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The document consists of various literary analyses and summaries of different texts, highlighting key themes and character traits. It discusses the emotional struggles of characters like Amanda and Mathilde Loisel, the deceptive appearances in 'The Midnight Visitor,' and the humorous identification of wild animals. Additionally, it explores the implications of extreme behaviors in poetry and the significance of unexpected rescues in narrative storytelling.

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The document consists of various literary analyses and summaries of different texts, highlighting key themes and character traits. It discusses the emotional struggles of characters like Amanda and Mathilde Loisel, the deceptive appearances in 'The Midnight Visitor,' and the humorous identification of wild animals. Additionally, it explores the implications of extreme behaviors in poetry and the significance of unexpected rescues in narrative storytelling.

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S A M P LE P A P ER (07)

1. What was the ‘appalling spectacle’ Maxwell noticed when he


returned from having a hurried meal ?
Upon returning from a hurried meal, Maxwell was horrified to find Mijbil's
box silent, with dried blood around its airholes and seams. Opening it, he
discovered Mijbil exhausted and bloodied, having torn the box's lining to
shreds in an attempt to escape.

2. How did Anne finally stop Mr. Keesing from punishing her?
Anne Frank's math teacher, Mr. Keesing, often punished her for talking in
class by assigning essays. For the third essay, titled "Quack, Quack, Quack,
Said Mistress Chatterbox," Anne wrote a humorous poem about a father
swan who punished his ducklings for quacking too much. This creative
approach amused Mr. Keesing, leading him to stop punishing her and
allowing her to talk in class thereafter.
3. Do you think Chubukov is a good father? Justify your opinion
based on your reading of the text.
In Anton Chekhov's "The Proposal," Stepan Stepanovitch Chubukov exhibits
both positive and negative traits as a father. He desires a suitable match for
his daughter, Natalya, and welcomes Ivan Lomov's proposal, indicating his
concern for her future. However, during disputes between Natalya and
Lomov, Chubukov often escalates tensions by taking sides and engaging in
arguments, rather than acting as a calming influence. This behavior suggests
that while he cares for his daughter's well-being, his impulsive actions may
not always align with the responsibilities of a supportive and mature father.

4. How does the poet suggest that you identify the lion and the tiger?
When can you do so, according to him?
In "How to Tell Wild Animals," the poet humorously suggests that one can
identify a lion and a tiger during a fatal encounter. If a large, tawny beast
approaches and roars as it attacks, it's an Asian lion. If a yellow beast with
black stripes attacks silently, it's a Bengal tiger. However, these methods
are impractical, as they occur when one is being attacked. The poem uses
this dark humor to highlight the dangers of wild animals.
5. What impression of Amanda do you get from the poem ‘Amanda!’?
In the poem "Amanda!", the poet portrays Amanda as a young girl who feels
suffocated by her mother's constant nagging and instructions. She yearns for
freedom and solitude, often retreating into her imagination to escape the
constraints of her daily life. This behavior reflects her desire to break free
from the limitations imposed upon her.

6. Whose footprints did the two boys follow? Why were they charmed
then?
In "Footprints Without Feet," the two boys in London were intrigued by the
fresh muddy footprints of a barefooted man, which appeared mysteriously
without any visible person making them. They were charmed by the mystery
and the unusual sight of a man walking barefoot in the cold weather.

7. What did Ebright do for his eighth-grade project?


In his eighth-grade project, Richard Ebright investigated the cause of a viral
disease that periodically killed nearly all monarch caterpillars. He
hypothesized that the disease might be transmitted by a beetle. Although his
attempts to raise caterpillars alongside beetles did not yield significant
results, he presented his experiments and trials, earning first place at the
county fair and entry into the International Science and Engineering Fair,
where he secured third place in zoology.
8. What are the subtle ways in which the lady manages to deceive
Horace Danby into thinking she is the lady of the house?
In "A Question of Trust," the lady subtly deceives Horace Danby into
believing she is the lady of the house through several means:
 Confident Demeanor: She walks with assurance, exuding the poise

expected of a homeowner.
 Familiarity with the House: She interacts comfortably with the dog,

Sherry, and adjusts the ornaments on the fireplace, indicating her


intimate knowledge of the household.
 Composed Behavior: She touches up her makeup and selects a

cigarette from the appropriate spot, actions that suggest she is


accustomed to the environment.
Horace doesn't suspect anything amiss because he is nervous and
preoccupied with his own plans. His anxiety prevents him from critically
assessing the situation, allowing the lady's deception to succeed.

9. The narrator asks a question at the end : “Who was the pilot on
the strange black aeroplane, flying in the storm, without lights ?”
Discuss.
In "The Black Aeroplane," the narrator's question, "Who was the pilot on the
strange black aeroplane, flying in the storm, without lights?" underscores
the mystery of his unexpected rescue. After navigating through a perilous
storm with failing instruments and dwindling fuel, he was guided to safety
by a mysterious black aeroplane piloted by an unknown individual. Upon
landing, he learns from the control tower that no other aircraft were flying
that night, leaving the identity of his savior unresolved. This unanswered
question highlights the story's theme of unexplained phenomena and the
possibility of supernatural intervention.

10. Discuss how extreme behaviour can hasten the end of the world
with respect to the poem ‘Fire and Ice’.
In Robert Frost's poem "Fire and Ice," the poet explores the destructive
potential of human emotions, suggesting that both intense desire
(symbolized by fire) and profound hatred (symbolized by ice) could lead to
the world's end. He notes that while desire can lead to destruction, hatred is
also a powerful force capable of causing significant harm. This reflects the
idea that extreme behaviors, driven by unchecked emotions, can have
catastrophic consequences. Frost's concise yet profound portrayal
underscores the importance of managing our passions and animosities to
prevent self-destruction.

11. Sometimes appearance can be deceptive. How is this statement


proved in the story The Midnight Visitor?
In "The Midnight Visitor," appearances are deceptive, particularly concerning
the protagonist, Ausable. Contrary to the typical image of a secret agent—a
tall, lean, and athletic individual—Ausable is short, overweight, and
unassuming. This contrast surprises Fowler, a writer eager to experience the
excitement of espionage. However, Ausable's true strength lies in his
intelligence and quick thinking. When confronted by the armed intruder Max,
Ausable cleverly fabricates a story about a nonexistent balcony and a police
visit, leading Max to flee in panic. This turn of events highlights that true
capability often lies beneath the surface, and appearances can be
misleading.

12. “If you ask for too much, you lose even that which you have.”
Elaborate this with reference to the character of Matilda Loisel in
“The Necklace”.
In Guy de Maupassant's "The Necklace," Mathilde Loisel's desire for a
luxurious lifestyle leads her to borrow a diamond necklace to attend a high-
society event. After losing the necklace, she and her husband replace it with
an expensive one, incurring significant debt. They endure ten years of
hardship to repay the debt, during which Mathilde's beauty fades. Ironically,
the original necklace was a fake, worth only five hundred francs. This
outcome illustrates that excessive desire can lead to the loss of what one
already possesses, as Mathilde's pursuit of wealth resulted in the loss of her
former life and happiness.

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