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प्रश्न
Many of us have unused, old but valuable items at home. If we wish to get rid of them, we can sell them at an auction. Items like paintings, jewels, household articles, vehicles, even houses can be auctioned.
The flowchart below will help you understand how an auction is conducted.
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उत्तर
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How do psychologists interpret forgetfulness?
What is the commonest type of forgetfulness, according to Lynd?
What are the articles the writer forgets most often?
Who are the citizens of ‘dreamland’? Why?
We found a ______of biscuits in the old man’s shirt ______. (pocket/packet)
What made the author ignore his friend’s warning?
What came as a shock to the author?
What kind of excuses did the narrator think he could make?
‘Tight Corner’ means a ______.
The narrator had been a safe contributor at the auction, as ______.
What is the difference between a physical and mental tight corner?
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What was the narrator’s financial condition?
The narrator could not pretend to have made a mistake in bidding. Why?
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- e.g. sharing and caring
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- Parents
- Educational institutions
- The Department of Education
- Social Service Organizations
- Other agencies
Who does the speaker claim to represent?
What are the hindrances graduates face in their task of serving the society?
How do Universities mould students apart from imparting academic education to them?
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What was the reaction of Bryson’s wife to his antics?
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