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प्रश्न
What happened to Bryson when he leaned to tie his shoelace?
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उत्तर
When Bryson learned to tie a shoelace inside the aircraft, someone in the seat ahead of him threw his seat back into full recline. The author found himself pinned helplessly in a crash position.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Have you ever lost or misplaced anything of value due to forgetfulness?
At times, instances of forgetfulness may land us in a tight spot or in a difficult situation. Therefore, we need to find ways to remember what we have to do or carry with us. One suchway is to make a mental checklist that we can verify before starting any activity.
Now discuss with your partner and think of some practical ideas to overcome forgetfulness, in your day-to-day activities.
| e.g. setting an alarm | |
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What are the articles the writer forgets most often?
What is common about the ‘angler’ and the ‘poet’?
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What kind of absent-mindedness is regarded as a virtue by Lynd?
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What came as a shock to the author?
How does the Narrator show the presence of mind in the sudden turn of events?
The narrator visited the sale-room as he ______.
The narrator could not pretend to have made a mistake in bidding. Why?
Who does the speaker claim to represent?
What was the role of scholars and poets in olden days?
How can a graduate give back to his/her society?
‘Wisdom was meant for the mansion, not for the marketplace’ -What does this statement signify?
According to the speaker, how should Universities mould the students of the present day?
You were one of the fresh graduates at the convocation function of the University. You had the rare privilege of listening to the enlightening speech of Dr. Arignar Anna. Write a letter to your friend highlighting the core ideas of his speech and the impact of the speech on you.
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What were the contents of Bryson’s bag?
What was Bryson’s worst accident on a plane?
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