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How do Shahid and the writer react to the knowledge that Shahid is going to die? - English Core

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How do Shahid and the writer react to the knowledge that Shahid is going to die?

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A model answer has been provided for students' reference.

It is strongly recommended that students prepare the answer on their own.

“Oh dear! I cant see a thing...I hope this doesn't mean that I am dying,” The fear of death was very vividly visible in Shahid's tone of voice and usage of words. He got scared when he felt for the first time that he was dying. When his occasional memory lapses became more serious with passage of time, the realisation of death drawing nearer becomes stronger. When he was in a conversation with Amitav Ghosh, he said in a clear ringing voice- “When it happens, I hope you will write something for me.” The writer could think of nothing to say on such a topic. At last, he had to promise, “I'll do the best I can.” From that day, the writer started keeping a record of all the conversations and meetings he had with Shahid. This record helped him to fulfil his promise.

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पाठ 6: The Ghat of the Only World - Reading with insight [पृष्ठ ६४]

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पाठ 6 The Ghat of the Only World
Reading with insight | Q 2 | पृष्ठ ६४

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