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Revision - Literature

Total questions: 17

Worksheet time: 19mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

How foolish people are when they own valuable things, Horace thought. A magazine article had described this house, giving a plan of all the rooms and a picture of this room. This line from the extract can be considered an example of _______________ .

a)

Sarcasm

b)

Symbolism

c)

Hyperbole

d)

Humour

2.

What is the irony in the story A Question of Trust?

4 lines
3.

Mandela says, “Courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.” Which life skill does this reflect?

a)
Resilience
b)
Complacency
c)
Indifference
d)
Fearlessness
4.

What does the trees’ movement from houses to forests symbolise in a broader sense?

a)

Human greed

b)

Nature’s resistance to confinement

c)

Urban development

d)

Seasonal change

5.

What does the poem 'Amanda!' reveal about the adult–child relationship?

a)
The poem shows a harmonious relationship without any conflict.
b)
It highlights the child's desire to please their parents at all costs.
c)
The poem emphasizes the child's obedience to adult rules.
d)
The poem reveals a conflict between adult expectations and a child's need for freedom.
6.

The tone of the poem The Ball Poem is (a)   , focusing on loss as a part of growing up.

7.

“The ball is gone forever” (The Ball Poem) symbolises __________.

a)
the thrill of competition
b)
the importance of teamwork
c)
the inevitability of loss
d)
the joy of winning
8.

Mandela’s acceptance of both “oppressor” and “oppressed” being robbed of humanity suggests—

a)
The justification of violence against the oppressor.
b)
The idea that only the oppressed deserve compassion.
c)
The belief that oppressors are inherently evil.
d)
The recognition of shared humanity in both oppressor and oppressed.
9.

What broader life lesson does the young seagull’s first flight give us?

a)
Avoiding risks ensures safety and comfort.
b)
Staying within your limits prevents failure.
c)
Following others' paths guarantees success.
d)
Embracing challenges leads to personal growth and independence.
10.

Why does Anne’s diary hold global relevance even today?

a)
It is a historical account of World War II.
b)
Anne’s diary holds global relevance today due to its universal themes of human rights, resilience, and the consequences of discrimination.
c)
It is a fictional story about a young girl.
d)
It focuses solely on Anne's family life.
11.

What does the survival of the Goan baker tradition symbolise?

a)
A decline in baking skills among the youth.
b)
The rise of fast food culture in Goa.
c)
Cultural heritage and resilience of local traditions.
d)
A shift towards modern cooking techniques.
12.

Valli’s solo bus ride symbolises—

a)
A carefree day at the amusement park.
b)
A lesson in public transportation etiquette.
c)
Valli's journey towards independence and self-discovery.
d)
A journey to a distant land with friends.
13.

Kisa Gotami’s realisation that death is common conveys the Buddhist teaching of—

a)
the inevitability of suffering
b)

the impermanence of life

c)
the importance of material wealth
d)
the eternal nature of the soul
14.

The different sections of the story (Baker from Goa, Coorg, Tea from Assam) collectively highlight—

a)

Cultural richness and diversity of India

b)

The superiority of one region

c)

The influence of Western culture

d)

The decline of traditions

15.

“The fog comes on little cat feet” — Which poetic device is used here?

a)
Personification
b)
Metaphor
c)
Simile
d)
Alliteration
16.

What quality of Noodle helps in saving Earth indirectly?

a)

His bravery

b)

His loyalty

c)

His intelligence and patience

d)

His humour

17.

Why did Mrs. Pumphrey say it was “a triumph of surgery”?

a)

Because Tricki had survived a dangerous operation

b)

Because the doctor had removed a tumour

c)

Because Tricki was cured without any medicine or operation

d)

Because the doctor had invented a new surgical technique