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Are all deposed kings slain by the deposer?

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Are all deposed kings slain by the deposer?

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No, some, of the deposed kings are jailed and some are slain.

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पाठ 6.2: The Hollow Crown - Exercises [पृष्ठ १८७]

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सामाचीर कलवी English Class 11 TN Board
पाठ 6.2 The Hollow Crown
Exercises | Q C. 4. | पृष्ठ १८७

संबंधित प्रश्‍न

What does the poet mean when he says ‘good bye’?


Interpret each of the following expression used in the poem, in one or two line.

to unlearn all these muting things


Read the line given below and answer the question that follow.

‘Most of all, I want to relearn How to laugh, for my laugh in the mirror Shows only my teeth like a snake’s bare fangs!’

  1. Why does the poet want to relearn how to laugh?
  2. Whom does the poet want to relearn from?
  3. Mention the figure of speech used here.

Explain the things the poet has learnt when he grew into an adult.


The poet does not wish to exchange position with the runners. Why?


How does the poet establish the victory of common sense over ego?


Read the given lines and answer the questions that follow in a sentence or two.

With all my heart I do admire

Athletes who sweat for fun or hire

  1. Whom does the poet admire?
  2. For what reasons do the athletes sweat?

Read the given lines and answer the questions that follow in a sentence or two.

Well, ego it might be pleased enough But zealous athletes play so rough…

  1. What pleases the ego?
  2. Why are athletes often rough during play?

Underline the alliterated word in the following line.

They do not ever in their dealings…


Read the lines given below and answer the question that follow.

If this belief from heaven be sent,

If such be Nature’s holy plan.

  1. What does ‘heaven’ refer to?
  2. Why does the poet call it ‘holy’?

Explain the following line with reference to the context in about four to five sentence each.

The birds around me hopp’d and play’d,

Their thoughts I cannot measure.


The poet experiences sadness because ______.


Work in groups of 4−6. Discuss how you would preserve the environment and protect Nature. One or two representatives may share their ideas with the class.


‘Nature can nurture’. Describe how this process happens.


What is Macavity expected to be doing after committing a crime?


Read the given lines and answer the question that follow.

And his footprints are not found in any file of Scotland Yard’s.

  1. What seems to be a challenge for the Scotland Yard?
  2. Why do they need his footprints?

Read the given lines and answer the question that follow.

There never was a Cat of such deceitfulness and suavity.

  1. Which cat is being talked of here?
  2. How is he different from the rest?

Which line is repeated in the poem? What is the effect created by this repetition?


What does ‘hillock’ refer to in the line ‘Every hillock has a summit to boast!’?


Read the given line and answer the question that follow.

He, who does not stoop, is a king we adore. We bow before competence and merit;

  1. Who is adored as a king?
  2. What is the figure of speech used in the first line?

Fill in the blank with appropriate word from the box and complete the statement suitably:

Shravan never keeps his promises. His friends know that his words are ______.


Fill in the blank with appropriate word from the box and complete the statement suitably:

The fortress was ______and could not be conquered by the enemies.


What does the executor mentioned in the poem do?


How does the king establish that he and his subjects are equal in the end?


Bring out King Richard’s feelings when he was defeated.


Working with your partner, discuss the following adages and share your views with the class. You may need to give your ideas and justify your point of view. Remember to take turns while making your presentation/short speech.

Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown


Based on your reading of King Richard’s speech, answer the following questions in about 100 - 150 words each. You may add your own ideas if required to present and justify your point of view.

Who does the future generations remember easily - the victor or the vanquished? Give reasons. Also, cite relevant references from King Richard’s speech.


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