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प्रश्न
What can you say about the author’s attitude when he high-handedly participated in the auction?
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उत्तर
The author behaved like a gambler. He risked high banking on serendipity alone. In reality, he should have a minimum balance of 500 pounds in his bank account to be eligible to be a bidder in the auction. But he had only sixty-three pounds. He didn’t have rich acquaintances or relatives who could bail him out of a financial crisis of such a serious nature at a short notice. So, the author’s participation in the auction in a high-handed manner demonstrates his audacity combined with absurdity.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Have you won any medals? What are the levels to be accomplished to become an international sportsperson?
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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 our memories filled with?
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How had the author managed the auction without getting involved in the deal?
What came as a shock to the author?
What is the difference between a physical and mental tight corner?
What could have been the best way for the narrator, to get himself out of the tight corner?
What was the bidder’s offer to the narrator?
How did the narrator take advantage of the situation?
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- e.g. sharing and caring
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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 provides these common facilities? Tick the appropriate source.
- Parents
- Educational institutions
- The Department of Education
- Social Service Organizations
- Other agencies
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