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प्रश्न
Did the police officer have sufficient evidence to convict Aksionov?
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उत्तर
Yes, the blood-stained knife was found in Aksionov’s bag. When interrogated, he turned pale and started shivering. He did not have much to say to prove his innocence. Thus, the circumstantial evidence was sufficient to convict Aksionov.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
What is the importance of Aksionov’s wife’s dream?
What made Aksionov think that Makar was the real murderer?
Compare and contrast the main characters, Aksionov and Makar Semyonich, in the story
Discuss the meaning and importance of the saying “God sees the truth but waits”.
Using the mind map given below, write a brief summary of the story in your own words.
Describe the pathetic condition of Pi in the middle of the ocean.
Why was the great beast not behaving naturally?
Why was Pi not afraid of the hyena?
How is Martha’s strong conviction in Baldwin’s integrity revealed?
What was Baldwin’s advice to Gresham?
Explain the significance of the words ‘I don’t remember’.
Why was John filled with shame?
How much did Gresham offer to pay Baldwin for saving his skin and how did he justify that?
How was Baldwin’s honesty rewarded?
How did Martha and John react when they came to know that Baldwin had rejected the generous offer made by Gresham?
Who do you think exhibits true friendship–Baldwin or Gresham? Justify your answer.
How had Max actually entered the room?
Who was Henry? Why had he visited Ausable’s room?
Was Ausable really waiting for the police? Give reasons.
Describe the significance of the balcony.
Sketch the character of Ausable.
The unexpected presence of a criminal wielding a gun triggers different reactions in the two men who entered the room. In this light, discuss the appropriacy of the title.
Who is Margot? How is she different from the rest of the children?
What does Margot like the most - the sun or the rain?
What was Margot waiting for? Why did William say that it was a joke?
How did the children react when the sun came out after seven years?
What were their feelings towards Margot at the end of the story?
What was the truth about the crumpled piece of paper?
Group Work
The play revolves around a ‘perceived threat’ and how Lord Weston and Lady Weston react to it. Let’s reverse their roles. Imagine a panic-stricken Lady Weston and a frivolous Lord Weston. Read the following piece of dialogue from the play and rewrite it to suit the changed roles.
| WESTON | My dear, your husband’s life is in grave danger. |
| LADY WESTON | The last time it was in danger you had been eating game pie. What is it this time? |
| WESTON (annihilating her flippancy with one broadside) | Assassination! |
| LADY WESTON | Well, well! You always wanted to be a great man and now you have got your wish! |
| WESTON | What do you mean? |
| LADY WESTON | They don’t assassinate anybody. |
