Stories From English For Today - Class 9& 10
More Sets of Questions To Practice
Set 1
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) What does Sonabhan's act of releasing Moti after grounding him show about her character in the story Mr. Moti?
(b) How does Ameen prepare for his trip to the bazaar, and what does this reveal about him in the story Mr. Moti?
(c) Who are the main characters in the story The Purple Jar, and what roles do they play?
(d) Why did Shylock initially praise Portia in court before realizing her strategy in The Merchant of Venice?
(e) What does the imagery of spring symbolize in The Story of an Hour, and how does it relate to Mrs. Mallard's emotions?
(f) Why does Sonabhan refrain from talking about the war in the story Mr. Moti, and what does this suggest about her past?
(g) What qualities of Portia make her stand out as a strong character in The Merchant of Venice?
(h) Why is the story titled The Story of an Hour, and how does the title reflect its central theme?
Set 2
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) What was the author's first choice of route before the storm hit in the story The Great Derangement, and why did they change it?
(b) How does the setting of The Purple Jar influence Rosamond's decisions and character development?
(c) What was the purpose of the courtroom trial in The Merchant of Venice, and how did it affect the characters involved?
(d) What change occurs in Sonabhan’s behavior after Moti’s death in the story Mr. Moti, and how does it impact her relationship with Ameen?
(e) What does Mrs. Mallard’s reaction to her husband’s death reveal about her inner thoughts in The Story of an Hour?
(f) How did Portia ensure that justice prevailed in the courtroom in The Merchant of Venice?
(g) How did the author describe the force of the wind during the storm in The Great Derangement, and what effect did it have?
(h) What does Ameen’s decision to leave for the bazaar symbolize in the story Mr. Moti?
Set 3
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) What is the significance of Ameen’s silence at breakfast in the story Mr. Moti, and what does it foreshadow?
(b) How does Sonabhan’s sleeplessness indicate her emotions and worries in Mr. Moti?
(c) What does Rosamond’s regret at the end of The Purple Jar show about her personal growth?
(d) What are the main themes explored in the story The Merchant of Venice?
(e) How is Antonio’s kindness towards Bassanio and others demonstrated in The Merchant of Venice?
(f) What is the overall message of The Story of an Hour, and how does it reflect on marriage and freedom?
(g) How did Mrs. Mallard initially react after hearing the news of her husband’s death in The Story of an Hour?
(h) Why does Sonabhan feel disconnected from her surroundings after Moti’s death in Mr. Moti?
Set 4
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) How does the story Mr. Moti explore themes of loss and growing up through Ameen’s experiences?
(b) How does Sonabhan treat her ducks and chickens in Mr. Moti, and what does it reveal about her personality?
(c) What role does Rosamond’s mother play in The Purple Jar, and how does she try to guide her daughter?
(d) What motivated Shylock to create the bond with Antonio in The Merchant of Venice, and what does this reveal about his character?
(e) Why does Bassanio seek Antonio’s help at the beginning of The Merchant of Venice, and how does this reflect their friendship?
(f) Who told Mrs. Mallard about her husband's death in The Story of an Hour, and how was the news delivered?
(g) Why was Mrs. Mallard treated gently when she was informed about her husband's death in The Story of an Hour?
(h) How did the author feel when the storm was over in The Great Derangement, and how did it change their perspective?
Set 5
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) How does Sonabhan cope with the silence and emptiness after Moti’s death in Mr. Moti?
(b) What is the significance of Moti in the story Mr. Moti, and how does his presence affect Sonabhan and Ameen?
(c) Why did the author not get hurt during the storm in The Great Derangement, and what does this reveal about their experience?
(d) How does the story The Purple Jar end, and what lesson does Rosamond learn?
(e) How does Portia demonstrate her wisdom and intelligence in the courtroom in The Merchant of Venice?
(f) Where does The Merchant of Venice take place, and how does the setting influence the story?
(g) Why did Mrs. Mallard go to her room alone in The Story of an Hour, and what did she experience there?
(h) What was the surprising twist at the end of The Story of an Hour, and how did it impact the story’s meaning?
Set 6
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) Why is Sonabhan’s house described as empty at the end of Mr. Moti, and what does this symbolize?
(b) Why does Sonabhan see Ameen as similar to his late father in Mr. Moti, and how does this affect her emotions?
(c) What does Rosamond initially think the purple jar will do for her in The Purple Jar, and how does this change?
(d) What kind of merchant is Antonio in The Merchant of Venice, and how is he perceived by others?
(e) Why is Antonio respected and loved by the people of Venice in The Merchant of Venice?
(f) Who was with Mrs. Mallard when the news of her husband’s death was delivered in The Story of an Hour?
(g) How did Mrs. Mallard feel after spending time alone in her room in The Story of an Hour, and how did her emotions change?
(h) How did the author’s perspective on the storm change after it passed in The Great Derangement?
Set 7
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) Why does Ameen whistle before leaving for the market in Mr. Moti, and what does this suggest about his state of mind?
(b) What emotions does Sonabhan feel when looking at her sleeping son in Mr. Moti, and how does this reflect her worries?
(c) What did the author learn from experiencing the storm in The Great Derangement, and how did it affect their views?
(d) What does Rosamond’s mother warn her about before buying the jar in The Purple Jar, and why is it important?
(e) Why does Antonio borrow money from Shylock in The Merchant of Venice, and how does this lead to conflict?
(f) How does Shylock react when offered twice the loan amount in The Merchant of Venice, and what does this show about him?
(g) What did Mrs. Mallard think about after realizing her newfound freedom in The Story of an Hour?
(h) How did Mrs. Mallard describe the years ahead of her in The Story of an Hour, and what did this mean to her?
Set 8
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) How does Ameen’s memory of Moti affect him in Mr. Moti, and what does it reveal about his feelings?
(b) Why does Sonabhan hesitate before letting Ameen go to the bazaar in Mr. Moti?
(c) How does Rosamond’s decision to buy the purple jar instead of shoes in The Purple Jar affect her later?
(d) What role does Gratiano play in The Merchant of Venice, and how does he contribute to the plot?
(e) How does Portia test Bassanio’s love for her in The Merchant of Venice, and what does this reveal about their relationship?
(f) How does the sudden death at the end of The Story of an Hour change the meaning of the story?
(g) How did Mrs. Mallard feel after realizing her husband's death was false in The Story of an Hour?
(h) What did the author observe about nature after the storm in The Great Derangement?
Set 9
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) What did Ameen do when he saw the empty ground where Moti used to sit in Mr. Moti?
(b) How does Sonabhan’s view of Ameen change as he grows up in Mr. Moti?
(c) Why does Rosamond ignore her mother’s advice in The Purple Jar, and what does this teach readers?
(d) How does Antonio show selflessness in The Merchant of Venice?
(e) Why does Bassanio reject the gold and silver caskets in The Merchant of Venice?
(f) Why does Mrs. Mallard’s heart problem play an important role in The Story of an Hour?
(g) How does the atmosphere of the house change when Mrs. Mallard is alone in The Story of an Hour?
(h) How did the storm described in The Great Derangement compare to any previous experiences of the author?
Set 10
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) How does Sonabhan’s grief after Moti’s death affect her daily life in Mr. Moti?
(b) What does Ameen’s decision to go to the bazaar symbolize in Mr. Moti?
(c) How does Rosamond’s mistake in The Purple Jar teach an important life lesson?
(d) How does the theme of justice appear in The Merchant of Venice?
(e) How does Bassanio prove he values love more than wealth in The Merchant of Venice?
(f) What does Mrs. Mallard’s reaction to her husband’s return reveal about her thoughts in The Story of an Hour?
(g) How did the storm change the landscape in The Great Derangement?
(h) Why was the storm in The Great Derangement considered unusual?
Set 11
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) How does Ameen’s attitude toward responsibility change by the end of Mr. Moti?
(b) What does Sonabhan’s attachment to Moti show about her personality in Mr. Moti?
(c) What does Rosamond realize at the end of The Purple Jar, and how does it change her perspective?
(d) How does the theme of mercy versus revenge shape the conflict in The Merchant of Venice?
(e) How does Shylock’s demand for a pound of flesh reveal his personality in The Merchant of Venice?
(f) Why does Mrs. Mallard welcome her new independence in The Story of an Hour?
(g) How does the description of destruction in The Great Derangement reflect nature’s power?
(h) How does the author’s perspective on climate change shift in The Great Derangement?
Set 12
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) What does Ameen’s reaction to Moti’s absence show in Mr. Moti?
(b) How does Sonabhan deal with her emotions after losing Moti in Mr. Moti?
(c) What does Rosamond’s disappointment in The Purple Jar teach about decision-making?
(d) How does Antonio’s kindness contrast with Shylock’s behavior in The Merchant of Venice?
(e) What does the choice of caskets in The Merchant of Venice symbolize?
(f) How does irony shape the meaning of The Story of an Hour?
(g) What emotions did the author feel during and after the storm in The Great Derangement?
(h) Why did the author feel powerless in The Great Derangement?
Set 13
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) How does Ameen feel after the events in Mr. Moti?
(b) What does Sonabhan’s behavior show about her love for Moti in Mr. Moti?
(c) How does Rosamond learn from her experience in The Purple Jar?
(d) What does Antonio’s willingness to risk his life say about him in The Merchant of Venice?
(e) How does the idea of mercy influence Portia’s actions in The Merchant of Venice?
(f) How does the ending of The Story of an Hour change its meaning?
(g) How does The Great Derangement highlight the unpredictability of nature?
(h) What did the author reflect on after surviving the storm in The Great Derangement?
Set 14
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) Why does Ameen change after Moti’s death in Mr. Moti?
(b) How does Sonabhan’s past affect her actions in Mr. Moti?
(c) What does Rosamond regret the most in The Purple Jar?
(d) How does Antonio prove his loyalty in The Merchant of Venice?
(e) Why does Bassanio’s choice of the lead casket matter in The Merchant of Venice?
(f) How does the imagery of nature shape The Story of an Hour?
(g) What long-term effects did the storm have in The Great Derangement?
(h) How does the author describe fear in The Great Derangement?
Set 15
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) What does Ameen’s final action in Mr. Moti suggest?
(b) Why does Sonabhan feel guilty in Mr. Moti?
(c) How does The Purple Jar explore childhood mistakes?
(d) Why is the bond between Antonio and Bassanio important in The Merchant of Venice?
(e) How does Shylock’s downfall shape the conclusion of The Merchant of Venice?
(f) How does the news of her husband’s return affect Mrs. Mallard in The Story of an Hour?
(g) What does the storm symbolize in The Great Derangement?
(h) How does the author connect personal experience to global issues in The Great Derangement?
Set 16
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) How does Ameen’s understanding of loss change by the end of Mr. Moti?
(b) Why does Sonabhan continue to think about Moti even after his death in Mr. Moti?
(c) What lesson does Rosamond learn about choices and consequences in The Purple Jar?
(d) How does Shylock’s character develop throughout The Merchant of Venice?
(e) How does Portia’s intelligence influence the outcome of The Merchant of Venice?
(f) How does Kate Chopin use irony to create an unexpected ending in The Story of an Hour?
(g) How does The Great Derangement connect personal experience with climate change?
(h) How does the storm in The Great Derangement serve as a warning about climate disasters?
Set 17
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) What does Ameen’s reaction to Moti’s absence reveal about his character in Mr. Moti?
(b) How does Sonabhan’s relationship with Moti shape the theme of loyalty in Mr. Moti?
(c) What does Rosamond’s regret in The Purple Jar show about human nature?
(d) How does Antonio’s friendship with Bassanio highlight the theme of sacrifice in The Merchant of Venice?
(e) How does Shylock’s treatment by the Christians shape his actions in The Merchant of Venice?
(f) How does Mrs. Mallard’s reaction to her husband’s death challenge traditional gender roles in The Story of an Hour?
(g) What emotions did the author experience during the storm in The Great Derangement?
(h) How does The Great Derangement illustrate the unpredictability of extreme weather events?
Set 18
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) How does Ameen’s character change from the beginning to the end of Mr. Moti?
(b) Why does Sonabhan feel a deep emotional connection to Moti in Mr. Moti?
(c) How does Rosamond’s experience in The Purple Jar reflect the struggles of growing up?
(d) How does Antonio’s generosity affect his fate in The Merchant of Venice?
(e) How does the trial scene in The Merchant of Venice reveal the theme of justice and mercy?
(f) How does Chopin use imagery to reflect Mrs. Mallard’s emotions in The Story of an Hour?
(g) How does the author’s description of destruction in The Great Derangement highlight the power of nature?
(h) What message does The Great Derangement convey about the human impact on the environment?
Set 19
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) How does Ameen’s memory of Moti influence his future actions in Mr. Moti?
(b) What does Sonabhan’s grief over Moti’s death reveal about her personality in Mr. Moti?
(c) How does The Purple Jar illustrate the importance of financial wisdom?
(d) How does Shylock’s punishment reflect the theme of revenge and justice in The Merchant of Venice?
(e) How does Portia’s disguise in The Merchant of Venice highlight themes of intelligence and gender roles?
(f) How does Mrs. Mallard’s newfound independence symbolize freedom in The Story of an Hour?
(g) How does the storm in The Great Derangement serve as a metaphor for climate change?
(h) What lessons about environmental responsibility can be learned from The Great Derangement?
Set 20
Answer any 5 (five) of the following questions from stories.
(a) How does Ameen cope with his feelings of loss after Moti’s death in Mr. Moti?
(b) What does Sonabhan’s attachment to Moti symbolize in Mr. Moti?
(c) How does The Purple Jar teach the value of patience and wise decision-making?
(d) How does Shylock’s downfall in The Merchant of Venice reflect the consequences of revenge?
(e) How does Antonio’s fate in The Merchant of Venice reflect the unpredictability of life?
(f) How does the setting in The Story of an Hour reflect Mrs. Mallard’s emotions?
(g) How does The Great Derangement connect personal experiences with global environmental concerns?
(h) What role does human negligence play in climate disasters, as seen in The Great Derangement?
Answers:
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