In this category, the readers can find the notes of prose lessons
The Adventure by Jayant Narlikar
It is a science fiction. Gangadharpant was a historian. He was also known as Professor Gaitonde. He was travelling by the Jijamata Express. His mind was moving fast. He had arrived at a plan of action. In Bombay, he would go to a big library and look through history books
After Twenty Years is a story of two friends who meet after twenty years at the appointed place and time. I have already published the full study notes of this story here and in this post, I am answering some important questions which are very important
The story “After Twenty Years” by O. Henry’s revolves around the themes of love, trust, expectation, sympathy and sacrifice. It portrays the story of two old friends who made an appointment twenty years ago to see each other again in New York City. They have lived altogether different lives since their days together. What occurs and how they meet will greatly surprise you.
The author’s grandfather was a great lover of animals. He had made a zoo at home in which he would keep animals and gave them a lot of care. In his zoo, one could see a tortoise, a pair of rabbits, a tame squirrel and pet goats. One day he saw a pretty monkey. The monkey was a pet animal of a tonga driver. The tonga driver used to keep the red monkey tied with the feeding trough but it looked extremely tragic there. When the grandfather saw the monkey, he was so fascinated that he purchased the monkey from the tonga driver for a total of five rupees.
“The Scarecrow” tells the story of a man who dismisses his old servant on suspicion of thieving. One day, when he is driving out of town his car runs out of petrol. Forced to wait, the man spies a scarecrow in a field. The scarecrow suddenly stirs to life. It is the old servant who says that he had never committed the crime.
Questions and Answers Of Out of Business Q. 1. What was Rama Rao’s original income? Ans. Rama Rao had a decent income as the Malgudi agent of a gramophone company with its factory somewhere in North India. Q. 2.How did Rama Rao support his family when he earned? Ans. Rama Rao had a decent income … Read more
The protagonist of this story, Rama Rao, inherited money and invested it in a gramophone company to become a Malgudi agent. His business went well for five years, and he earned a lot of money to live a decent and comfortable life with his wife and children. However, things are not turning as well as we always expect.
Dusk by Saki is an interesting short story which revolves around a deftly crafted plot. The story starts on a sceptical note with the musings of a man in an exceptionally critical attitude by the name of Norman Gortsby who is seated on a seat just as dusk had set. The reason behind Gortsby’s present outlook is perhaps the fact that he is a man who has been unsuccessful in life.
The story “Old Man at the Bridge” is set against the background of the Spanish Civil War in 1938. It depicts how wars change our lives, our minds and our daily routine and make us anxious and panicky. The story begins with the portrayal of an old man who was sitting at a bridge.
Long Walk to Freedom Questions 1. Where did the ceremonies take place? Can you name any public buildings in India that are made of sandstone? Ans: The ceremonies took place in the amphitheater of the Union Building of Pretoria. The Parliament House, The Rashtrapati Bhavan and the Supreme Court of India in New Delhi and … Read more
If I Were You by Douglas James “If I Were You” is a fascinating and captivating play by Douglas James. It is loaded with mystery, surprise, suspense and humour. ➡ The Play Begins at Gerrard’s House Where The Intruder Enters The play begins in the lodge of Gerrard. He is a playwright. We find that … Read more
Main Attractions and Facts of The Tempest ➡ The Tempest is said to have been composed in 1610– 11. Since Shakespeare passed away in 1616, also his creation of somewhat later plays like Two Noble Kinsmen is believed to be co-composed with others. The Tempest is viewed as Shakespeare’s last solo work. ➡ The Tempest … Read more
