The Proposal — English (Language & Literature) STD 10 — Question

What does the tiger do in his cage?

"During our childhood in Goa, the baker used to be our friend, companion and guide'. What does this statement tell you about the character of the narrator? Are there some traits of the character of the narrator which need to be developed in you?

What is the theory of their Arab origin?

Give contrasting pictures of the tiger in his natural habitat and in the locked cage of the zoo. How does he feel and behave differently at both the places?

How, according to the poet, are animals superior to humans?

Why did everyone make fun of the dragon ?

Explain how Coorg is the soul of India.

Describe a leopard as given in the poem.

Chubukov was thinking of refusing Lomov's proposal without even knowing of later's intentions. When he came to know that Lomov had come to ask for the hand of his daughter, he showered love and blessings on Lomov. Was he really sincere or was it just an example of his dual personality? Do you like such kind of people? Give your opinion in 120-150 words.

Look at the line “A novice miglft nonplus”. How would you write this ‘correctly’ ? Why is the poet’s ‘incorrect’ line better in the poem ?