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What impressions of Shahid do you gather from the piece?
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How do Shahid and the writer react to the knowledge that Shahid is going to die?
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Look up the dictionary for the meaning of the word ‘diaspora’. What do you understand of the Indian diaspora from this piece?
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“I have done something; oh, God! I've done something real at last.” Why does Andrew say this? What does it mean?
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There lies a great difference between text book medicine and the world of practising physician. Discuss.
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Do you know of any incident when someone has been brought back to life from the brink of death through medical help. Discuss medical procedures such as organ transplant and organ regeneration that are used to save human life.
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Narrate 'The Tale of Melon City' in your own words.
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What impression would you form of a state where the King was 'just and placid'?
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How, according to you, can peace and liberty be maintained in a state?
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Suggest a few instances in the poem which highlight humour and irony.
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‘The Tale of Melon City’ has been narrated in a verse form. This is a unique style which lends extra charm to an ancient tale. Find similar examples in your language. Share them in the class.
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What, according to Russell, is the importance of love in life?
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Comment on the indifference that meets Iona's attempts to share his grief with his fellow human beings.
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What impression of the character of Iona do you get from this story?
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How does the horse serve as a true friend and companion to Iona?
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Discuss the following in pairs
Empathy and understanding are going out of modern society. The individual experiences intense alienation from the society around him or her.
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Discuss the following in pairs
Behind the public face of the people in various occupations is a whole saga of personal suffering and joy which they wish to share with others.
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The story begins with a description of the setting. How does this serve as a fitting prelude to the events described in the story?
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Comment on the graphic detail with which the various passengers who took Iona's cab are described.
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This short story revolves around a single important event. Discuss how the narrative is woven around this central fact.
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