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प्रश्न
Richard Parker's survival seemed incredible to Pi. Why?
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उत्तर
The elements of nature which threatened his survival the previous night had calmed down. The lifeboat did not sink. The shark prowled but did not attack. The waves did not pull him off. Thus Richard Parker’s survival seemed incredible.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
What made Aksionov think that Makar was the real murderer?
Who was Richard Parker?
How did Pi reunite with this family?
Did Pi want Richard Parker to die? Answer, giving reasons.
How did the presence of Richard Parker influence the attitude of Pi?
What made Martha withdraw her money from the bank?
What did Gresham want Baldwin to do?
Why was John filled with shame?
Trace the bond of friendship between Baldwin and Gresham. Explain why Baldwin wished to attribute some credit to his friend.
Mention two features of Ausable that were uncharacteristic of a detective.
How had Max actually entered the room?
Did Max’s presence alarm Ausable?
How did Ausable describe the balcony and the manner in which one could get into his room, through it?
Who was Fowler? Why did he meet Ausable?
Fowler was thrilled when he entered Ausable’s room. Why?
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 long did the Sun shine on Venus?
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| fades | predict | discriminate | locks | reminded |
| experience | anticipated | unlock | recalls |
Now read the sentence below. Complete them appropriately with the word you identified from the grid.
The children are getting ready for the ______event.
Now read the sentence below. Complete them appropriately with the word you identified from the grid.
The children are _______ of Margot and ______the door and let her out.
Complete the summary of the play, choosing the appropriate words from the list given below the passage.
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| callous | unperturbed |
| well-known | gardener |
| reminder | zealous service |
| Remember Caesar | assassination |
| shut | convinced |
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Compare the character traits of Lord Weston and his wife.
