purpose of the Tehsildar's village visit?
A) to inaugrate a girl's school
B) to address complaints of the village
C) to meet the people of the village
D) none of the above
Why did Bholi's mother suggest they send Bholi to school?
A) there was little chance of her getting married
B) her husband couldn't disobey Tehsildar's orders
C) she took it to teachers at school to worry about her
D) all of the above
What was Bholi's first reaction on hearing that she was going to school?
A) she cried with tears of joy
B) she cried with fear
C) she screamed
D) she was excited
What did it take for Bholi to believe she was being taken to a place better than home?
A) clean dress
B) hair oiling
C) a bath
D) all of the above
Why did the girls laugh at Bholi?
A) at her dress
B) at her looks
C) at her stammering
D) all of the above
Whose paintings did she see in the classroom wall?
What were the feelings of Bholi after leaving the school on the First day?
All of the above
What is the meaning of the word "envious"?
jealous
looking down on someone
hatred
none of the above
Why were Bholi's sisters envious upon seeing the wedding procession of Bholi?
A) The groom was rich and handsome
B) The procession showed affluence which lacked in their weddings
C) Inspite of being a simpleton and not good-looking, Bholi was having a spectacular wedding.
D) All of the above
E) Both B and C
Who is referred to as the "artist" in the lesson?
A) Bholi's friend
B) Bholi
C) Bholi's cow
D) Bholi's teacher
Why did Bholi's parents accept Bishamber's marriage proposal?
He has a big shop
He has a house
He has good bank balance
All of the above
What do you mean by the word "Simpleton"?
Simple
Basic
Luxurious
Foolish
Who is the author of the lesson Bholi?
Guy de Maupassant
K. A. Abbas
Claire Boika
Sinclair Lewis
What did Bishamber demand as dowry?
Refrigerator
Money
Television
Ornaments
Who comforted Bholi when all the girls laughed at her?
her parents
her friends
her teacher
her siblings
Bholi’s decision not to marry Bishamber showed that she was now:
(a) shameless and ill-mannered.
(b) bold and confident.
(c) a dumb and harmless cow.
(d) sharp and rude
What disease was made Bholi's body, full of pock-marks?
Chicken-pox
Small-pox
Covid-19
Malaria
About what was Ramlal was worried about for Bholi?
Bholi's education.
Bholi's biggest sister.
Bholi's marriage.
Bholi's intelligence.
How did Bishambhar react on seeing Bholi's face?
asked for dowry as compensation
got frightened
refused to get married
all of the above
Describe Bishambhar.
mean
greedy
coward
pervert
insensitive
From the extract, it is clear that Bholi's parents
have a very high opinion of her
have a very low opinion of her
are very concerned about her
are very supportive to her
Bholi's mother's tone in these lines is
callous and insensitive
empathetic and understanding
sympathetic and supportive
bold and aggressive
Pick out the traits that apply to Ramlal on the basis of this excerpt
conscientious
indecisive
pushover
even tempered
Pick the reasons that Ramlal was scared to disobey the Tehsildar
The Tehsildar was his superior
The Tehsildar was his closest friend
He wanted the Tehsildar to think highly of him
The Tehsildar was very fond of Bholi
The Tehsildar was right
Sending Bholi to school turned out to be a
a blessing in disguise for her
a curse for her
a curse for her parents
a blessing in disguise for the Tehsildar
Who is the author of the story "The Hack Driver"?
HG Wells
Robert W. Peterson
Guy De Maupassant
Sinclair Lewis
After graduating with honours, I became a junior assistant clerk in a magnificent law firm. I was sent, not to prepare legal briefs, but to serve summons, like a cheap private detective. I had to go to dirty and shadowy corners of the city to seek out my victims.
‘Like a cheap private detective’ is a reference to the fact that the speaker
wasn’t drawing as good a salary as a detective.
was upset about working in the private sector.
wasn’t trying to be an established detective
was disappointed with his allotted work
The shadowy corners of the city conjure up images of places
with many trees to provide shade
where crime is not uncommon
which receive absolutely no sunlight
with tall buildings and their shadows
Choose the option that is NOT TRUE.
The speaker found 'this side of the city life unpleasant' because
there were hoodlums who robbed and looted him
dubious, suspicious characters were always lurking in corners
sometimes the thugs would beat him up
he had to serve summons for a case
Fritz looked at me, hiding behind Bill. He hesitated, and then admitted, “Yes, he was in here a little while ago. Guess he’s gone over to Gustaff’s to get a shave.”
Fritz’s hesitation was on account of
taking a moment to comprehend and fall in with the prank
understand what was being asked and answer accordingly
pretend ignorance at the question asked to waste time
confirm that it was him being addressed, before replying
The narrator was always stationed behind Bill and never really asked the townsfolk any questions because
he was afraid the folks at New Mullion wouldn't cooperate with a city clerk
Bill Magnuson, the Hack Driver had offered to take him around the town
he was being duped into complacency and required to remain silent
the clerk didn't expect Bill to enquire sternly
One person mentioned that he had seen Lutkins walking down Main Street.
This was an example of
being taken to the cleaners
sending someone on a wild goose chase
stretching the truth
getting the short end of the stick
One could say that Oliver Lutkins aka Bill Magnuson did NOT
pull the wool over the narrator's eyes
blow smoke about finding the witness in a law case
throw dust in the city clerk's eyes
pull a fast one on the narrator
have the heart to take the clerk for a ride metaphorically and literally
The narrator’s expectations of New Mullion fell short because
contrary to his assumptions, the place was a visual treat
aligned to his supposition it was a sweet and simple country village
unlike his presumption it was dirty, small town in the outskirts
opposed to his expectation the place reeked with swindlers and crooks
The narrator knew Bill’s offer of help wasn’t ‘entirely a matter of brotherly love because
Bill was being paid by the hour for his services.
he knew the lawyer would in turn bill the splendid law firm
the town was in cahoots with Bill in the deception he weaved
Bill was a god story teller and could easily weave a yarn
Who was the hack driver?
Bill
Magnuson
Lutkins
all of the above
Tick the options which are true:
Bill charged the narrator for his time
The narrator was not fond of Bill
Lutkins played a lot of poker
Bill and Lutkins were really close friends
'I agreed that it was a pretty disrespectful treatment.' The disrespectful treatment refers to
a) the harassment by Lutkins' mother
b) the absence of Oliver Lutkins
c) Lutkins' mother laughing at them
d) the ignorance of Lutkins' mother
What is the only appealing sight when the narrator reaches New Mullion station?
streets
shops
the neatly lined hacks
delivery man
What does Oliver’s mother rush out with while chasing the narrator ?
"Bill seemed to _____ Lutkins’ talent for dishonesty. "
criticise
dislike
hate
admire
'I pictured an honest and happy life beyond the strict limits of universities and law firms' means that the narrator
likes that he is cheated by Lutkins
takes a liking for the hack driver and the people of the town
admires the skill of Bill in making a fool of him
wants to turn to farming as a means of livelihood
Which of the following statements are NOT a Fact in reference to Oliver Lutkins:
Oliver Lutkins was a Hack Driver
Oliver Lutkins liked Poker
Oliver Lutkins hated lawyers
Oliver Lutkins was liked by all the villagers
Oliver Lutkins was a cheat
At the beginning of the story, what is the cause of Madame Loisel's constant unhappiness?
her marriage to a cruel man
her desire to be wealthy
her poor health
her wish for more friends
The very sight of the little Breton girl who cleaned for her awoke rueful thoughts and the wildest dreams in her mind.
Which statement best explains why Matilda is unhappy?
because she does not get along with her classless family
because she is not beautiful enough to get a rich husband
because her family refused to help her find a good match for a husband
because she feels she deserved to marry a man above her class
Which of the following best describes the husband?
He is unhappy with their life but unwilling to work hard to change it.
He also wants to be rich and is working hard to please his wife.
He is happy with their poor life and bitter that his wife wants more.
He is content with their poor life and feels it is already fulfilling.
How does Madame Loisel react to the invitation?
She is upset because she does not have anything appropriate to wear.
She is upset because she does not know how to act at a ball.
She is excited because she always wanted to go to a ball.
She is nervous because her ball gown is old and used.
What is Monsieur Loisel’s solution to his wife’s problem?
He is going to sell his gun to buy her a dress.
He is going to give her money he saved for himself to buy a dress.
He is going to ask a friend to borrow money to buy her a dress.
He is going to help her borrow a dress worth 400 francs from her friend.
Why is the borrowed necklace so important to Mathilde?
because it will distract from her shabby old dress
because it will convince others that she is someone else
because she will look as though she belongs at the party
because she will have the opportunity to steal it
Why is Mathilde so eager to leave the ball quickly?
to keep people from noticing her poor coat
to keep people from noticing her hair
because she did not have a good time at the ball
because she did not want to talk to the other ladies
Why is the return of necklace delayed?
Madame Loisel breaks the necklace she borrowed and needs time to fix it.
Madame Loisel loses the necklace she borrowed and needs to lie to have time to find it.
Madame Loisel does not want to return the necklace so her husband lies to help her keep it.
Madame Loisel loses the necklace and lies that it was stolen to avoid trouble.
What do the Loisels end up doing about the lost necklace?
They borrow money, buy a new necklace, and return it to Madame Forestier as if it’s the original.
They eventually tell Madame Forestier the truth about losing the necklace, and lose her as a friend.
They replace the diamond necklace with something less valuable and return it to Madame Forestier.
They borrow money to buy a replacement necklace, but then decide to steal it.
How did the Loisels’ plan to replace the necklace affect their lives?
They became much more practical about borrowing money.
They worked hard and lived meagerly to get out of debt.
They blamed everyone else for their misfortune and poverty.
They eventually gained respect and wealth for pretending to be rich.
Why is Madame Forestier “deeply moved” at Mathilde’s confession?
because Mathilde worked so hard to replace her valuable necklace
because she never realized the necklace was a replacement
because Mathilde worked so hard to replace a cheap necklace
because Mathilde was too afraid to tell her friend the truth
Why don’t the Loisels tell Mme. Forestier that the necklace has been lost?
a. They fear Mme. Forestier will mock them.
b. They do not care what anyone thinks of them.
c. The minister advises M. Loisel not to tell the truth.
d. They are ashamed to admit their carelessness.
In order to get the money to replace the necklace, the Loisels
a. borrow all of it
b. steal it
c. borrow some, reduce their standard of living, and work hard
d. work hard but do not reduce their standard of living
Who is the writer of the story "The Making of a Scientist"?
Ruskin Bond
Guy De Maupassant
Robert W. Peterson
HG Wells
"It was his fascination for _____ that opened the world of science to him."
Choose the option that lists Ebright's qualities as a young scientist
1. being undaunted by setbacks
2. the effort to win for the right reason
3. having a conceited view of Science
1 & 2
2 & 3
1 & 3
1, 2 & 3
When the author says that Richard Ebright had the 'will to win for the right reasons' he meant that Ebright
believed in unbridled competition
wanted to be the best he could be
wished to prove himself better than others
always competed for the first prize
Choose the option one can conclude from the two statements given about the information in the text.
Mr. Richard A Weiherer was admired by Ebright.
Ebright dabbled in subjects other that science
Ebright took interest in MUN and Debating because he was exposed to new ideas
Ebright spent extended hours researching about Monarch and Viceroy butterflies
Ebright was a straight A-student who loved the thrill of winning competitions
Ebright put in extra effort every night just to please his Social Science teacher
Choose the option that shows the picture of the type of task Ebright and Wong were engaged in to prove their 'theory of how cells work'
We know Richard's mother was very indulgent parent and doted on her only child when she bought for him cameras, telescopes, microscopes and other scientific materials. She did this because she
had not other way to spark his interest in the world of Science and Scientific experiments
was a 'helicopter parent' who took an overprotective or excessive interest in the life of her child
wanted to keep her only child engaged in interesting activities so that he would not feel lonely
was a submissive parent who gave in to the whims and fancies of her very intelligent child.
Ebright lost interest in tagging butterflies because
the basement of his house was home to a thousand monarch butterflies
it was a tedious job and there wasn't much feedback
it required the perseverance that intimidated him
he turned his attention to other fields of interest
The author compares the 23 year old Ebright's accomplishment to a fifteen year old's entry into the big league and a home run in the first game because
it was a stupendous achievement at such a young age
Ebright loved the game and had gained entry to the big league
the young Scientist was a doyen of the game over and above being a scientist
he was a master of the game at the tender age of fifteen years
Which statements are FALSE as proven by Richard Ebright in his experiments in school?
Monarch butterflies copy Viceroy
The Gold spots on Monarch pupa are ornamental
Beetles are not carriers of a viral disease which kills Monarch pupas
Gold spots on Monarch pupa release a harmone important for for the development of Monarch's eyes
There are 25 species of butterflies in the world
Who is the author of the story "Footprints without feet"?
WB Butler
James Herriot
HG Wells
John Keats
What is the meaning of "bewildered"?
perplexed
confused
puzzled
all of the above
Who did Griffin attack and rob all the money?
the landlord
the assistance of the London store
the owner of the big London store
the owner of the theatrical company
After making a theft in the shop of a theatrical company where did Griffin decide to go?
Iping village
Oxford city
Paris
London
Why was the air bitterly cold?
Because AC was on
Because there was cold wind belowing
Because it was autumn
Because it was mid- winter
Why we're the two boys in London surprised and fascinated?
They saw a naked man making muddy footprints
They saw muddy footprints of a human beings but no man can be seen
They heard someone laughing and shouting but couldn't see him
Both B and C
Who reported burglary to the police?
Police
Clergyman
Mrs hall
Jaffers
What suggests that he was a homeless wanderer?
no clothes
no money
invisible
all of the above
Why was it a bad time to wander in London?
it was mid winter
he was without clothes
both 1 and 2
none of the above
Where did he find comfort in London?
at the inn
a big store
theatre store
none of the above
How did Griffin justify his disinterest in having a conversation with Mrs Hall?
desired solitude
didn't want to be disturbed during work
both 1 and 2
none of the above
Why was Mrs Hall prepared and ready to tolerate the strange habits and irritable temper of the visitor?
he had paid in advance
he was a scientist
both 1 and 2
none of the above
In which all places did Griffin took advantage of his invisibility?
Robbing the inn
Escaping from The London Store
Robbing the Clergyman's house
Evading the arrest by Jaffers
Robbing the store at the theatrical company in Drury Lane
Why did Mrs. Hall confront the guest at inn after the robbery at the Clergyman's house?
To know if the guest was the robber at Clergyman's house
To see his face without bandages
Wanted to ask for the rent of the room at inn
To enquire about the flying furniture and witchcraft she had experienced at the room rented by the guest
To get him arrested as Constable Jaffers had ordered her
Which statements are false in reference to the chapter Footprints without feet....
Griffin was a victim of circumstances and hence he became lawless
Griffin wanted money, so he robbed the clergyman's house
The boys saw muddy footprints in London but no person walking
The London store employees allowed Griffin in the store as he was homeless and hungry
Mrs. Hall's grandmother's chair was haunted and attacked her
Who is the writer of the chapter`The Thief's Story'?
James Herriot
Ruskin Bond
Anne Frank
Richard Ebright
How old was the thief boy?
10 years
15 years
14 years
16 years
Where did Anil live?
His room was situated on the Jamuna Sweets Shop.
He lived in underground room.
He lived in his house.
none of these.
What did Anil do to the food cooked by the boy the first day?
Anil ate it with joy.
He put it in the cupboard.
Anil threw it to stray dog.
He asked the boy to ate it all.
How much money Anil brought one day?
500
600
700
1000
Hari wanted to win over the confidence of Anil because
he loved flattering people
he hadn't had much of luck of late
he loved watching wrestling matches
he was planning to cheat the young man
'I took a new name every month' because
I liked changing my names
I could be ahead of the police in a race
I could fool the authorities
I could be a wrestler
Anil did not throw Hari out on the first night because
Hari had won him over with his innocent smile
Anil desperately needed him
Anil liked the food cooked by Hari
Anil wanted to change Hari
Hari decided to go back to Anil's house as he realized
the seriousness of the offence
what all he would be losing by not going back
that he could steal more money
that he had no friends
Anil knew. But neither his lips nor his eyes showed anything as
he wanted Hari to realize his fault on his own
he had informed the police about it
he wanted to give him another chance
he was charmed by Hari's smile
Which of the following traits describes Anil?
Easy-going and careful
Greedy and extravagant
Easy- going and kind
Easy- going
The meaning of the phrase ‘fits and starts’ means __________.
Rarely
Occasionally
Regularly
Hardly
Q2- What is he a "fairly successful hand" at?
A) wrestling
B) stealing
C) deceiving
D) working hard
Q9- What takes all the pleasure out of work?
A) robbing a careless man
B) robbing a greedy man
C) when someone doesn't notice they've been robbed
D) both a and c
Q10- "a queer way to earn money"..What is the meaning of the word "queer"?
A) strange
B) famous
C) rare
D) illegal
Q11- Who is easier to rob?
A) a careless man
B) a greedy man
C) a trusting man
D) Anil
I was still a thief when I met Anil. And though only 15, I was an experienced and fairly successful hand. Anil was watching a wrestling match when I approached him.
1.What is he a "fairly successful hand" at?
A) wrestling
B) Stealing
C) Deceiving
D) Working hard
Anil was watching a wrestling match when I approached him. He was about 25 — a tall, lean fellow — and he looked easy-going, kind and simple enough for my purpose. I hadn't had much luck of late and thought I might be able to get into the young man’s confidence.
2. How has the narrator described Anil?
A) simple
B) Kind
C) Easy going
D) all of the above
I hadn't had much luck of late and thought I might be able to get into the young man’s confidence. “You look a bit of a wrestler yourself,” I said. A little flattery helps in making friends.
3) How did the narrator attempt at being friends with Anil?
A) flattering him
B) introducing himself
C) teasing him
D)none of the above
Anil walked away. I followed casually. “Hello again,” he said. I gave him my most appealing smile. “I want to work for you,” I said. “But I can’t pay you.”
4. What did the boy ask Anil for?
A) to give him food.
B) to employ him
C) To give him money
D) To teach him
“Well,” I said modestly, “I do wrestle a bit.” “What’s your name?” “Hari Singh,” I lied. I took a new name every month. That kept me ahead of the police and my former employers.
5. How often did he change his name?
A) every day
B) every week
C) every month
D) every year
He took me to his room over the Jumna Sweet Shop and told me I could sleep on the balcony. But the meal I cooked that night must have been terrible because Anil gave it to a stray dog and told me to be off.
6. How was the meal he cooked first night?
A) delicious.
B) mouth-watering
C) finger-licking good
D) terrible.
In the text, it states, "I knew that once I could write like an educated man there would be no limit to what I could achieve." What inference can be made about the narrator based on this statement?
He values education and knows it will take him far.
He is a better thief and will continue making his life that way.
He does not value his relationship with Anil.
Anil feel obligated to teach the narrator.
Who does 'I' refer to in the story,`A Triumph of Surgery'
James Herriot
Mrs.Pumphrey
Tricki
Tricki falls ill because_________
he met an accident
of bad weather
he did not get proper food to eat
his mistress overfed him
Which of the following adjectives suit the veterinarian?
tactful
over-doing
intelligent
irrational
far-sighted
Which of the following adjectives describe Mrs. Pumphrey in the best manner?
loving
over indulgent
intelligent
irrational
Why is the narrator tempted to keep Tricki as a permanent guest?
because he loved Tricki
he thought Mrs. Pumphrey wouldn't take good care of Tricki
because they would lose all luxuries like eggs, wine etc.
none of the above
I was really worried about Tricki this time. Who is referred to as “I” here? (Choose all options that apply)
Mrs Pumphrey
Mr. Herriot
Hodgkin
Veterinary surgeon
Who is Hodgkin?
Chauffeur
Gardener
Veterinary surgeon
The dog’s owner
I looked down again at the dog. That was the problem. Tricki’s only fault was —
His laziness
His greed
He refused food
He had been quite active lately
Mrs Pumphrey made a frantic call to Mr. Herriot as- (Choose all applicable options)
Tricki ate nothing, refused meals
Tricki was lost and nowhere to be seen
Tricki began biting all the guests
Tricki had bouts of vomiting
Tricki lay listless, not willing to do anything
How did Mr. Herriot cure Tricki? (Choose all applicable options)
Fed him the food items sent by Mrs. Pumphrey
Gave him several injections
Gave him no food and plenty of water
Gave him a lot of exercise with the other dogs
What all did Mrs Pumphrey send to Mr Herriot for Tricki’s strength? (Choose all options that apply)
Fresh eggs
Cream cakes
Brandy
Wine
what did Mrs. Pumphrey feed Triki to build him up when she thought that he was suffering from malnutrition
some malt and cod - liver oil
a bowl of Horlicks
only water
kept him hungry
tricky does love _________ and _________ .
chocolates
a bowl of Horlicks
cod-liver oil
cream cakes
Select the statements which are True in reference to the chapter A triumph of Surgery:
Tricki's condition was bad as the gardener wasn't well
Dr. Harriot was enjoying the delicacies sent for Tricki
Tricki became a hard-muscled animal at the end
Mrs. Pumphrey was not affluent but was a doting mistress
Tricki had to be saved from other dogs at Dr. Harriot's clinic
