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What are the two strange things the guru and his disciple find in the Kingdom of Fools?
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Why does the disciple’s decide to stay in the Kingdom of Fools? Is it a good idea?
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Name all the people who are tried in the king’s court, and give the reasons for their trial.
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Who is the real culprit according to the king? Why does he escape punishment?
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What are the Guru’s words of wisdom? When does the disciple remember them?
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How does the guru mange to save his disciple’s life?
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What does the author notice one Sunday afternoon? What is his mother’s reaction? What does she do?
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Why does he break down in tears after the fire?
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Why is the author deeply embarrassed the next day in school? Which words show his fear and insecurity?
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The cat and the author are very fond of each other. How has this been shown in the story? Where was the cat after the fire? Who brings it back and how?
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What actions of the schoolmates change the author’s understanding of life and people, and comfort him emotionally? How does his loneliness vanish and how does he start participating in life?
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What is the meaning of “My cat was back and so was I”? Had the author gone anywhere Why does he say that he is also back?
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Why was the ‘holy man’ who gave Santosh’s mother his blessings surprised?
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Give an example to show that even as a young girl Santosh was not ready to accept anything unreasonable.
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Why was Santosh sent to the local school?
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When did she leave home for Delhi, and why?
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Why did Santosh’s parents agree to pay for her schooling in Delhi? What mental qualities of Santosh are brought into light by this incident?
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Answer of these question in a short paragraph (about 30 words).
How did Santosh begin to climb mountains?
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What incidents during the Everest expedition show Santosh’s concern for her team-mates?
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Answer of these question in a short paragraph (about 30 words).
What shows her concern for the environment?
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