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प्रश्न
Universities develop broad-mindedness. How does Dr. Radhakrishnan drive home this idea?
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उत्तर
The true spirit of democracy can be developed only in universities. A broad–minded person alone can appreciate other’s points of view and adjust ideological differences through discussions. In universities, a lot of opportunities are made available for debate. Friendly discussions provide ample scope for nurturing the broad-mindedness of the youth.
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How do psychologists interpret forgetfulness?
What made people wonder about the absentmindedness of their fellowbeings?
Why, according to Lynd, should taking medicines be one of the easiest actions to remember?
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Kahlil Gibran states ‘Forgetfulness is a form of freedom.’ Write an article for your school magazine, linking your ideas logically and giving appropriate examples.
Many of us have unused, old but valuable items at home. If we wish to get rid of them, we can sell them at an auction. Items like paintings, jewels, household articles, vehicles, even houses can be auctioned.
The flowchart below will help you understand how an auction is conducted.
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Why did the friend desert the narrator, a second time?
The narrator would not forget two things about his friend. What are they?
The narrator visited the sale-room as he ______.
What is the difference between a physical and mental tight corner?
The narrator heard his own voice saying, ‘and fifty’. What does this suggest?
Form a meaningful summary of the lesson by rewriting the numbers in the correct sequence:
| a) The narrator had only 63 pounds with him and did not know how to manage the situation. | |
| b) The narrator thought of all his relations from whom he could borrow. | |
| c) Unfortunately he had made the highest bid. | |
| d) The narrator entered Christie’s as his friend persuaded him to visit the saleroom. | |
| e) Every time someone else made a higher bid and the narrator was not caught. | |
| f) The narrator on a sudden impulse added 50 more guineas, to the amount offered. | |
| g) His friend joined him then but left immediately unable to control his laughter. | |
| h) He even thought of borrowing from moneylenders and considered the possibility of confessing the truth to the staff at Christie’s. | |
| i) The picture was declared sold to the narrator. | |
| j) After some time a picture was put up and a bid for 4000 guineas was raised. | |
| k) A sudden stroke of luck befell the narrator when he heard that the gent who had made the bid of 4000 guineas would offer him the additional 50 guineas and buy the picture. | |
| l) The narrator kept bidding just for fun. | |
| m) The picture was given away to the other bidder and the narrator was saved from humiliation. | |
| n) His friend had left the place roaring with laughter at the narrator’s predicament. | |
| o) The narrator was quite happy at the offer but demanded 100 guineas instead of the 50. Now there was no need for him to make any payment. |
As the narrator, make a diary entry about the tight corner you faced at Christie’s and how you were saved from the dire situation.
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textbooks – uniform – smart classroom – laboratory – competent teachers – library – mid-day meals – blackboard – stationery – playground – sports equipment washrooms
| Individual | Common |
| e.g. textbooks | playground |
Who does the speaker claim to represent?
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How did Bryson free himself from the crash position?
What did Bryson wish to avoid in his life?
How would staying away from liquid mischief benefit Bryson?
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What was the reaction of Bryson’s wife to his antics?
As a fellow passenger of Bill Bryson on the flight, make a diary entry describing his clumsy behaviour during the trip and the inconveniences caused to others as a result of his nervousness.
