Question

Read the given extract and answer the questions that follow.

Dev Datt:	Ten days are but a short span in the grand scheme of things. We may still have many more roads to wander before we find employment befitting all four of us.
Ram Datt:	If only we could secure an audience with the King of Ujjain. I am confident he would recognise our talents and appoint us to his service.
Shiv Datt:	I share your belief.
Dev Datt:	Indeed, we ought to be united in this hope. That is why we press on towards Ujjain.
Har Datt:	(Pausing thoughtfully) Gaining an audience with the King is no simple task. We need to devise a strategy.

(i) Identify the false statement from the two given below and rectify it.

1. Dev Datt believes that finding employment is an easy task.
2. Ram Datt is confident that the King would recognise their talents.

(ii) What does Ram Datt’s confidence in gaining the King’s recognition tell us about him?

(iii) Complete the sentence given below with the correct option from those given.

In the line, ‘That’s why we press on towards Ujjain’, the phrase ‘press on’ refers to ______.

1. walking with heavy steps
2. moving forward with determination
3. slowing down frequently for rest
4. stopping briefly to save time

(iv) Har Datt says, “We need to devise a strategy.” What can be inferred about Har Datt’s character from his statement?

1. He is doubtful of their abilities and wants to give up.
2. He is eager to rush into the palace without preparation.
3. He is cautious and thoughtful, preferring to plan ahead.
4. He relies on others to make decisions for the group.

Answer 1

(i) 

A. Dev Datt believes that finding employment is an easy task.

(ii) Ram Datt’s confidence in gaining the King’s recognition tells us that he is confident and optimistic, showing self-belief.

(iii) In the line, ‘That’s why we press on towards Ujjain’, the phrase ‘press on’ refers to moving forward with determination.

(iv) He is cautious and thoughtful, preferring to plan ahead.