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BUTTON,BUTTON
Q.1. Why did Norma consider the tone and attitude of Mr. Steward offensive? (imp)
Ans: She told Mr. Steward that she was busy but he insisted on having some time. That’s why she did
not like his attitude and was offended.
Q.2. Why did Arthur disagree with his wife? (imp)
Ans: He disagreed with his wife because he considered it immoral to kill someone for the sake of
money. He considered it a murder.
Q.3. Why did Norma try to persuade her husband to agree with her? (imp)
Ans: She wanted to have money to improve their life style. She thought that Mr. Steward’s offer was a
research activity. So, she tried to persuade her husband to agree with her.
Q.4. What were the reasons Norma gave to her husband to accept the offer? (imp)
Ans: She told him that it would make no difference to kill someone unknown. She argued that the offer
was a part of psychological research. She said that money will bring about a prosperous life for them.
Q.5. Why did Mr. Steward continue persuading Norma? (imp)
Ans: He continued persuading Norma because he wanted her to push the button. He believed that she
was curious about his offer.
Q.6. What was the message Norma received on pushing the button?
Ans: She received a call from Lenox Hill Hospital. They told her about the death of her husband in an
accident.
Q.7. What is the significance of Arthur’s life-insurance policy? (imp)
Ans: Arthur’s life insurance policy has great significance for Norma. She would get $ 50,000 in case of
Arthur’s accidental death. This amount will be enough for her to live a better life.
Q.8. Did Norma remain normal on hearing the news of accident of her husband?
Ans: No, she didn’t remain normal. She could hardly walk and breathe. She felt as if her body had
become lifeless.
Additional questions
Q.9. What moral lesson does the story ‘button, button’ teach?
Ans: This story teaches us a lesson that greed can only lead us to a terrible end. One who thinks evil
for others has to face the music.
CLEARING IN THE SKY

Q.1. Why didn’t old man followed the advice of the doctors? (imp)
Ans: He did not follow the advice of the doctors because he had firm belief in God. He thought if he
had sit idle, he would have become weak. Moreover he did not believe in what doctors told him.
Q.2. What had the doctors told the old man?
Ans: They told him not to travel long distances. They told him that he had a few days of his life left.
They advised him to spend these days with his family.
Q.3. Where did the old man take his son? (imp)
Ans: The old man took his son on the top of a high mountain to show him his secret garden.
Q.4. Had the son ever been there before?
Ans: Yes, the son had been there many times except the last three years.
Q.5. What were the names of the vegetables the old man grew on his farm?
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Ans: He grew yams, tomatoes and potatoes on his farm.
Q.6. Why did the old man take the steep path? (imp)
Ans: He took the steep path to measure his physical fitness and health status. It was a way of knowing
that he was getting better day by day.
Q.7. Why did the son at the age of six cry?

Ans: He cried because he lost his wooden plough in a furrow while playing. He loved his plough so
much.
Q.8. What were the feelings of the old man at the age of seventy?
Ans: The old man in the story is really an optimistic person. He wanted to die in harness. He wanted to
see the places he knew and loved. He always recalled the pleasant memories of life. He loved the land
and the things he grew in it.
Q.9. Why did the old man plant his secret garden?
Ans: The old man planted his secret garden because he believed that the things planted in virgin land
had sweet taste and unique flavour.
Q.10. Why did the old man make a fence around the garden?
Ans: The old man fenced the garden to protect it from astray cattle.
Q.11. Why did the old man made so many paths going up the mountain?
Ans: He wanted to know whether he was regaining his health gradually. So, he kept on making steeper
paths as he got healthier. In this way, he kept himself in gradual physical exercise.
DARK THEY WERE AND GOLDEN-EYED
Q.1. Why did Harry want to go back to the Earth? (imp)

Ans: He wanted to go back to the Earth because the Martian climate was strange. It was changing
them all. Moreover, some mysterious and ghostly feelings captured his mind and he decided to go back
to the Earth.
Q.3. What climate did they face on the Mars? (imp)
Ans: They faced dangerous climate on Mars; the harsh wind and severe heat.
Q.4. What was the condition of the Bittering family on hearing the of war on the Earth? (imp)
Ans: They were confused and astonished at hearing the news of war on the Earth. They felt
themselves stranded on that alien planet forever.
Q.5. What did they want to grow?
Ans: They wanted to grow crops, onions and peach. They also wanted to grow their number by
producing children.
Q.6. What was the condition of their house?
Ans: The condition of their house was very bad. Blazing wind at day and dense fog at night destroyed
it.
Q.7. What was the advice Harry gave to the people? (imp)
Ans: He advised the people to build a new rocket to go back to Earth.
Q.8. How dangerous can a Martian virus be? (imp)
Ans: A Martian virus can be very dangerous. It can totally change them.
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THANK YOU Ma’m
Q.1. What was the time when the boy tried to snatch the purse of the woman?
Ans: It was about eleven O’clock at night when the boy tried to snatch the purse of the woman.
Q.2. What happened to the boy when he tried to snatch the purse? (imp)
Ans: When the boy pulled the purse, its strip was swapped with the sudden jerk. As a result the boy
lost his balance and fell on the side-walk.
Q.3. What was the reaction of the woman?
Ans: She simply turned around, kicked the boy the boy to the right square on his blue jeans sitter. She
bent down and gripped the boy by his collar and gave him a few jerks until his teeth rattled.
Q.5. What was the conduct of the people when they saw the incident?
Ans: The incident took place on road. The people did not pay much heed to it. A few of passer by
stopped and turned to look. Anyway , they remained as neutral observers.
Q.6. How did the boy look physically? (imp)
Ans: The boy was a teen ager. He was weak and thin. He was wearing jeans and tennis shoes. He had
frail body and dirty face.
Q.7. What was the condition of the boy when the woman gave him a few jerks?
Ans: When the lady caught the boy and gave him a few jerks, the sweat popped out on his face with
fear. He tried to get free but could not succeed. He got passive at the end.
Q.8. Why did the woman ask the boy to wash his face? (imp)
Ans: The woman wanted the boy to realize the moral ethics and manners. She wanted him to look like
a nice boy before she advises him. So, she asked him to wash his dirty face.
Q.9. Why didn’t the boy run from the house of the woman? (imp)
Ans: The boy did not run from her house because he had got an impression that the woman would not
punish him anymore. He did not want to betray her trust. Moreover, he wanted to satisfy her with good
behavior.
Q.10. Why didn’t the woman watch the boy while preparing a dish?
Ans: She didn’t watch the boy while preparing a dish because she had already given an impression to
the boy that she would not punish him anymore. She wanted to show the boy that she trusted him. So,
she hoped that he would not run.
Q.11. What was the nature of the woman’s job? (imp)
Ans: She worked in a hotel beauty shop. She worked till late at night. She had to deal with all type of
women customers
THE PIECE OF STRING
Q.1. Why did Manana accuse Hubert of picking the lost pocketbook? (imp)
Ans: Mr. Manana had seen Hubert picking up something from the road. He believed that Mr. Hubert
had picked up the very pocket-book. So, he accused him of picking up the lost pocket-book.
Q.2. What did the people think of Hubert when they heard the return of pocketbook by some
other person?
Ans: When the people came to know that the lost pocket-book was returned by someone else, they did
not absolve poor Mr. Hubert. They termed it as a deception by Mr. Hubert. They did not believe him.
Q.3. Why did George give the pocketbook to his employer? (imp)
Ans: George was an uneducated person. He could not read the name of the owner of the pocketbook.
So, he gave it to his employer out of ignorance.
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Q.4. What made Hubert shameful? (imp)
Ans: The delusion of people about him made him shameful. It was disgrace to his ego and self esteem.
This thing grieved him a lot.
Q.5. Why did the people make fun of his innocence? (imp)
Ans: People believed that Mr. Manana could not be wrong. They believed that Mr. Hubert had picked
up the lost pocket-book but he was just not ready to confess. So, they made fun of his arguments.
Q.6. Why did he keep claiming his innocence before his death? (imp)
Ans: Mr. Hubert was very sensitive and touchy fellow. He did not want to die with a spot on his
character. So, he kept claiming his innocence till the last breath.
Q.7. Why didn’t the mayor believe the innocence of Hubert?
Ans: The mayor was not ready to accept that Mr. Manana, who was a credible man in the eyes of the
mayor, would have taken a piece of sting for a pocket-book. So, he didn’t believe in Mr. Hubert’s story
of string.
Q.8. What was the effect of Mr. Hubert’s protesting? (imp)
Ans: His protesting could not win the trust of the people. The people made fun of what he said in his
clarity.
THE REWARD
Q.1. What was the subject discussed at the club? (imp)
Ans: The subject discussed at the club was whether opportunity or determination was needed to
achieve life’s goals.
Q.2. What did Terbut think of Jorken’s argument?
Ans: Jorkens was all for determination. Turbet did not agree with him. He declared that opportunity
played a winning in the arena of life.
Q.3. How did Jorkens convince that a man can become skating champion of the Sahara?
Ans: Jorkens said that a really determined man would raise money somehow or the other. He would
build a skating ring in the Sahara. He would organize a skating competition over there. Ultimately he
would come out as skating champion.
Q.4. How did Gorgios persuade his people to make his country strong? (imp)
Ans: To persuade his people to make his country strong, he urged them to teach acrobatic art to the
young men of his country. He told them that acrobatic art will make them physically strong and sturdy.
These physically fit young men will better defend the court and the right of the nation.
Q.5. What was the view point of the parents of Gorgios? (imp)
Ans: The parents of Gorgios were of the view that an opportunity was necessary for success. They
thought that only determination could do nothing.
Q.6. What were the arrangements made for the function of inauguration?
Ans: The great throne room was turned into a kind of gymnasium. Hurdles were erected on its polished
floor. The swings were hung down the ceiling. The doors and windows were decorated with red and
golden curtains.
Q.7. Describe the scene of inauguration. Write five sentences.
Ans: The men and women were clad in jazz dress. Lights were glittering brilliantly and a band was
playing softly. The door opened with a flood of golden light and the old man appeared in his brilliant
costume. The people gave him red-carpet welcome.
Q.8. What were the feelings of Gorgios on the occasion of inauguration?
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Ans: Naturally, Gorgios was very happy at the realization of his lifelong dream.
Q.9. Did Gorgios use any short cut to achieve his ambition?
Ans: No, he did not use any shortcut to achieve his ambition. He proved his worth after the dedication
and determination of 60 years.
Q.10. What did Terbut think was needed for success in life?
Ans: He thought that the opportunity was needed for success in life.
THE USE OF FORCE
Q.1. What was the condition of the parents on the arrival of the doctor?
Ans: When the doctor reached, the parents were quite upset. They were worried on the illness of their
daughter.
Q.2. What was the behaviour of the girl with the doctor? (imp)
Ans: The girl was violent with the doctor. She was rude and repulsive. She did not cooperate with the
doctor.
Q.3. She had a fever for three days. Hadn’t she?
Ans: Yes, she had fever for three days.
Q.4. Did the girl change her expression when the doctor said, “Does you throat hurt you?”
Ans: The sick girl did not promptly respond to the doctor. Her expression did not change. She
remained silent.
Q.5 Why did the doctor call the sick girl by her first name? (imp)
Ans: The doctor called the child by her first name because he wanted to win her attention. He wanted
to show his closeness to her to get a favorable response from him.
Q.6. Did the sick girl promptly respond to the instructions of the doctor?
Ans: The sick girl did not promptly respond to the doctor. Her expression did not change. She
remained silent.
Q.7. Why did the parents rebuke her?
Ans: The girl was misbehaving with the doctor. She struck at the glasses of the doctor and they fell
several feet away. The parents felt ashamed of this act. That’s why they rebuked her.
Q.8. What was the threat of the doctor to the child if she did not show her throat? (imp)
Ans: The doctor was greatly annoyed at the ill behaviour of the child. He asked her to open his mouth
but she wouldn’t. So, he threatened the child that he would open it by force if she didn’t show her
throat.
Q.9. Why did she break the wooden blade? (imp)
Ans: She had tonsils in her throat. Her throat hurt badly. She didn’t want it to be opened. So, she broke
the wooden blade.
Q.10. What was the condition of the tonsils of the sick girl?
Ans: The condition of the tonsils was alarming. They were covered with membrane, which was the
clear symptom of diphtheria.
Additional Questions
Q.11. Under what circumstances the use of force can be justified?
Ans: The use of force for the solution of the problem is neither good nor desirable. It should be used as
a last option when there is a threat to life of the subject.
Q.12. How did the sick girl look by appearance?
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Ans: The child look beautiful. She was strong and sturdy. She was fully dressed. She had magnificent
long hair, in profusion.
THE GULISTAN OF SA’ADI

Q.1. What was the advice given by Nushirvan to his people? (imp)
Ans: Nushirvan advised his people to be kind and just to others. He advised them to nip the evil in the
bud.
Q.2. What was the remedy suggested by the physicians for the disease of the king? (imp)
Ans: They suggested the king to use the bile of a person with certain qualities to treat his disease.
Q.3. Why did the boy look to the sky and smile?(imp)
Ans: The boy was helpless. He was on the mercy of the King. When he saw to the sky, he was
appealing to God for justice.
Q.4. What should be the role of a Qazi? (imp)
Ans: Qazi is considered the last hope of justice. He is responsible to do justice in every case in order to
keep peace and stability in the society. He should decide the cases on merit.
Q.5. Why did the king weep?
Ans: The king felt ashamed of his selfish and cruel behavior. He moved to tears when he realized that
he was about to shed the blood of an innocent boy.
Q.6. How did the diseased king recover? (imp)
Ans: The king had realized his sense of injustice and cruelty. He forsook the life of the innocent boy.
The spiritual satisfaction of this noble deed became source of King’s recovery.
THE FOOLISH QUACK

Q.1. What is a clump of trees?
Ans: A clump of trees means a group of trees growing together at a place.
Q.2. What was struck in camel’s throat?
Ans: A melon was stuck in camel’s throat.
Q.3. What did the quack pretend to cure?
Ans: The quack pretended to be a doctor. He pretended to cure goiter.
Q.4. What did the quack do with the old woman? How did the quack try to cure the old woman?
Ans: The quack tied a blanket around the neck of the old woman and hit hard with a mallet. As a result,
the poor woman expired at once.
Q.5. What was the result of the cure?
Ans: As a result, the poor woman expired at once.
Q.6. What was the punishment inflicted upon the quack by the villagers? OR How did the
villagers punish the quack?(imp)
Ans: The villagers were seriously annoyed at the death of the old woman. They forced the quack to dig
the grave of the woman. Then they beat him well and turned him out of the village.
Q.7. For whom did the quack dig the grave?
Ans: The quack dug the grave of the old woman who died as the result of his treatment.
Q.8. What did the quack do in the next village? (imp)
Ans: In the next village, he again set himself up for a doctor.
Q.9. Why didn’t the villagers let the old man get cured? (imp)
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Ans: When the quack refused to dig the grave of the old man before he started the treatment, the
villagers realized that he was a man of doubtful ability. So, they did not let him cure the old man.
Q.10. Why did the quack come back to the camel-men?
Ans: He returned to the camel-men to learn the exact method of curing goiter.
A MILD ATTACK OF LOCUSTS

Q.1. What are locusts?
Ans: Locusts are winged insects just like grass hopers. They fly in swarms. They eat up the entire
vegetation.
Q.2. Why did the farmers throw wet leaves on the fire? (imp)
Ans: The farmers threw wet leaves on fire to produce black and acrid smoke. This smoke would
frighten away the insects.
Q.3. What was the desire of every farmer? (imp)
Ans: Every farmer desired that the swarms of locusts should overlook his fields and settle somewhere
else.
Q.4. Did Margaret know what to do to keep the locusts away?
Ans: Margret had not experienced such natural calamity before. She did not know what to do. She just
attended phone calls.
Q.5. What was the condition of trees?
Ans: The trees were teamed with insects. They became leafless and finally their branches weighed to
the round.
Q.6. How did the old Stephen treat the stray locust which he found on his shirt?
Ans: He crushed it between his thumbnails. He found that it was clotted with eggs.
Q.7. Are the hoppers different from locusts?
Ans: Hoppers are the young locusts. They differ from them in size and age. They cannot fly but hop.
Q.8. Did Margaret lose heart on the loss of crops?
Ans: No, she did not lose heart. She faced the natural calamity with patience and courage. She even
encouraged others to face the tragedy.
Q.9. Why are the locusts compared with bad weather? (imp)
Ans: Locusts are compared with bad weather because they, like bad weather does, can spoil the crops.
Both the bad weather and the locusts are changing agents of farmers.
Q.10. Why did the men eat their supper with good appetites? (imp)
Ans: The men had been fighting against the locusts. They were tired and hungry. So, they ate their
supper with good appetite.
Q.11. Why did the farmers want to kill the locusts?
Ans: They wanted to prevent the locusts from settling in their fields. It was because the locusts would
finish all of their crops.
Q.12. What did old Stephen tell Margaret?
Ans: He told Margret that they were finished. The locusts ate every leaf of their farm within half an
hour.
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I HAVE A DREAM
Q.1 What was the cause of Negroes discontentment? (imp)
Ans: Negroes were not given basic human rights. They had no worth and value in the society. They
were treated as slaves. This thing produced discontentment in Negroes.
Q. 2. What are the qualities of veterans of creative suffering? (imp)
Ans: The veterans of creative suffering have the power of faith and hope. They never lose heart. They
are confident of redemption.
Q. 3. What is the dream of Martin Luther King Jr.? (imp)
Ans: Martin Luther has a dream that one day America will become a democratic state in real sense.
People will be judged by the character and not by the colour. Justice, equality and brotherhood will
prevail in the society.
Q.4. What should be the faith of Negroes? How should Negroes continue to work?
Ans: They should have faith in final deliverance. They should continue to work with the faith that
unearned suffering is redemptive.
Q.5. What was the necessity of pleading the case of the Negroes’ freedom?
Ans: Freedom is the basic right of every man. Negroes were treated as slaves. So, there was a need to
speak for their freedom and provision of equal rights to them.
Q.6. What should be the criterion of judgment for a person? (imp)
Ans: A man should be judged by his character. Outward appearance does not endorse the inner self of
a person.
Q.7. Do the Negroes enjoy liberty in all the part of their country?
Ans: No, they do not enjoy liberty in all the part of their country.
Q.8. From which part of the country did the Negroes gather there?
Ans: It was a big show off and gathering of Negroes. They gathered from different parts of the country.
Most of them had come from southern parts of the country
THE GIFT OF MAGI

Q.1. How much did Della save for Christmas?
Ans: She saved one dollar and eighty seven cents for Christmas.
Q.2. Why did she feel proud in the beauty of her hair?
Ans: She felt pride in the beauty of her hair because her silky and golden hair could burn in fire of
jealousy.
Q.3. Why did Della sell her hair? (imp)
Ans: Della loved Jim from the core of her heart. She could not think of celebrating Christmas without
giving a gift to Jim. So, she sold her hair to get money to buy a gift for him.
Q.4. Why did Jim sell the gold watch? (imp)
Ans: Jim loved Della from the core of his heart. He could not think of celebrating Christmas without
giving a gift to Della. So, he sold her gold watch to get money to buy a gift for her.
Q.5. Why did they want to exchange the gifts?
Ans: Presenting gifts on Christmas is a tradition. They wanted to exchange gifts to communicate their
love to each other.
Q.6. Why did Della feel sad on losing her hair? (imp)
Ans: She was greatly proud of her hair. Jim also liked her hair very much. So, she felt sad on losing such
precious thing.
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Q.7. Why did Jim not welcome her when he stepped in?
Ans: As Jim stepped in, he was astonished to see Della without hair. He had sold his gold watch to buy
combs for Della’s hair. Now there was no use of these combs. So, he did not welcome her out of
sadness.
Q.8. What did Jim bring out of his coat?
Ans: He brought out beautiful combs studded with jewels wrapped in a paper from his coat.
Q.9. How beautiful was the gold watch chain?
Ans: The chain was simply made but its true value lay in its pure and rich material.
Q.10. What was the wisdom in selling the most valuable things? (imp)
Ans: Love is blind. It does not count loss or profit of material things. They sold their most valuable
things just to please their beloveds.
Q.11. Who were the Magi?
Ans: Magi were wise men. They came from the East to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. They were
the first who set the tradition of presenting gifts on Christmas. In the story, Della and Jim are called
Magi.
GOD BE PRAISED
Q.1. What was Abul’s full name?
Ans: Abul’s full name was Maulvi Abul Barkat.
Q.2. What was his turban known as and where did it originally come from?
Ans: His turban was known as Mashadi Lungi and it originally came from Mashad in Iran.
Q.3. What did he always carry with him?
Ans: He always carried with him a walking stick, which was bedecked with bands of brass and silver.
Q.4. Describe Maulvi’s appearance. (imp)
Ans: Maulvi had bulging eyes. He wore a turban on his head. He always carried with him a walking
stick. He wore studded rings on his fingers.
Q.5. How much did the Maulvi collect on every Eid? (imp)
Ans: He collected 150 to 200 rupees on every Eid.
Q.6. How much was distributed among the needy and the poor?
Ans: Out of the collection of 150 to 200 rupees, he distributed 40 to 50 rupees among the needy and
the poor of the village.
Q.7. What was the name of his eldest daughter?
Ans: The name of his eldest daughter was Mehrunnisa.
Q.8. What was the name of the member of the District Board where the Maulvi lived?
Ans: The name of the member of the district board where Maulvi lived was Chaudhary Fateh Dad.
Q.9. Write the names of other two daughters mentioned in the story?
Ans: The names of other two daughters of Maulvi are Zabda and Shamsun.
Q.10. How did Shamim Ahmed come to marry Mehrun?
Ans: Nobody could restrain Shamim celebrating his marriage any way he desired. So, he came to marry
Mehrun amidst fireworks with musicians playing gay tunes.
Q.11. Who was Ch. Fateh Dad?
Ans: Ch. Fateh Dad was member of the Distric Board where Maulvi lived.
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OVERCOAT
Q.1. What was the colour of the overcoat of the young man?
Ans: Its colour was brown.
Q.2. How did the young man look like? OR Describe young man’s appearance.
Ans: The young man was quite healthy. His hair was sleek and shiny. He wore side burns. He has thin
moustaches. He was wearing a brown overcoat and green flat hat.
Q.3. Why did the people come out on the Mall? (imp)
Ans: It was very cold in the evening. The people had come out on the Mall to amuse themselves with
the beauties of the evening.
Q.4. Why was the cat shivering?
Ans: The weather was rough and chilly. So, the cat was shivering with cold.
Q.5. Why did the driver of the truck speed away after the accident? (imp)
Ans: The driver realized that something serious had happened. He was afraid of being arrested. So,
took the advantage of darkness and raced away from the scene.
Q.6. Who took the young man to the hospital?
Ans: Some of the passers-by and a traffic inspector loaded the young man in a car and took him to the
nearby hospital.
Q.7. What kind of music was played in one of the restaurants?
Ans: An orchestra was playing in one of the restaurants.
THE ANGEL AND THE AUTHOR- AND OTHERS

Q.1. At what point of journey in his dream did the author hear the throbbing sound of wings?
Ans: The author heard the slow throbbing sound of wings when he was flying up from the
embankment of the river.
Q.2. What does the author like about Christmas? (imp)
Ans: The author likes the spirit of charity, goodness, kindness and brotherhood prevailing at the time
of Christmas. He liked Christmas because Christmas makes everyone good and virtuous.
Q.3. Write down the good deeds the author has admitted are a great joy on Christmas.
Ans: He gave a subscription of ten shelling to the fund for unemployed. He sent his photographs to
charity bazaar. He also sent his old clothes to a sale for charity homes.
Q.4. Why are the noble deeds always a great joy for the author? (imp)
Ans: Good deeds are always a great joy for the author because they are a source of good reward in the
next world. They also give him a sense of satisfaction.
HEAT LIGHTING
Q.1. Why was the girl unable to describe the killer? (imp)
Ans: She could not describe the killer as she had not seen him clearly due to darkness. She had already
seen the corpse of a woman so she had become nervous too.
Q.2. What was condition of the weather? (imp)
Ans: The weather was stormy. It was heavy rain with thundering and lightning.
Q.3. Why did the girl consider the First Man her helper? (imp)
Ans: She was already nervous and upset. She knew that the killer was chasing her. She was looking for
help. As she first met the First man, so she considered him her helper and asked for his help.
Q.4. Did the girl become suspicious of the First Man as the play progresses?
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Ans: No, she did not get suspicious of the First Man in the beginning of the play. Rather she trusted
him.
Q.5. Why did the girl not want to go to the police?
Ans: The girl did not want to inform the police as she was unable to describe the killer. She knew that
the police would harass her by putting unnecessary questions.
Q.6. What were the circumstances that forced her to leave her car?
Ans: It was stormy midnight. Her car ran out of gas on the road. There was nobody nearby to help. So,
she had to leave her car there.
Q.7. Why didn’t she company the second man? Why did girl not accept the offer of the second man
to go with him? (imp)
Ans: The girl considered the second man the killer. She did not want to go with him. So she refused his
offer to go with him.
Q8. Why did the girl ask help from the first man?
Ans: See the answer to question No.3
Q.9. Why did the second man accuse the First man of lying? (imp)
Ans: The first man tried to hide the presence of the girl whom the Second man had already seen
through the glass of the door. So, the second man accused him of lying.
Extra questions
Q.9. How did the Girl realize the truth?
Ans: The girl saw a flashlight in the hands of the First man. It was the same flashlight that she had
dropped on the road. So, she realized that the first man was the killer
A VISIT TO A SMALL PLANET
Q.1. What is the purpose of visit of Kreton? (imp)
Ans: As Kreton says the purpose of his visit is to take the charge of the world He also wants to study
the culture of the earthen people.
Q.2. How did Kreton impress General Powers? (imp)
Ans: Kreton impresses General Powers with extraordinary powers. He reads the thinking of human
minds. He builds an invisible wall around his ship. It is also an impressive thing that he has come to
take
Q.3. What is the role of General Powers in the play? (imp)
Ans: General Powers is the powerful chief of National Guard. His duty is to protect his country from
foreign invasion. He doubts the Kreton to be a spy and wants to arrest him. He tries to overpower him
but stands powerless before Kreton.ver the charge of the world single-handed.
Q.4. Draw a character sketch of Ms. Spelding.
Ans: Mrs. Spelding is a simple and loving lady. She has no interest in national and international affairs.
She becomes worried when the spaceship lands right on her rose-garden. She asks John to ask Kreton
to remove his spaceship from there.
Q.5. What type of life do you foresee in 5000? (imp)
Ans: The life in 5000 would be highly scientific. People may have the ability to read others’ minds.
Space journey will be common. Along with all this progress, there will be a decline of moral values.
Q.6. How damaging is violence in life? Write five sentences.
Ans: Violence is destructive in every respect. It gives birth to terrorism. It breeds a sense of fear in the
people. It destroys peace and order of the society. It is the mother of all wars.
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Q.7. How does Kreton prove his extraordinary powers? (imp)
Ans: Kreton is a wonderful creature. He proves his extraordinary powers in various ways. He tells that
he has come to take over the charge of the world. He reads the minds of the people. He creates a
shield around him and his spaceship. He knows all the languages of the world.
Q.8. What is the theme of Kreton’s study?
Ans: Kreton’s visit to earth is study-based. He wants to study the life and lifestyle of earthen people. He
is especially interested in the study of the current phase of human civilization.
Extra questions
Q.9. What does General powers accuse Kreton of?
Ans: He accuses Kreton of being a spy for another country or planet.
Q.10. Who is John? What does he do? (Any question about John)
Ans: John is a boyfriend of Ellen, the daughter of Mr. Spelding. He is a farm owner. He grows English
walnuts there. Mr. Spelding does not like him for lazy nature. He loves Ellen and both want to marry.
Q.11. Who is Ellen? OR Write a note on Ellen.
Ans: Ellen is a young girl of twenty. She is the daughter of Mr. Spelding. She is a devoted lover of John,
a farm owner. She is vocal and well-read.
Q.12. What are views of Kreton about Earthen people? OR Why does Kreton call earthen people ‘the
poor fragile butterflies’?
Ans: Kreton thinks that the earthen people are very weak before his own people. He says that earthen
people have to die one day. We have no control over time. So, he calls the earthen people poor fragile
butterflies.
THE OYSTER AND THE PEARL
Q.1: Where does the play take place?
Ans: It takes place in Harry’s shop in OK-by-the. Sea, California, population 909.
Q.2: Why is Harry sitting in barber’s chair?
Ans: Harry is having his haircut. Therefore, he is sitting in the barber’s chair.
Q. 3: According to Harry how one can bring merriments to the tired old human hearts?
Ans: Harry thinks that one can bring merriments to the tired old hearts by composing a symphony,
painting a picture, writing a book or inventing a philosophy.
Q. 4: What is Harry’s philosophy? (impotant)
Ans: His philosophy is “take-it-easy way”.
Q. 5: How much did Harry pay for his barber’s shop? How long has Harry been in OK-by-the-Sea?
Ans: He bought the shop in 75 dollars. He has been living in O.K-by-the-Sea for twenty-four years.
Q. 6: How many barbers are there in O.K-by-the-sea?
Ans: Except Harry, there is no other barber in O.K-by-the-sea?
Q. 7: How much does Harry charge for the haircut?
Ans: He charges one dollar for the haircut but he often takes half or a quarter.
Q. 8: Where is Clay going?
Ans: He is going to the beach to find something special.
Q. 9: Why does Clay need money? (important)
Ans: He needs money to bring his father back. He also wants to give a gift to his mother.
Q. 10: What has happened to Clay’s father? (important)
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Ans: Clay’s father is a poor man and he cannot fulfill the basic needs of his children. His wife always
quarrels with him for this reason. Therefore, he has left the house and has gone to Salinas to earn
money.
Q.11: What has Clay put in the local paper?
Ans: In his ad Clay requests his father to return home. His family is missing him a lot.
Q. 12: Who is Miss McCutcheon? How does she fell about her job?
Ans: She is a new teacher at the school of O.K.-by-the-Sea. She is unhappy about her job because
the children do not take her seriously.
Q. 13: What is Miss McCutcheon looking for? How does she feel about the children of the town?
Ans: She is looking for the children to examine their interests and habits. She does not feel good about
the children of the town because they are careless and do not take her seriously.
Q. 14: What does Harry advise her to do? (important)
Ans: He advises her to go back to San Francisco. He thinks that she is a young and pretty girl who needs
excitement. He also asks her to marry a young man.
Q. 15: What kind of haircut does Miss McCutcheon want?
Ans: She wants poodle haircut.
Q. 16: Can Harry give a poodle haircut?
Ans: No, he cannot give a poodle haircut.
Q,17: What does Miss McCutcheon think that a poodle haircut will do for her appearance?
Ans: She wants to change her appearance by poodle haircut. She thinks that this haircut will make her
simple and plain. Then she will easily adjust herself to the surroundings.
Q.18: Where has Clark Larrabee been? How does he get to O.K.-by-the-sea?
Ans: He is working in Salinas. He comes to O.K.-by-the-sea by truck.
Q.19: What does Clark give Harry? For what purpose?
Ans: Clark gives Harry thirty dollars to give them to Clay so that Clay could give the money to his
mother.
Q. 20: How far is it to Hollywood from O.K.-by-the-sea?
Ans: Hollywood is about two hundred miles away from O.K.-by-the-sea.
Q. 21: What work does the man do?
Ans: He is a writer.
Q. 22: What did Clay find near black rock? (important)
Ans: He found one oyster near a black rock.
Q. 23: What does Clay believe in the oyster? How much is it worth?
Ans: Clay believes that there is a pearl in the oyster worth of two to three hundred dollars.
Q. 24: Does Miss McCutcheon believe that there is a big pearl in the oyster?
Ans: No, she does not believe that there is a big pearl in the oyster?
Q.25: Why does Miss McCutcheon have a chair with three legs?
Ans: Like many other people she has brought this chair from the beach. She does not mean to use it.
Q. 26: What kind of judge is Judge Applegarth?
Ans: He is not judge of any court. Once he judged the dogs at the county fair that gave him the name
of judge Applegarth.
Q. 27: What year is it?
Ans: It is 1953.
Q. 26: What does Greely have in a bottle?
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Ans: He has sea water in the bottle.
Q. 29: Who suggests that they should open the oyster?
Ans: Miss McCutcheon suggests that they should open the oyster.
Q.30: Why do they want Wozzeck to come? (important)
Ans: Wozzeck is a watch repairer, therefore, they think that he can open the oyster without damaging
its pearl.
Q.31: How does Harry describe the inhabitants of O.K.-by-the-sea? (important)
Ans: Harry says that poor families live in the town. Every family has garden and children. They do not
have jobs and earn their living mostly by selling vegetables and eggs. Those who get the job can
work only two months. A few get the pension.
Q. 32: How does Miss McCutcheon view Harry’s thinking about the pearl in the oyster?
Ans: She thinks that Harry is encouraging people to tell a lie. Instead, he should show the people reality
that there is no pearl in the oyster.
Q. 33: Why does judge think that Miss McCutcheon will not last a teacher? What kind of teacher
does he think they needed?
Ans: He thinks that she is young and beautiful and can’t control the children. He favors an old e Q. 34:
Q. 34:What is Applegarth complain about the sea? (important)
Ans: He complains that the quality of stuff washed up by sea is not good.xperienced teacher to teach a
nd control the children.
Q. 35: What kind of gadget does the writer describe?
Ans: He describes the gadget that is found in New York. He says that it is like a safety razor and with its
help anyone can have his haircut.
Q.36: Who buys the oyster? How much does he pay?
Ans: The writer buys the oyster for three hundred dollars.
Q. 37: Does the writer open the oyster? Why not?
Ans: He does not open the oyster. He believes that the pearl is growing. But the fact is this that he buys
the oyster only to help the poor family. He knows that there is no pearl in the oyster but the whole
story is itself a pearl.
Q. 38: Why does Clark Larrabee return?
Ans: After reading the ad in the newspaper he realizes the worries of his family and decides to return
his home.
Q. 39: What does the writer do with the oyster?
Ans: The writer turns it in his fingers and watches it carefully. After that, he puts it into his pocket.
POEMS
THE RAIN
Write the critical appreciation of the poem?
Ans: The poem shows the lovely effect of rain. The poet highlights the delightful aspect of rain on
plants and humans. Rain produces sweet music. The sun shines brightly after the rain.
How can a rainy day be enjoyed?
Ans: We should enjoy the falling rain. The sun shines bright after the rain. The whole atmosphere is
washed. We can enjoy all this on a rainy day.
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS
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Q 1: What is meant by rich leaves?
Ans: The rich leaves mean the thickly growing leaves.”Rich leaves”
Q 2: What is meant by “the poor” in the poem, “The Rain”?
Ans: The top leaves are growing in plenty. They are thick. The lower leaves are growing thin. They are
less in number. Therefore, they are poor.
Q 3: How does rain water fall on the poor leave?
Ans: It rains heavily on the top thick (rich) leaves. The top rich leaves pass on the rain water drop after
drop onto the lower thin(poor) leaves.
Q 4: How does the sun rise after rain?
Ans: After the rain, the sun shines bright. It spreads lovely wondrous light It makes every dark thing
bright with its
Q 5: How does the scenery look after rain?
Ans: After the rain, the atmosphere is washed. The sun shines bright. Every dark thing becomes bright
in the lovely sunshine.
Q 6: Write the main idea/theme of the poem, “The Rain”.
Ans: The rain falls on leaves. It produces sweet music. From the top leaves, the rain water falls drop
after drop on the lower leaves. The sun shines bright after the rain It becomes a lovely sight.
Q 7: What kind of feelings does the rain create?
Ans: The poem shows the lovely effect of rain. Rain refreshes plants as well as humans. It creates
delightful feelings in the hearts of people.
Q 8: Why does the poet call the upper leaves the rich leaves?
Ans: The rich leaves mean the thick growing leaves. As the upper leaves are growing thick, the poet
calls them the rich leaves.
Q 9: What is the symbolic importance of the poem “Rain”?
Ans: Here rain symbolizes the blessings of Allah. The rich leaves stand for rich people and poor leaves
for poor people. Allah has blessed rich people with riches. They must give some money to the poor.
NIGHT MAIL
Q 1: What is meant by Night Mail?
Ans: It means the train that brings mail.
Q 2: What does the “Night Mail” bring?
Ans: it brings cheques and the postal orders.
Q 3: For whom does the “Night Mail” bring mail?
Ans: It brings mail for everyone. It brings letters for the rich and for the poor. It brings letters for the
shop at the corner and for the girl at the next door.
Q 4: How do the birds see the train?
Ans: They turn their beaks to see it.
Q 5: From where do the birds see the train?
Ans: They see the train from their bushes.
Q 6: What is the reaction of the birds at the arrival of the train?
Ans: At the arrival of the train, the birds keep sitting in the bushes. They do not fly in fright. They just
turn their beaks and see the train.
Q 7: What is the reaction of the sheep-dog on the arrival of the train?
Ans: It shows no reaction. It continues to take a rest on its paw.
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Q 8: Why does the sheep dog show no reaction on the arrival of the train?
Ans: It knows that it can neither bite the train not turn Its course. Therefore It is useless to bark and
run after it. So he continues to sleep.
Q 9: What happens when the train passes by the farm?
Ans: When it passes by the farm, it awakes no one. Only the jug in the bedroom
begins to shake a bit.
Q 10: By which places and things does the night mail pass?
Ans: It climbs oh slopes. It passes by the cotton fields, grassy fields, moorland and through farms. It
passes by sleeping dogs and the birds sitting in the bushes.
Q 11: Write the central idea/theme of the poem, “Night Mail”?
Ans: The Night Mail brings mail. It climbs up the slope easily. It passes by cotton fields, grassy lands and
moorland. It whistles and emits smoke. It eats up miles silently.
Q 12: Write the critical appreciation of the poem “Night Mail”
Ans: The poem narrates the journey of a Night Mail. It describes the things by which the Night.
Q 13: What is the effect of the Night Mail on the farm life?
Ans: The Night Mail do not affect the farm life. The people living on the farm are not disturbed by its
noise. They continue to sleep. Only the jug in the bedroom begins to shake a bit.Mail passes. It also
tells us about the effect of train on various things.
LOVELIEST THE TREE, CHERRY NOW
Q1: Which fruit is mentioned in the poem?
Ans: The fruit mentioned in the poem is “Cherry”.
Q2: What time of the year is mentioned in the first stanza?
Ans: The time mention in me first stanza is Easter tide. It is spring.
Q3: Read the second stanza carefully and write how old is the poet?
Ans: The poet is twenty years old.
Q4: What is the poet saying in the last stanza of the poem?
Ans: The poet hopes fifty years more. He says that life is too short to enjoy the things in bloom. So, he
would go to the forest to see cheery covered with white flowers.
Q5: What is hanging along the boughs of cherry?
Ans: The cherry is in full bloom. White flowers are hanging along the boughs of cherry.
Q6:Where is the cherry growing?
Ans:It is growing about the woodland ride.
Q7:What is meant by woodland ride?
Ans: It means the path trodden by the horse riders. The path passes through
the woods.
Q8:Why does the poet decide to go to the jungle?
Ans: The poet decides to go to the, jungle to enjoy the the beauties of nature. There he would be able
to see many things within the little available time.
Q9:Write the central idea/theme of the poem?
Ans: The cherry is in full bloom. The poet says that ilk is too short to enjoy the things in bloom.
Therefore, he decides to go to the woods to enjoy nature.
O WHERE ARE YOU GOING
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i. What Kind of feelings does the poet create in the mind of readers?
Ans: The poet gives us the lesson of courage and valor. He urges us not to be afraid of the troubles of
the world. The fears are for the cowards only. He urges us to
take bold steps.
ii. What do you feel after reading the poem?
Ans: We feel excited. We get ready to take bold steps. We become courageous and brave. We learn
that we should not be cowards.
iii. What does the title of the poem signify?
Ans: The title of the poem signifies a sense of alarm. We suddenly feel that we are going in the wrong
direction and someone is trying to stop us.
iv. Write down the rhyming words in the poem.
Ans: “burn, return”; “pass, grass”; “trees, disease”; “fearer, there”.
V. Explain the third stanza of the poem In your own words?
Ans: The horrified man reminds the traveler of a bird, a horrible shape that they had seen. He says that
the ghost would follow him. He tells him that the spot on his skin is a horrible disese. He tries to stop
him from going onward.
ADDITIONAL QUESTION
Q1: Whom does the reader represent?
Ans: He represents cowards who always fear to take brave steps.
Q2: Whom does the rider represent?
Ans: He represents brave men who are ever ready to take daring steps.
Q 3: What does the reader tell about the gap?
Ans: He says that there is a gap on the way. It is very wide. None could jump over it. Those who tried to
cross it fell into it. So the gap became their grave.
Q 4: Can the Reader stop the Rider from undertaking his adventure?
Ans: The Reader cannot succeed in stopping the Rider from undertaking his adventure. The Rider
remains fearless and goes to his destination.
Q 5: Does the rider finally have his adventure or not?
Ans: He does not follow the advice of the reader and takes his adventure. He leaves all the fears for the
reader and goes to his destination.
Q 6: Write the central idea/theme of the poem?
Ans: It is a story of courage. A coward tries to stop the brave man from having an
adventure. But the adventurer rejects his advice and goes his journey.
Q 7: What does ‘the reader’ tell ‘the rider about the valley?
Ans: The reader tells the rider that the valley becomes fatal when the furnaces burn. He means to say
that the valley becomes hot like a furnace when the sun shines.
Q 8: How does the reader frighten the rider?
Ans: The reader tries to frighten the rider by telling him about a fatal valley, a dunghill, a big gap,
darkness, rough trick, ghosts diseases and lack of eatables.
Q 9: Who are the two imaginary persons personified In the poem?
Ans: There are two persons mentioned in the pom. One is the reader and the other is the rider. The
reader represents cowards and the rider rider represents brave men.
Q 10: Point out the qualities of the rider?
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Ans: The rider is a brave person. He wants to go to his destination. The reader tries to frighten him but
the rider remains fearless. The rider finally undertakes his adventure.
Q 11: Point out the qualities of the reader?
Ans: The reader is a coward. He does not take any risk. He is afraid of the unseen
things even. He rather tries to frighten others.
Q 12: How does the fearer tries to frighten the farer?
Ans: The fearer says that the farer would face darkness, lack of food and water on the way. He would
have to walk on the rough grass or on stones. In this way the fearer tries to frighten the farer.
IN THE STREET OF FRUIT STALLS
Q1: What are the feelings of the poet standing in the Dark?
Ans:The poet is sad and gloomy. He is standing in the dark street He is pondering over the hard
realities of life.
Q 2:Why has the poet used ‘cannonballs’ to describe the fruits?
Ans: The poet is sad. He is aware of the pains of life. He takes no interest in the charms of life. Even the
glowing fruits look like ‘cannon balls’ to him.
Q1: Which fruit have been mentioned in the poem?
Ans:Melon, guava and mandarin are mentioned in the poem.
Q 2: How do the fruit look?
Ans: They look like cannonballs.
Q 3: Who come to buy fruit?
Ans: Dark children come there to buy fruit.
Q 4: What are the dark children carrying?
Ans: They are carrying coins.
Q 5: What happens when the children break the fruit?
Ans: The silvery and golden juices begin to flow from the fruit.
Q 6: What happens to the children when the fruit juice flow?
Ans: Their mouths, fingers, cheeks, noses and chins become wet with juice. Then they begin to glow
with the juice.
Q 7: Where is the poet standing?
Ans: He is standing in the dark street. It means he faces the hard realities of life.
Q 8: Write down the theme/central idea of the poem?
Ans: The poem tells us that the world is full of troubles. But there are a few joys as well. The children
are innocent. They enjoy themselves and forget the pains of the world.
Q 9: What things in the poem refer to the joys of the world?
Ans: The glow of the lamp, the glowing faces of children, gold and silvery pulp of fruit all refer to the
joys of the world.
Q 10: What things in the poem refer to the sorrows of the world?
Ans: The dark night. cannonballs, dark dew, dark children, and the dark street all refer to the sorrows
of the world.
Q 11: How do children enjoy the fruit?
Ans: The children eat fruit. The juice of the fruit wets their fingers, mouths, cheeks, noses and chins.
They begin to low like the lantern. In this way they enjoy eating fruit.
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Q12: Describe the scene at the fruit street?
Ans: It is a night time. Many fruits have been stalled in the street. A lamp is burning there. Some black
children come there, buy fruits and eat them.
Q13: Why do Children forget the troubles of the world?
Ans: Children enjoy eating fruit. The activity is full of joy for them. They enjoy themselves and forget
the troubles of the world.
Q14: How does the poet describe the fruits piled in the street?
Ans: Some fruits i.e. melon, guava and mandarin are piled in the street of fruit stalls. These piles are in
the form of pyramids. The fruit look like cannonballs. They glow, red and gold in the red lamp light.
SINDHI WOMEN
Q1: What did the poet reflect when he saw the woman?
Ans: The poet reflects that only those who carry the load of life can walk gracefully. He thinks that
hardships polish man. Man should learn to do his duties honestly.
Q2: What is the main idea of the poem?
Ans: The poet sees a Sindhi Woman. She is carrying a jar on her head. There is no ripple in her walk.
The poet concludes that only those who carry the load of life can walk gracefully.
Q3. What kind of a picture of the Karachi slums do we get after reading the poem?
Ans: It is a place where there are lying stones. The heaps of garbage are lying here and there. The
pieces of broken glasses are also lying there.
Q 1: Where from does the Sindhi woman pass?
Ans: She pass through the bazaar. She walks gracefully. She crosses stones, garbage, and crumbs of
glass in Karachi slums.
Q 2: What is Sindhi woman wearing in her feet?
Ans: She is bare footed. She is wearing no shoes.
Q 3: What is the most appealing quality of Sindhi woman? OR Which quality of the Sindhi woman
appeals to the poet?
Ans: The most appealing quality of Sindhi woman is that she walks gracefully. Though she carries a jar
on her head, there is no ripple in her walk This quality of the Sindhi woman appeals to the poet.
Q 4: What does the Sindhi woman cross?
Ans: She passes through stones, garbage, excrement and crumbs of glass in Karachi slums.
Q 5: What is the condition of the poet’s body?
Ans: The poet has a stooping back. It is bent by time.
Q 6: What does the poet reflect about the Sindhi woman?
Ans: He thinks and understands that those who do their duty well are successful In life.
Q 8: What is the theme/central idea of the poem, 'Sindhi woman'?
Ans: The poem shows the dignity of labor. It tells us that those who do their duty well are successful in
life. Those who are hard working are respected everywhere.
Q 9: How does the Sindhi woman walk?’
Ans: She walks gracefully. She walks with her head erect She walks with steady steps. There is no ripple
in her walk.
Q 10:Who walk with their heads erect?
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Ans: The poem tells us that those who carry the weight of life gracefully walk with their heads erect. It
means that those who do their duty honestly are blessed with grace and honor.
Q 11: Decode the problems of Karachi slums?
Ans: Karachi slums stand for the troubles of life. Life is full of difficulties and problems. Those who do
their duties despite these problems are honored in life.
Q 12: What are the qualities of Sindhi woman?
Ans: Sindhi woman .is a hard working woman. She walks gracefully with her head erect. Though she
walks through slums and is carrying a jar on her head, there is no ripple in her walk.
TIMES
Q 1: What is Ecclesiastes?
Ans: It is a book of the Bible. It is attributed to Solomon. It consists largely of reflections on the vanity
of human life. Is there a fixed time to do a thing’ Yes, under the heaven, there is a fixed time to do a
thing.
Q 2: What is the message/theme of the poem of ‘Times’?
Ans: The poet says that there is a suitable time to do a thing. The poem teaches that we should do
every hing at its proper time. But we must also remember the God decides everything.
Q 3: Why is ‘Time’ important for every work?
Ans:The poet says that time is very important. We should do everything at its proper moment;
otherwise our efforts will go waste.
OZYMANDIAS
Q /1: What is the theme/moral/message of the poem`Òzymandias``?
OR
What moral lesson do we learn from the poem`Òzymandias``?
OR
What kind of feelings does the poem`Òzymandias``creat in the reader’s mind?
Ans: The poet suggests that death is a great leveler. It puts an end to all type of honour, glory and
pride. All feelings of superiority in man are only an illusion. Man should live in humble manner. He
should become a humble servant of Allah.
Q /2: What did the traveler see in the desert?
Ans: The traveler saw the statue of a king in a desert. Its legs were standing in sand. The face was all
broken.
Q /3: Who was Ozimandias?
Ans: Ozimandias was a great king. He ruled the people with full power and glory. He was very proud.
Q /4: Who wrote the poemÒzymandias`?
Ans: The poem Òzymandiasìs written by P.B.Shelley.
THE FEEDS
Q /1: What does the sparrow hold in her beak?
Ans: The sparrow is holding a grain of millet in her beak. The mother bird wants to feed them with
millet.
Q /2: How do little sparrow look like when they cry?
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Ans: They are small and tiny. They are beaks when they cry.
Q /3: How many young ones of a sparrow are to be fed?
Ans: Ten young ones are to be fed.
Q /4: What is the dilemma of the mother sparrow?
OR
What is the problem of the mother sparrow?
Ans: The mother sparrow has only one grain of food. All her young ones are hungery.She could not
decide whom she should feed and whom she should solace.
Q /5: What is the number and size of the sparrow’s young ones?
Ans: There are ten young ones in the nest of sparrow. They are small and tiny.
Q/6: What has the poet described in the poem?
Ans: The poet has described the love of a mother for her young ones. He has also described the
condition of the young ones after their birth. The young one`s are very weak and helpless. They rightly
need the love of their mother.
THE HALLOW MEN
Q /1: What is the theme of the poem?
Ans: The people of our world are hollow without any good knowledge about life. We do not express
any fine ideas to each other. We are without proper purposes and plans. Our movements and actions
are without meaning.
Q /2: Why does the poet call modern men as hollow men?
Ans: Modern men are hollow men. They lack true knowledge and wisdom. They follow each other
blindly. They do not have proper purposes and plans.
Q /3: What do the stuffed men mean?
OR
Why does the poet call us ``stuffed men``?
Ans: The poet calls us the stuffed men because we do not have original and independent ideas. We do
not possess fine feelings.
Q/4: How do our sounds look like according to the poet of ``The Hollow Men``?
Ans: The voices of hollow men are dried. They whisper only. Their voices have lost their inspiring tone.
Q/5: Why does the poet call the people of his age` head pieces filled with straw`?
Ans: The poet calls the people of his age `head pieces filled with straw` because their heads do not
contain fresh ideas and views.
LEISURE
Q/1: How is our life worthless/useless?
“OR”
What sort of life is a poor life according to W.H.Davis?
“ OR”
What is the poet trying to say in the last two lines of the poem ‘Leisure`?
Ans: The poet says that life becomes poor if we do not have enough time to look at the beauty of
nature. We are busy either in earning or spending. Our life is full of worries and fears.
Q /2: How are streams full of stars in daylight according to the poet?
Ans: The streams full of stars look like the skies at night.
Q /3: Explain personification in the poem?
Ans: In the poem Leisure’, ‘beauty` has been personified. Here this word stands for a beautiful woman.
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Q /4: When does life become useless/worthless?
“OR”
What is this life if full of cares/worries according to the poet?
Ans: Life becomes useless when it is full of worries and we do not have time to enjoy the beauty of
nature. Such a life is a poor life.
Q/5: What is the main/ central idea/theme of the poem’ Leisure``?
Ans: The main idea of the poem is that modern civilization has deprived man of two things.
First, it has deprived him of freedom and secondly it has made him greedy. He has no time to enjoy the
beauty of nature.
RUBI’YAT
Q /1: Who was Abraham (AS)?
Ans: Abraham was the prophet of Allah. He was completely fallen in the love of God. He was the
picture of patience and sacrifice.
Q /2: What is worse than slavery?
“OR”
How is it to have no faith, according to Iqbal?
Ans: To have no true faith in Allah Almighty is worse than slavery. A slave always obeys his master and
a man should also worship his creator.
Q /3: Who cannot compete with the culture or civilization of Mekka?
Ans: The European nations cannot compete with the culture or civilization of Mekka.It has no centre.
The Western people are idle and slavish in their thinking.
Q /4: What has made the efforts of Muslims fruitless?
Ans: The loss or lessening of faith in God and attachment for other (Western) nation has made the
efforts of Muslims fruitless.
Q /5: What is the moral lesson which Allama Iqbal wants to convey in the poem?
Ans: The moral is that we should understand our duties as Muslims. We should develop true faith in
God and follow His orders.
Q /6: What does Dr.Iqbal say about the miserable condition of the Muslims?
Ans: The Muslims do not love God fully. They are not united. They have lost their mental peace. They
have lost the spiritual passion. Their feelings are skin-deep.
Q/7: Point out the two factors which according to Allama Iqbal are causes of downfalls of
the Muslims?
Ans: First the Muslims are not united. They have fallen prey to conflicts. Second, they have lost the
mental peace and spiritual passion. Their feelings are skin-deep.
A TALE OF TWO CITIES
Q /1: Why do the people look powerless and helpless?
Ans: The people look powerless and helpless because they cannot defend against Great War. The
effects of a war spread everywhere.
Q /2: Under what circumstances the victims had to pass through?
“OR”
Describe the scene of devastation (great destruction)?
Ans: A large number of people were killed, burnt and crushed. Their properties were destroyed. Two
atomic explosions destroyed the cities, Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Q /3: What is the moral lesson of the poem?
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Ans: The moral lesson is that wars should be banned. All atomic weapons should be destroyed. All
problems should be solved through peaceful means.
Q /4: How did the Japanese recreate their glory after the atomic attack / Great War?
OR
How did the Japanese bear / face the pains of black day / atomic attack?
OR
What have the Japanese done out of the ashes, according to the poet in the poem?
Ans: The Japanese were great people. They bore / faced the pains of black day / atomic attack with
courage and raised the two cities to utmost glory with their hard work. They rose again and became
the world economic power.
MY NEGHIBOUR FRIEND
Q /1: When does a person remember God?
Ans: A person remembers God, when he is in trouble. When crisis overpower him, he kneels before
God who is very powerful. He requests Him to help him in trouble.
Q /2: What is the effect of the death scene?
Ans: The death scene makes everybody shocked .He remembers God.
Q /3: Why does a person feel helpless on the death of a friend?
Ans: A person feels helpless on the death of a friend because he knows that he will never come back
again. The death of a friend is very shocking. Death does not spare anybody.
Q /4: What does flare up flames in the heart to height?
Ans: The death of friend flare up flames of shock and grief in the heart.
Q /5: Without whose love Bulla Shah faces a loss?
Ans: Bullah is a great devotee of God. Love of God is the greatest wealth and treasure of his life.Bullah
is in loss without the love of God.
HE CAME TO KNOW HIMSELF
Q /1: Why does the poet emphasis on how to know oneself?

Ans: The poet asks us to know our identity. We can know our identity if we love God .We shall discover
the beauty of universe if we know our true identity.
Q /2: What makes one entangled (involved) in love?
Ans: When a man knows himself, he comes very close to God. He knows that God is the creator of the
wonderful universe. He falls in love with God.
Q /3: Why did Mansur mount the gallows?
Ans: Mansur mounted the gallows because his heart to glow with Divine Light. He forgot himself. The
people could not understand him.
Q /4: What is the bare Truth?
Ans: The bare truth is that life on earth is temporary. Death puts an end to everything. We must love
God on earth.
Q /5: What is the poet saying about his sojourn (brief or short stay) on earth in the last line?
Ans: he poet says that man`s stay on earth is quite temporary. Death puts an end to everything. We
must love God on earth.
Q /6: For what purpose man has alighted from heaven in Sachal Sarmust`s opinion
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Ans: According to the poet, Allah lives in the form of love in the hearts of pious humans. Thus their
hearts began to glow with Divine Light.
GOD ATTRIBUTES
Q /1: How many attributes of God are mentioned in the poem?
Ans: Three attributes of God are mentioned. These are `seeing, ` `Hearing,` and ’ Knowing.`
Q /2: What makes one scared (frightened of) sinning?
Ans: God is `seeing`. He sees everyone all the time. This stops one from sinning.
Q /3: What are the effects of the attributes/qualities of God?
Ans: The effects of God`s attributes or qualities are very positive. They make us a according to the
meaning of these qualities. Then we do good deeds. We try to live nobly.
Q /4: Mention three more attributes of God.
Ans: GHAFFAR-the Great Forgiver
AL-MOMIN-the Protector
WADOOD-the Loving
Q /5: How do these attributes help in refining the character of a person?
Ans: `Ghaffar` means the Great Forgiver. We, thus, also try to forgive others. Àl-Momin`
means the Protector. We, thus, sure that God will protect us. `Wadood` means the
Loving .This name makes us love and like others.
Q /6: God calls himself ``Hearing``. How does this attributes of God help one in daily speech?
Ans: When we come to know that God is all Hearing. We do not use foul language against any other in
our daily speech.
Q /7: Do you think these attributes of God are remembered and kept in mind by us in our
daily routine work?
Ans: Most of us do not remember these attributes ‫ اوصاف‬of God in our daily life. We
cheat ‫ دھوکہ‬others. But the pious ‫نیک‬people remember them and keep them in mind in their daily
routine work.
Q /8: Write down a few sentences for each of the attributes of God given below with reference
to the present lifestyle.
1 `Seeing to the end`
2 `Hearing to the end`
3 `Knowing to the end`
Ans: `Seeing to the end’: God sees everything all the time everywhere. So we should act nobly and
work honestly.
`Hearing to the end’: God hears everything that we say anywhere and at any time. So we should talk
well
`Knowing to the end’: God knows everything that we do anywhere at any time. We should act
according to His rules and laws.
THE DELIGHT SONG

Q /1: What do you understand when the poet says,’ I am the shadow that follows a child`?
Ans: Children are innocent. Here poet means to say that he loves children so much that he remains
with them as a shadow and enjoys their innocent voices and action.
Q /2: How can the crust (hard upper surface) of the snow glitter?
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Ans: The crust of the mountain covered with snow glitters when the rays of the sun fall on it. It is a
common sight in nature, on we enjoy it.
Q /3: What is the dream of the poet?
Ans: The whole poem is the poet`s dream. He wants to have good relation with everything which is
beautiful and fruitful. He wants to be at harmony with everything of nature.
Q /4: What is the effect of man`s good relation with the earth anSd the lords?
OR
How does the poet express his feelings of happiness in the poem?
Ans: Man`s good relations with the earth and with the lords make him happy and active. His life
becomes beautiful and fruitful.
Q /5: What are the things that keep a person alive?
Ans: Everything that is beautiful and fruitful keeps man alive.
Q /6: Pessimist and optimist are two words which describe the state of mind of a person who is
hopeful and another who is in despair?
OR
Can you tell which of the two states of the mind go well with this poem?
Ans: Pessimism is to look at the dark aspect of something; while optimism is to look at the bright
aspect of it. The poet is happy. He has good relations with all that is beautiful and fruitful. So, the mood
of the poem is optimistic.
LOVE-IS THE ESSENCE OF ALL THE RELIGION

Q /1: Why does the poet put emphasis on love?
Ans: The poet emphasis on love because he says that love is the essence of all religions. It can make
ugly things beautiful. He displays the effect of love on different things.
Q /2: What is the effect of love?
Ans: Its effect is positive and helpful to us. It makes love livable and pleasant. It turns bad relationships
into good relationships.
Q /3: Is life worth living without love?
Ans: No, Life without love is not worth-living. It is the silent force of love that keeps parents close to
their children. It makes true friendship and all fine relationships possible.
A MAN OF WORDS AND NOT OF DEEDS
Q /1: How does the life of man pass through different phases of it?
Ans: He leads a useless life. He is like a garden full of weeds. He becomes as useless as the garden
covered with snow. He becomes like a bird upon the wall .he suffers from back pain and heart attack.
He dies in the long run.
Q /2: What happens when the life is not of deeds but is full of words?
OR
How is a man of words and not of deeds like?
Ans: In this poem, the poet highlights the value of life of action. He says that an active life gives us joy
and happiness. It is rewarding.
An inactive life is a worthless and useless life. It is like the garden which is full of weeds and snow.
Q /3: What is the condition of garden when the weeds start growing?
Ans: When the weeds start growing in the garden it loses all its charm, beauty and utility.
Q /4: What is the moral of the poem?
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Ans: The moral lesson of the poem is that only a practical man can lead a peaceful and honourable life.
Idleness gives birth to shamelessness. A practical man may enjoy all the comforts of life but a lazy and
talkative person cannot.
IN BROKEN IMAGE
Q /1: What is the state of two persons, one who trusts clear images and the other who mistrusts
the broken images?
Ans: A person who trusts clear ideas and images becomes dull in the long run. A person who doubts
even his broken ideas may enrich his knowledge in the long run.
Q /2: Why does a person question his senses when the facts fail him?
Ans: The person who does not have clear ideas and views but thinks that they are correct cannot reach
the truth. When he finds the facts unexpected doubtful about his senses.
Q /3: Who according to Robert Graves is a new confusion of his understanding?
Ans: The person who formulates his views without true understanding often suffers from confusion.
Q /4: What is the moral lesson of the poem?
Ans: The moral lesson is that we should not accept any view about life without any proof. We should
be ready to change our ideas about life. Our ideas should be flexible.
PAIRS OF WORDS
SR.NO WORDS MEANING SENTENCES
1 Abject He is living in abject poverty.
Object ‫ اعترا‬He has no object in life.
2 Able He is an able teacher.
Capable Man is capable of doing both good and evil.
3 Ability He has no ability of doing this kind of work.
Capacity He has great capacity for hard work
4 About He is about eight years old.
Almost He was almost dead when he was brought out of the river.
5 Absolute You should punish him if you have absolute proof of his guilt.
Obsolete The obsolete equipment was put to auction.
6 Abstain He abstained from smoking all his life.
Refrain I could not refrain from laughing.
7 Accede He acceded to my request.
Concede He conceded that he had been unkind to his friend.
8 Acceptance The proposal met with acceptance in the meeting.
Acceptation We ought to go by the acceptation of a word or expression.
9 Access He is proud of his access to the education minister.
Excess Excess of everything is bad.
10 Accept I accepted his invitation to dinner.
Except All except Akram were present.
11 Accident He was killed in a road accident.
Incident The border incidents may lead to war.
12 Accuse He was accused of theft.
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Blame He blamed his teacher for his failure.
13 Across He swam across the river.
Along The dog was running along its master.
14 Adapt A clever man adapts himself to the situation.
Adopt I adopted him after the death of his father.
15 Addition He will be a useful addition to the staff of the college.
Edition The new edition of this book has been published.
16 Admit I admit that he is honest.
Confess In the court he confessed his guilt.
17 Admission He got admission to government college, Lahore.
Admittance He could not gain admittance to the room.
18 Admission He got admission to government college, Lahore.
Admittance He could not gain admittance to the room.
19 Advice He acted upon his father's advice.
Advise The father advised his son to go to the college in time.
20 Affect Affect to produce an effect; to impress or influence the mind
or feelings.
Effect My advice has no effect on him.
21 Affection Parents have great affection for their children.
Affectation Cultured men dislike affectation.
22 Afflict Milton was afflicted with blindness in his old age.
Inflict The dacoits inflicted severe injuries on him.
23 Aggravate You have aggravated the situation.
Irritate Do not irritate him; he may lose his temper.
24 Air Fresh air is good for health.
Heir After his death, his heirs distributed his property among
themselves.
25 Alibi His alibi that he was out of the country was found to be true.
Excuse Most students usually have some ready excuse for coming
late.
26 Allusion A writer should explain his allusions to books and events.
Illusion Illusion an unreal or misleading image.
27 Alter The teacher corrected the essay and altered it a little.
Altar Sooner or later everyone has to go to the altar of death.
28 Alternate The post in some villages is delivered on alternate days.
Alternative You will have to do this work; there is no alternative.
29 Altogether I am altogether ignorant of what has happened to you.
All together We went there all together.
30 Amiable He is amiable and is liked by all.
Amicable I have amicable relations with him.
31 Amount I have still a great amount of work to do.
Number There are a large number of books in our library.
32 Ancient I like to read ancient history.
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Old Old people cannot be so active as young people.
33 Apposite Your comment was quite proper and apposite.
Opposite They bade goodbye to each other and walked away in
opposite directions.
34 Appraise The accountant appraised the cost of the house.
Apprise The principal was apprised of the situation.
35 Apprehend As I apprehended, the situation is becoming serious.
Comprehend Before giving an answer; comprehend the question fully.
36 Artist He asked an artist to paint his picture.
Artiste Some of the leading artistes took part in the concert.
37 Ascent We were dead tired after climbing the steep ascent.
Assent The president gave his assent to the new bills.
38 Attention Pay full attention to your studies.
Intention I have no intention to go there.
39 Aural Aural aids are used in education now-a- days.
Oral He appeared in the oral test.
40 Averse He is averse to criticism.
Adverse I was angered by his adverse remarks.
41 Avocation He is a soldier and painting is his avocation.
Vocation His vocation is teaching.
42 Baleful He looked at his eyes with baleful eyes.
Baneful Protect yourself from the baneful influence of bad company.
43 Ballet Chinese ballet is worth- seeing.
Ballot We put our ballot paper in the box.
44 Bare You should not go out in the sun bare- headed.
Bear I saw a bear in the zoo.
45 Baron At one time the barons were very powerful in England.
Barren It is a barren land and nothing grows here.
46 Beach Children were playing on the beach.
Beech The beech trees look very graceful.
47 Beat Ahmed beat his younger brother.
Beet Sugar is made from beet also.
48 Beneficent Our is very beneficent and we like him.
Beneficial
49 Berth I reserved a berth in the Pakistan Mail.
Birth He gave dinner to his friends on the birth of his first son.
50 Beside There is a park beside our house.
Besides I have other evidence to prove my claim.
51 Born He was born with a silver spoon in his mouth.
Borne The cost of his education was borne by his brother.
52 Brake The brakes of my cycle are loose.
Break He tried very hard but could not break the door.
53 Bridal Her bridal dress was worth- seeing.
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Bridle As I pulled at the bridle, it broke, and the horse galloped away.
54 Calendar He has bought next year's calendar.
Calender He works in a calender factory.
55 Cannon The cannons thundered in the battlefield.
Canon His behaviour is against all canons of morality.
56 Canvas These shoes are made of canvas.
Canvass He is canvassing for the election of his friend.
57 Cast It is useless to cast pearls before swine.
Caste There is no caste system in Islam.
58 Casual Yesterday I had a casual meeting with him near the Post
Office.
Causal Every event in a story must have casual links.
59 Ceiling The ceiling of this room is cracked.
Roof This room has a tin roof.
60 Cease This rice mill has ceased working.
Seize He seized the thief by the neck.
61 Cell He was shut up in a narrow cell.
Sell They sell college books.
62 Cemetery While returning home, we passed by the cemetery.
Symmetry This statute has perfect symmetry.
63 Censer Sweet perfumes rose from the censer.
Censor The Censor Board has banned a number of foreign films.
64 Censure We should censure his bad manners.
Criticise Do not criticize unjustly.
65 Ceremonial The was wearing a ceremonial dress.
Ceremonious He is very ceremonious evening ordinary matters.
66 Cession No country can allow cession of any of her provinces.
Session The Budget Session will be held shortly.
67 Check We could not stop him from going to the cinema.
Cheque He has given me a cheque for fifty rupees.
68 Childish I am fed up with his childish talk.
Childlike The old man is childlike in his manners.
69 Chord A chord of the harp broke and the music stopped.
Cord Please tie this cord with a cord.
70 Cite He cited many examples to prove his point.
Site The new site for the college has been selected.
71 Clock The clock struck nine.
Cloak He put on his cloak and went out.
72 Cloth We bought some cloth from the market.
Clothe The naked must be clothed.
73 Coarse This dress is made of coarse cloth.
Course The law must take its course.
74 Coma He had been in a state of coma for three days before his death.
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Comma You have omitted a comma here; please put it now.
75 Command The officer commanded his men to open fire.
Commen His work was commended by his officer.
76 Common This price of land is the common property of all the villagers.
Mutual By the mutual agreement they have decide to help one another
in the hour of need.
77 Compare He compares himself with Napoleon.
Contrast His actions contrast sharply with his professions.
78 Complement Man and woman complement each other.
Compliment Please pay my compliments to your father.
79 Composed A cricket team is composed of eleven players.
Comprise This house comprises ten rooms.
80 Compulsion He had to sign the agreement under compulsion.
Obligation It is our obligation to help the poor.
81 Confidant He is guided by his confidant.
Confident I am confident of my success in the examination.
82 Confirm The evidence confirmed the guilt.
Corroborate He corroborated my statement.
83 Congratulation I congratulated him on his marriage.
Felicitate Many persons felicitated him on his promotion.
84 Conscious He is conscious of his success.
Conscientious He is a conscientious man and will always do what is right.
85 Scrupulous He is very scrupulous in his business.
Success After three successive failures he gave up the idea of passing
the examination.
86 Considerable The fire caused the considerable loss.
Considerate He is very considerate in his dealing with others.
87 Contagious Plague is a contagious disease.
Infectious Influenza is a infectious disease.
88 Contemptible His habits are contemptible.
Contemptuous His contemptuous manner is disliked by everyone.
89 Continual Your continual absence from the class is not good for you.
Continuous His continuous presence is necessary.
90 Corporal He was given corporal punishment.
Corporeal Food and water are corporeal needs of man.
91 Corps Two to three units of army make one corps.
Correct Please correct the errors in this sum.
92 Council The College Council is the largest body in a college.
Counsel The son listened to the counsel of his father and promised to
follow it.
93 Credible I do not think his statement is credible.
Creditable He had a creditable success in the examination.
94 Cue He got the cue and acted accordingly.
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Queue Stand in the queue and wait for your turn.
95 Cure He was cure of malaria.
Heal This wound will heal slowly.
96 Custom Every country has her customs.
Habit The habit of walking mile or two in the morning keeps a man
healthy.
97 Diary I keep a diary to record important events.
Dairy I have bought this butter from a dairy.
98 Deceased The body of the diseased was sent to his village.
Diseased Some people think that a diseased body has a disease mind.
99 Decided I want your decided opinion on this issue.
Decisive Three decisive battles were fought at Panipat.
100 Defective The walls of this building are defective and may fall down any
time.
Deficient Some areas of Pakistan are deficient in food.
101 Defer The National Assembly deferred some of the bills to the next
session.
Differ I differ with you on this matter.
102 Defy Napoleon defied the whole Europe for more than a decade.
Deify The Greeks deified their heroes.
103 Dependant He had many dependants to look after.
Dependent The outcome of this case is dependent upon the statement of
the eye– witness.
104 Deprecate Every right thinking man deprecates the mean habits of
flatterers.
Depreciate This house was built a long ago and has greatly depreciated in
value.
105 Descent While coming down the descent, his foot slipped and he fell
down.
Decent He is wearing a decent suit.
106 Desert The Camel is called the ship of the desert.
Dessert Dessert was served after the dinner.
107 Desirable It is desirable to have a clear aim in life.
Desirous I am desirous of going abroad for higher studies.
108 Destination The travelers reached their destination in the evening.
Destiny Destiny rules over men.
109 Device He has thought of a new device to deceive people.
Devise He is trying to devise a machine for the sowing of rice.
110 Dew Dew falls gently.
Due Give the devil his due.
111 Die The old man is about to die.
Dye Some men dye their hair.
112 Disability He is getting disability pension.
Inability He expressed his inability to accompany us to to the hills.
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113 Disburse The cashier disbursed the wages of the workers.
Disperse The crowed disperse when the meeting was over.
114 Discriminate Law does not discriminate between the rich and the poor.
Distinguish One must distinguish between right and wrong.
115 Disinterested A judge must be disinterested.
Uninterested He went with me to the cinema but was uninterested in the
movie.
116 Dose The doctor gave him three doses of medicine.
Doze The watchman was found dozing.
117 Draft The draft of the summary is ready.
Draught He took a draught of cool water.
118 Droop The flowers drooped for the want of water.
Drop A cup dropped from the hand of the child.
119 Dual He is holding dual charge.
Duel The days of fighting a duel are over.
120 Economic The economic condition of Pakistan is improving.
Economical We should be economical in what we spend.
121 Edible We use edible oil for cooking.
Audible His voice was hardly audible.
122 Eligible You are eligible for this post.
Illegible His hand writing is illegible
123 Emigrant Many English emigrants have settled in Australia.
Immigrant Asian immigrants are maltreated in Britain.
124 Eminent Allama Iqbal was an eminent poet.
Imminent War in imminent.
125 Empire The British Empire was the largest of all.
Umpire He acted as an umpire in the cricket match.
126 Empty This glass is empty.
Vacant This house is vacant.
127 Engage She was engaged in cleaning the room.
Indulge He has ruined his health by indulging in drinking.
128 Enviable His health is enviable
Envious He is envious of my success.
129 Essential Food is essential for life.
Necessary Your presence is not necessary.
130 Exceptionable His remarks were exceptionable.
Exceptional He is a man of exceptional qualities.
131 Excite The children were excited by the happy news.
Incite It is bad to incite the people to violence.
132 Excuse Please excuse me for coming late.
Forgive To err is human; to forgive is divine.
133 Except We expect him to do his duty honestly.
Hope I hope to see you next Monday.
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134 Explicit He was quite explicit about that matter.
Implicit The Army demands implicit obedience from its men.
135 Expression Her feeling found expression in tears.
Impression His speech made a strong impression on the listeners.
136 Facility The Government is giving more facilities to the students.
Felicity He is living in felicity and comfort.
137 Faction There are many factions among the students.
Fiction Your statement is full of lies and fiction.
138 Fain I would fain go to Murree Hills.
Feign He feigned madness.
139 Faint She fainted on seeing the snake.
Feint She made a feint of loving the child more than its mother.
140 Fair They went to see the village fair.
Fare The railway fares have increased.
141 Familiar He is quite familiar with the facts.
Intimate He is my intimate friend.
142 Famous He is a famous poet.
Notorious He is a notorious thief.
143 Fatal He met with a fatal death.
Fateful On the fateful night of June 6, the Indian army attacked and
entered the Golden Temple, the most sacred Sikh shrine.
144 Feat The juggler showed many tricks.
Feet We must stand on our own feet.
145 Flea A flea is a small insect.
Flee The enemy had to flee from the battlefield.
146 Floor We sat on the brick floor.
Flour Flour is obtained from the wheat.
147 Foul Gentlemen do not use foul language.
Fowl He has built a new coop for his fowls.
148 Freedom In a domestic country everyone has the freedom of speech and
thoughts.
Liberty He had been set to the liberty after two years in jail.
149 Funeral Millions of people attended Quaid-i- Azam's funeral.
Funereal His funereal appearance mad me sad.
150 Further No further action is required in this matter.
Farther Father a greater distance in space and time.
151 Gait He walks with an awkward gait.
Gate He was standing at the gate of his house.
152 Gamble He gambled away all his money.
Gambol The kids gamboled and played on the grass.
153 Gaol The thief was sent to the gaol.
Goal He tried hard and won his goal.
154 Genteel She affects genteel manners to impress her guests.
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Gentle He is gentle and will never misbehave.
155 Ghastly He killed his brother in anger and lost his sense after this
ghastly act.
Ghostly I saw a ghostly thing in the dark.
156 Gilt The poor woman cannot buy even the gilt ornaments.
Guilt His guilt came to light in the court.
157 Glass This jar is made of glass.
Gloss The rain water spoiled the gloss and shape of his shoes.
158 Graceful He looks graceful in his new dress.
Gracious God is gracious.
159 Hail He was caught in a hail storm.
Hale Even in his old age he is hale and hearty.
160 Hanged The murderer was hanged on the gallows.
Hung He hung his court on the peg.
161 Heal Your wound will heal very soon.
Heel The heel of my left shoe is worn out.
162 Healthy A health man is a wealthy man.
Healthful We must take some healthful exercise daily.
163 Heard I heard a noise of firing.
Herd A herd of cows is in the field.
164 Hew They are hewing down the trees.
Hue The rainbow has many hues.
165 Historic The Prime Minister made a historic speech.
Historical We visited many historical places in Lahore.
166 Hoard Only the enemies of people hoard grain.
Horde The hordes of enemy attacked the city.
167 Honorary She is an honorary president of the ladies club.
Honourable The Honourable Chief Minister addressed the students of our
college.
168 Human To err is human; to forgive is divine
Humane God is humane and forgiving.
169 Ice People use ice in hot season.
Snow Snow falls on the mountains in winter.
170 Idle Do not waste your time by remaining idle.
Idol The Hindus worship idols.
171 Illusion I have no illusion that he will mend his ways.
Delusion Hitler was under the delusion that he could conquer the whole
world.
172 Imaginary Your fears are unreal and imaginary.
Imaginative He has an imaginative mind.
173 Impassable The road to Kaghan Valley becomes impassable during
winters.
Impossible Napoleon said that nothing was impossible in the world.
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174 Imperial The king addressed the parliament with full imperial dignity.
Imperious I do not like his imperious attitude.
175 Imply His attitude implied that he did not trust you.
Infer I inferred from his talk that he would do some mischief.
176 Incredible Your cock and bull stories are incredible.
Incredulous He looked at me with incredulous eyes.
177 Industrial Pakistan is making great progress in the industrial field.
Industrious He is a hardworking and industrious boy.
178 Ingenious He found an ingenious way to save himself.
Ingenuous Be fair and ingenious in your dealing with others.
179 Injection I bought two injections of glucose.
Injunction On his appeal, the High Court issued an injunction order
against the orders of the Government.
180 Insensible He is insensible to finer feelings.
Senseless He was hit by a speeding car and he fell down senseless.
181 Judicial A judicial inquiry was held in the murder case.
Judicious He gave me a judicious advice.
182 Junction Lahore is a famous railway junction.
Juncture You should act boldly at this juncture.
183 Later He came to the meeting later than I has expected.
Letter I have received a letter from my friend.
184 Less He got much with less effort.
Fewer There are fewer flowers in this part of the garden.
185 Lessen The doctor tried to lessen his pain.
Lesson The teacher told the boys to revise their lesson.
186 Liar A liar has no legs to stand on.
Lawyer Quaid-i-Azam was also a famous lawyer.
187 Loath I have great love for this town and am loath to leave it.
Loathe I loathed the company of bad boys.
188 Lose If you lose your honour, you lose everything
Loose The horse broke the loose and ran away.
189 Lovable He is noble and lovable.
Lovely We saw a lovely scene.
190 Luxuriant Her long and luxuriant hair flowed down her shoulders.
Luxurious He is a rich man and lives a luxurious life.
191 Main Write down the main idea of this poem.
Mane He clutched at the mane of the horse to save himself from
falling down.
192 Majority The National Assembly passed the Bill by a majority vote.
Most He spends most of his time in reading books.
193 Marry Ahmed will marry Farzana.
Merry The merry birds were singing in the trees.
194 Meat He sells meat.
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Meet I could not meet my friends on my last day in the college.
195 Medal He stood first in B.A. and won a gold medal.
Meddle Do not meddle in the affairs of the others.
196 Metal Iron is a useful metal.
Mettle An army may rightly boast of the mettle and not the number
of its men.
197 Miner Many miners were killed in blast in the coal mine.
Minor I have made minor changes in this essay.
198 Moat The enemy could not cross the moat around a castle.
Mote A mote fell into his eye.
199 Momentary Do not worry it is momentary pain.
Momentous The cabinet took a momentous decision in devaluing the
currency.
200 Moral He has a good character.
Morale The morale of our Forces is very high.
201 Necessities You need considerable money to get the necessities of life as
food, clothing and shelter.
Necessaries The necessaries of life are increasing day by day.
202 Notable The notables of the town are attending the meeting.
Notorious He is a notorious thief.
203 Official He is an honest Government official.
Officious Do not be officious; mind your own business.
204 Oppose He will oppose you in the elections
Resist If you encroach upon my rights I will resist.
205 Ordinance The Government has issued a new ordinance.
Ordnance There is an ordinance factory at Wah.
206 Passable This road is passable in summer season only.
Possible Please come back as quickly as possible.
207 Patrol He is on patrol duty these days.
Petrol I met him near the petrol pump.
208 Pattern He is a pattern of all the virtues.
Patron Our principal is patron chief of college magazine.
209 Persecute In occupied Kashmir, the Indian army is persecuting the
Muslims.
Prosecut Trespassers will be prosecuted.
210 Plain He is a plain and honest man.
Plane He smoothed the top of the table with a plane.
211 Populace The populace demands speedy reforms.
Popular He is very popular among the students.
212 Pore There are innumerable pores in human skin
Pour It never rains but pours.
213 Practicable Your plans are not practicable.
Practical A practical man does not lose heart in the face of difficulties.
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214 Practice Practice makes a man perfect.
Practise One should practise what one preaches
215 Pray He went to the mosque to pray.
Prey A simpleton falls and easy prey to a cheat.
216 Precede Eid-ul-Fitr precedes Eid-ul- Azha.
Proceed Kindly proceed to the next page.
217 Prescribe Doctors should prescribe the antibiotics with care.
Proscribe The Government proscribes indecent books.
218 President He is the president of College Debating Club.
Precedent Please find out a precedent for what you want me to do.
219 Principal Our principal is on leave.
Principle He will not go against his principles.
220 Profit He has made a huge profit this year,
Prophet Hazart Muhammad (PBUH) is the last prophet of God.
221 Prophecy He has the gift of prophecy.
Prophesy He has prophesied that war will break out in the near future.
222 Quite His answer was quite right.
Quiet He kept quiet for along time.
223 Rain The rivers are in flood because of heavy rains.
Rein He pulled the rein and the horse stopped.
224 Raise He raised his hands in respect.
Raze The city was raised to the ground by an earthquake.
225 Respectable He is a respectable citizen.
Respectful He is respectful to his elders.
226 Right Your answer is not right.
Rite Pakistan everyone is free to perform his religious rities.
227 Role He played his role in the play very well
Roll The teacher took the roll- call.
228 Root This tree has deep root.
Route Many buses ply on this route.
229 Sail The sails of the ship filled with air.
Sale This house is for sale.
230 Scene We were fascinated by the beautiful scene.
Seen I have not seen him for a long time
231 Sensible He gave a sensible opinion.
Sensitive He is very sensitive to heat and cold.
232 Sensual We should control our sensual desires.
Sensuous Keats is a master of sensuous description.
233 Soar Prices soared during the war.
Sore He is very sore about his defeat.
234 Sociable He is very sociable and friendly.
Social He is a social worker and helps the needy.
235 Suit I have one winter suit only.
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Suite Many suites in the hotel are reserved for the delegates.
236 Soul He put his heart and soul in his work.
Sole He is the sole owner of this factory.
237 Spacious Our college has a spacious hall.
Specious We were deceived by his specious arguments.
238 Stationary The earth is not stationary, it moves round the sun
Stationery He went to the stationery shop and bought some papers.
239 Storey I lived in the upper storey of this house.
Story We read an interesting story today.
240 Straight This road leads straight to our College.
Strait The ship is sailing through the straits of Gibraltar.
241 Team Our hockey team won the match.
Teem The river teems with fish.
242 Tenor The peaceful tenor of his life was broken by the death of his
young son.
Tenure The tenure of this post is three years.
243 Urban There is a great need for urban development.
Urbane He is a polished and urbane man.
244 Vain He tried hard but in vain.
Vein Human body has a network of veins.
245 Vale The world is a vale of tears
Veil Many women cover their faces with veil.
246 Veracity The veracity of his affidavit was challenged in a court of law.
Voracity He is a rich man but his voracity for more wealth is insatiable.
247 Verbal Avoid verbal translation.
Verbose His style is verbose
248 Vine France is famous for vine trees.
Wine Wine is unlawful in Islam.
249 Virtual Heads of many democratic countries are virtual dictators.
Virtuous She is respected for being noble and virtuous.
250 Wages The factory workers are agitating for an increase in their
wages.
Salary The Government has increased the salaries of her employees.
251 Waist As he was crossing the stream, the water reached up to his
waist
Waste We should not waste the time of our friends.
252 Waive The Government waived the age limit in his case.
Wave The sea waves seemed to be dancing in the sun.
253 Way There is no easy way to success.
Weigh weigh your luggage on the scale.
254 Weak He has become weak because of illness.
Week There are seven days in a week.
255 Whether I do not know whether he will come or not.
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Weather Today the weather is fine.
256 Wilful He is so wilful that he does not listen to anyone's advice.
Willing He is a willing worker and is liked by all.
257 Womanish He is womanish in his habits.
Womanly She is truly a womanly woman.
258 Wreak He is determined to wreak vengeance on his enemies.
Wreck Constant worry wrecks one's nervous system.
259 Yoke The oxen broke the yoke and ran away.
Yolk The yolk of the egg is rich in food value.
260 Zealot Zealots do not compromise.
Fanatic It is useless to argue with a fanatic.
Devotee As men grow older they become devotees of religion.
MORAL STORIES
IT IS NO USE CRYING OVER SPILT MILK

(A hunter and his hound)
This is the story of a crazy hunter who could not distinguish between a friend and an enemy. Such
people act foolishly and later on repent. There was a rich man who enjoyed all the luxuries of life. He
had a big house in a jungle. He was very fond of hunting. He had a watch-dog. This dog was very
faithful to its master. The dog stayed at home to look after the house and also to take care of the little
son of his master.
One day the man went out for hunting, leaving the dog behind at his house. After a couple of hours, a
wolf jumped into the house. The wolf leapt towards the child. The dog came in the middle and started
fighting with the wolf. The dog was badly wounded. His whole body was bleeding, but he never gave
up.
Luckily, the dog grasped the wolf's neck. He pierced his sharp teeth into it. The wolf suffered a fatal
injury. The dog finally killed the wolf. There was a spark of victory in the dog's eyes. The child remained
safe and sound. The dog then stood at the gate to make sure that no beast entered the house. The rich
man returned home in the evening. As he entered the house, he saw his dog bleeding. The dog came
forward to receive his master, but his master paid no attention. The blood on the dog's body had
disturbed him. He had fears about the safety of his child. He rushed towards the rooms. He saw blood
stains in the lobby.
The man thought that the dog must have killed his son. Maddened with anger, he fired at the dog and
killed him. As the man entered a room, he found a dead wolf. He rushed into another room and found
his child safe and sound there. Now he came to know what had really happened. His faithful dog had
saved the child by killing the wolf. The rich man started crying over his act. But alas! it was too late.
Moral:
Haste makes waste
It is no use crying over spilt milk
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TIT FOR TAT
(A fox and and crane)
The story of a fox and a crane is a friendly caution for those who pose to be over-clever. Such people
generally overestimate their intelligence and feel pleased in making fun of others. They do not realize
that they can be befooled the same way.
There lived a fox and a crane in a jungle. They were good friends. They used to meet each other very
often. They invited each other to different functions. Once the clever fox decided to befool the crane.
He invited the crane to dinner. The crane arrived at her place well in time. The fox offered the crane
delicious curry in a plate. The crane could not eat it because the plate was too flat. His long beak
prevented him from eating the curry. He felt insulted. The fox was much amused to see his friend
tricked.
On his way back, the crane kept on thinking about the incident. He was much disturbed. He made a
plan to pay the fox back in the same coin. After a few weeks, the crane invited the fox to dinner. The
fox reached there happily. But alas, he could not eat anything, because the crane offered him food in a
jar having a narrow neck. The fox tried several times but could not reach the food. Now he realized
that he was tricked back by the crane.
Moral:
Never make fun of others
Tit for tat
A STITCH IN TIME SAVES NINE
(A merchant and his horse)
Sometimes we find it difficult to mend things well in time because we think that it will waste time. But
the fact is that it saves time. The story of a merchant and his horse is a solid proof of this fact. Had he
set the shoe of his horse right in time, he would not have met such a sad end.
Once upon a time there was a merchant. He often went to a nearby town to sell his goods. One day he
went to that town as usual. He visited the market and spent his whole day in selling his articles. He
earned a lot of money, but at the same time he became late as well. He was a bit worried, because he
had to go through a thick forest. He wanted to cross it before it was dark. He carried the bag of gold
coins on his back and rode his horse.
He felt that the horse had some problem with one of its legs. He got down to inspect it. He found that
a nail in the shoe was missing. It needed to be repaired. But he also wanted to save time. So, he
mounted the horse again and rushed towards his home. He could not stop as the sun was going down
and the night was approaching.
He had hardly covered a short distance when another nail came off. The merchant took no serious
notice of it. The speed of the horse started to slow down. Meanwhile the third nail also came off. Now
the horse started limping. But still the merchant continued. The sun had set and it had started getting
dark. The merchant had reached the forest. This was the most dangerous part of his journey. The shoe
was finally detached from the hoof of the horse.
Suddenly, the merchant heard some unusual sounds. His Blood froze in his veins when he saw a group
of robbers around him. The leader of the gang shouted: "Surrender everything, or be prepared for your
death." The merchant unwillingly gave them his bag. The robbers were pleased to get a lot of wealth.
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After a great difficulty, the merchant reached his home quite penniless. From this experience he learnt
a lesson.
Moral:
A stitch in time saves nine
TRY, TRY AGAIN
(The king and the spider)
The golden principle of life is that the people who keep their hopes alive are able to show
determination. They keep on trying even in difficult circumstances. A man without hope is like a blind
person who is trying to find his way in darkness. Men who have hope can see the light and ultimately
reach their destination. The story of the king and the spider shows such a conflict between hope and
fear.
Robert Bruce was a brave king. He ruled Scotland for many years. During his rule, many battles were
fought between Scotland and England. In every battle, he was defeated. Once he had to run away from
the battle-field to save his life. He was chased by the English soldiers. Fortunately, he found a cave
where he hid himself. He started to think about his bad luck. The more he thought about his
misfortunes, the more he got worried. He had lost all hopes. By chance he saw a spider. It had fallen
from its web.
The spider tried several times to reach the web, but each time it fell down. In spite of this, the spider
did not lose heart. These repeated failures could not discourage it. It kept on trying. Finally, in its tenth
attempt, the spider was able to reach its destination. This incident gave Robert Bruce a new hope and
courage. He said to himself, "Look! How brave this tiny creature is, and how coward you are! Can't you
be as firm as this tiny spider is?"
Soon he realized that he had got rig of despair. He became stronger and stronger. He came out of the
cave and gathered his forces. He encouraged them. He asked them to put faith in their bravery. He
decided to regain his lost honour and dignity. With a new zeal he attacked the English army. This time
he crushed the enemy and won the freedom for his countrymen.
Moral:
Try, try again
NECESSITY IS THE MOTHER OF INVENTION
(A thirsty crow)
It is a fact that most of the inventions are the result of necessity. In the hour of need, human beings
and animals use different techniques to win their aim. The story of the thirsty crow describes such an
incident. He thought of a plan and it proved fruitful to him.
Once upon a time, there was a crow. He felt extremely thirsty because the day was extremely hot. The
crow flew here and there in search of water, but could not find even a single drop of water. He was
very upset. He searched everywhere and at last he found a pitcher on the roof of a building. He quickly
rushed towards it, but he was disappointed when saw that the water was too low. He tried to drink
water, but could not succeed in this attempt.
In his distress, an idea occurred to him. He thought of raising the water level in the pitcher. He said to
himself, "If I drop some solid things in the pitcher, they may raise the level of the water. He caught
sight of a heap of pebbles near the building. He flew towards the heap and picked up a pebble in his
beak. He quickly came to the pitcher and dropped it in.
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He repeated this action several times until the water level raised. It was definitely a tiring exercise, but
it proved fruitful. Now his beak reached the water very easily. He drank the water and felt relieved. He
thanked God for this blessing and flew away.
Moral:
Where there is a will, there is a way
God helps those who help themselves
Necessity is the mother of invention
No pains, no gains
LOOK BEFORE YOU LEAP
(A fox and a lion)
The story of a fox and a goat reminds us that we should be very careful in dealing with people. Some
people want to profit at the expense of others. We do not try to know how cunning they are. As a
result we may suffer a great deal.
A fox felt very thirsty. He ran towards a well to drink water. As he reached the well, his joy knew no
bounds. In his excitement he started jumping up and down and at last he fell down into the well. Then
he started cursing himself. He knew that he would die if he stayed in the well for a long time. The fox
expected something strange to occur.
Meanwhile a goat came there to drink water. Having seen the goat, the fox thought of a plan. He
greeted the goat and expressed a great pleasure to see her. Then he invited the goat to jump down
into the well. The goat refused to come down. She told the fox that she was in hurry and she might
come next time. The fox repeated his invitation. He told the goat that it was cool and comfortable in
the well. It was like a dream land.
The goat swallowed the bait and jumped into the well. it was a life time chance for the fox. He quickly
climbed over the back of the goat and jumped out of the well. The goat requested the fox to come
down and give her company. The fox told her that he was in hurry and would see her next time. The
goat said, " But why don't you stay with me in such a cool and comfortable place?" The fox said to the
goat that he was not foolish like her. The fox went away leaving the goat in the well.
Moral:
Look before you leap
Think before you act
A FRIEND IN NEED IS A FRIEND INDEED
(Two friends and a bear)
Friendship is tested only in hard times. Unfortunately, many people betray their friends in difficult
situations. Real friendship demands sincerity and sacrifice. Once there were two friends. They loved
each other's company. One of them was very clever and sharp. The other was innocent and simple.
Once they went on a long journey. They promised to help each other through thick and thin. They were
passing through a thick forest.
All of a sudden, they saw a bear. It was coming towards them. They ran to save their lives. The bear
first chased the clever boy. Luckily, he gripped a branch of a tree and climbed up. The bear jumped as
high as he could, but could not catch him. He looked at him angrily and then turned to the other boy.
He was lying still and flat on the ground. The bear sniffed him several times, but he was neither moving
nor breathing. Thinking that the boy must be dead, the bear went away. Thus the boy's trick worked.
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He knew that the bear would not harm him if he held his breath. So he pretended to be dead and
saved his life.
When the bear had gone, the clever friend climbed down the tree and came to him. By way of joke, the
selfish boy asked his friend, "What did the bear say in your ear?" The other boy told him that the bear
gave him a golden principle of life. When the selfish friend asked him what was that principal, the
other friend said, "The bear advised me not to trust selfish friends." Saying this, he said goodbye to him
and went away.
Moral:
A friend in need is a friend indeed
Beware of selfish friends
A ROLLING STONE GATHERS NO MOSS
It is said that in the days of yore , animals and birds gathered to elect the king of the jungle. The lion,
proud of his might, fierceness and boldness claimed to be the king. Nevertheless, the eagle challenged
his supremacy and asserted itself to be superior to the lion. It claimed to be swifter in fight and sharper
in sight. The negotiation for reconciliation between the two groups continued for several days, but the
matter remained unresolved.
The dispute resulted in an open war between the animals and the birds. The bat behaved very
strangely during the war. If the animals seemed to be winning, the bat went to them and claimed itself
to be one of them as it milks its young ones. On the other hand if the birds seemed to be victorious, it
went to them and proclaimed itself a bird as it lays eggs. It continued oscillating between animals and
birds keeping in view the expected victory of either. at last, the animals won the war and the lion was
declared to be an absolute king of jungle.
The bat went to the animals to congratulate them on their victory, but they turned it out saying, "You
are a bird, because you lay eggs." Then it visited the birds to console them, but they also banished it
saying, "You are an animal, because you milk your young ones." Being condemned by both the parties
for its double dealing, it was driven away from the day-light. Since then, it hides itself in the dark
hiding-places and flies always alone at night.
Moral:
A rolling stone gathers no moss
ALL COVET ALL LOSE
(A dog and his reflection)
Once a dog lived near a butcher's shop. He always got his food from here and there. He did not believe
in hard labour for earning his livelihood. One day he saw a lot of meat on the butcher's shop and his
mouth began to water. He kept on sitting near the shop in the hope of getting some meat. When the
butcher was busy in talking to a customer, he stole a big piece of meat from the shop and ran away. He
wanted to eat it in a garden across a stream.
While the dog was crossing the bridge over the stream, he saw his own reflection in the water. He took
it for another dog with a big piece of meat. He was overpowered by his greed. He wanted to snatch the
piece of meat from other dog's mouth. He was overjoyed that he would eat two big pieces of meat. He
jumped into the stream and started barking at the reflection. In this process, his own piece of meat fell
into the water. In this way he lost his own piece of meat. He became very sad on his loss.
Moral:
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All covet, all lose
Greed is a curse
HONESTY IS THE BEST POLICY
(An honest woodcutter)
This is the world of snobbery and false show off. people may become dishonest to gain temporary
gains. But they do not understand that only honest work can give them comfort and satisfaction. The
story of an honest woodcutter shows that honesty is rewarded not only in this world, but also in the
world after death.
Once, a woodcutter lived in a village. Although he was very poor, he was an honest fellow. He believed
in hard labour. He earned his living by selling wood in the town. One day he was cutting a tree near the
bank of a river. Suddenly his axe slipped from his hand and fell into the river. He became very sad. He
did not know what to do in such a situation. He looked up and prayed to God for help. Just then an
angel appeared there. He asked the woodcutter what had happened. The woodcutter told him about
his problem.
The angel felt sorry for him. He dived into the river and brought out an axe. The axe was made of pure
gold. He gave this gold axe to the woodcutter. The woodcutter refused to take the axe saying that it
was not his axe. The angel once again dived into the river and brought out a silver axe. But the
woodcutter again refused to accept it. The angel dived into the river for the third time and brought out
an iron axe. The woodcutter felt very happy to see his own axe. He thanked the angel for this help. The
angel was much impressed by the honesty of the woodcutter. He gave him all the axes and
disappeared.
Moral:
Honesty is the best policy
Truth always triumphs
Virtue gets its reward
UNION IS STRENGTH
(A farmer and his sons)
Unity is the source of strength. There is a famous saying: "United we stand, divided we fall." The story
of a farmer and his sons teaches us the moral that unity makes the people strong.
Once there was an old farmer. He lived a very hard life. He had three sons. They always quarreled with
one another. The old man was much worried due to the disunity of his sons. He tried his level best to
unite them, but all his efforts proved futile. One day, the old man fell seriously ill. His death seemed to
be sure. He asked his sons to bring some sticks. When they brought the sticks, he asked his sons to tie
them in form of a bundle.
When they had tied the sticks, he asked his sons to break the bundle. All of them tried their best to
break the bundle of sticks, but could not do so. Then the old man asked his eldest son to untie the
bundle. When the bundle was untied, he asked his sons to break the sticks one by one. Soon they
broke all the sticks into pieces easily.
The old man explained to his sons that the sticks were strong when they were united. They became
weak when they were separated. Then he advised them to remain united like sticks. The sons sat there
together. They started thinking over the last message of their father. They decided to follow their
father's advice in future. From that day onward, they started leading a happy life.
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Moral:
United we stand, divided we fall
Union is strength
KINDNESS NEVER GOES UNREWARDED

(The slave and the lion)
The story of a slave and a lion shows that love begets love and one good turn deserves another. The
strong and the weak, the rich and the poor need each-other's help. Therefore, co-operation is of great
importance.
Once upon a time there was a slave. The slave was very hardworking. Unfortunately, his master was
very cruel. The slave worked day and night, but his master was never pleased with his work. he did not
give the slave enough food. His master often punished him. He was much disturbed due to this kind of
treatment. He could not bear it any more. One day he ran away from there. While he was passing
through a jungle, he heard a noise. He saw a lion lying on the ground. The lion was moaning with
extreme pain. His paw was badly swollen, because a thorn had run into it. The slave took pity on the
lion and plucked out the thorn from his paw. The lion felt a great relief. Thanking the slave, the lion
went away.
After a few months the slave was caught. The master decided to punish him severely. It was decided
that the slave should be thrown before a hungry lion. The slave was thrown in an arena. A hungry lion
was led by some hunters. The lion rushed towards the slave. But as soon as he came near the slave, he
stopped and bowed down. The lion stood still and kept on looking at the slave. Surprisingly, the lion
started licking the feet of the slave. The lion had recognized him that he was the same fellow who had
plucked the thorn out of his paw. The slave's master was much impressed by this incident. He set the
slave free.
Moral:
Kindness never goes unrewarded
One good turn deserves another
Do good, have good
DO GOOD, HAVE GOOD
(A lion and a mouse)
The story o a lion and a mouse shows that all the creatures of Allah Almighty have a role to play.
Sometimes the role played by a small creature is more significant than the role played by the bigger
ones. If we treat a small one nicely, may be he will be able to pay back in his own time. the present
story is a good reminder to the universal truth: "Do good, have good."
Once there lived a lion in a jungle. He was very proud of his strength. By chance, a mouse also lived in a
hole nearby. One day the mouse came out of its hole. He saw the lion sleeping. The mouse climbed up
the lion and started dancing. The lion woke up and saw the little mouse dancing on his body. This act of
the mouse made the lion angry. He decided to kill the mouse there and then. But the mouse requested
him not to kill him.
The lion took pity on him and let him go. One day the lion was caught in the net of a hunter. His
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strength could not help him that day. He started crying. The mouse happened to come there. He saw
the lion caught in the net. He decided to help him. He started biting the net with his sharp teeth. At
last, he was able to tear away the net. The lion was free once again. He thanked the mouse and went
away.
Moral:
Do good, have good
One good turn deserves another
kindness never goes unrewarded
ALL THAT GLITTERS IS NOT GOLD
(A foolish stag)
Sometimes superficial things look beautiful, but they are often deceptive. Ultimately the real things
come to our help and save us from misfortunes. The story of a foolish stag is a good reminder to the
universal truth, "All that glitters is not gold." This story shows the difference between appearance and
reality.
Once upon a time a stag lived in a jungle. He was very proud of his beautiful horns. once he went to
stream to drink water and saw his reflection in the water. He was delighted to see his beautiful horns.
He started praising his horns and became proud of his horns. however, when he looked at his legs, his
happiness was gone. He felt that his legs were thin and ugly. He started cursing his thin and ugly legs.
Just then he saw a pack of hounds coming towards him.
He started running to save his life. His thin and ugly legs helped him greatly and took him away from
the hunters and the hounds. But unfortunately his beautiful horns were caught in thick bushes. He
tried his level best to get rid of them, but could not. Now he came to know that his thin and ugly legs
were a blessing for him and his beautiful horns were a curse for him. The dogs came nearer and nearer,
but he could not get free. His beautiful horns could not help him at all. Soon the hounds reached there
and tore him into pieces.
Moral:
All that glitters is not gold
pride hath a fall
SLOW AND STEADY WINS THE RACE
(A hare and a tortoise)
If someone works slowly, but regularly, he can definitely achieve his goal. On the other hand, if a
person works by fits and starts, his success is not certain. The story of a hare and a tortoise teaches us
the same lesson. At the same time it also teaches that we should not laugh at others.
Once upon a time, a hare lived in a jungle. He was very quick and smart. All the time he wandered here
and there and enjoyed the green grass of the jungle. A tortoise lived near the pool of the jungle. They
became friends. They spend good time in the company of each other. But the problem was that the
tortoise was very proud of his fast speed. He often teased the tortoise for his slow speed.
One day the tortoise lost his patience. He asked the hare to run a race. The hare laughed at the
tortoise. They fixed a day for the race. The owl became the judge. All the animals and birds came out to
watch this contest. The race started. The race ran very fast and soon was out of sight. On the other
hand the tortoise kept on creeping slowly.
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After some time the hare waw a cool shady tree. He lay down ans soon was asleep. The passed by the
sleeping hare. He never thought of having any rest. He kept on moving slowly and steadily. The result
was that he reached his destination after a long and hard struggle. When the hare woke up, the sun
was setting. He got up and started running towards the final point. But he was ashamed to see that the
tortoise was already present there.
Moral:
Slow and steady wins the race
pride hath a fall
HE WHO DIGS A PIT FOR OTHERS FALLS HIMSELF INTO IT
(Three friends and a bag of gold)
There were three friends. They lived in a village. They promised to remain true to one another through
thick and thin. They set out on a journey to a town. This town was famous for trade. They had a
successful business and earned a lot of money. After a few years they returned with a bag full of gold
coins.
On their way they had to pass through a jungle. They felt very hungry and tired. They sent one of they
to a nearby village to bring food for them. When he had gone away, the other two made a plan to kill
him and divide all the gold between themselves. On his way, the third man also planned to get all the
gold himself.
He mixed poison in the food to fulfill his hideous plan. As soon as he reached there, the other two
attacked him and killed him instantly. After killing him the other two ate the meal. Because of eating
the poisoned food, they also died immediately. As a result, all of them died leaving behind the whole
wealth.
Moral:
He who digs a pit for others, himself falls into it
Greed is a curse
All covet, all lose
As you sow, so shall you reap
THE ANT AND THE CRICKET
It is said that one should save something for a rainy day. Those who do not struggle to make their
future safe and bright are destroyed. Time is merciless. It does not take pity on anyone. God helps only
those who help themselves. The joys of present should not make us negligent of the hard days of
future. The present story describes this harsh reality.
The winter was in full swing. It had snowed very heavily. The intolerably intense cold had prevailed
everywhere. A hungry cricket went out in search of food but found nothing to eat. He was shivering
with cold and hunger. He was about to die when he came across an ant. He requested her to give him
some food to eat. The ant took pity on him. She decided to help him but suddenly stopped. She asked
the cricket why she had not treasured up food during the summer. Was he not aware of the hard days
of winter? Did he not know that it would be difficult to have food in winter?
The cricket replied that he was not aware of the intensity of winter. He remained busy with the joys of
summer. He did nothing but sang sweet songs throughout summer. When the ant heard this, she got
infuriated. She said to him if he spent summer in singing, he must dance hungry in winter. Saying this,
she went her own way. The cricket was left in his plight to die.
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Moral:
Those who live without work, must learn to live without food
No pains, no gains
Save something for the rainy days
APPLICATIONS
Write an application to the principal of your college for casual leave for an urgent
piece of work.
The Principal,
Govt College,
Lahore.
Sir,
I humbly state that I was preparing for the college when I got informed of a terrible accident of my
cousin. He was terribly hit by a truck and had his leg broken. Now he has been taken to Jawahar laal
Hospital. My father is out of station for some business reasons. He has advised me to see my cousin in
the hospital.
The doctors have advised to improvise some blood. I know some blood donors in the town. So, I must
attend my cousin in the hospital and arrange some blood. I am unable to attend the college for one or
two days. Kindly grant me a leave for two days.
Yours obediently,
Ahmad Ali
F.A Part 1
Dated: 05-11-2016
Write an application to the principal of your college for sick / medical leave
The Principal,
Govt. Post Graduate College for Women,
Lahore.
Mam,
I want to state that I suddenly fell ill yesterday evening. I was taken to doctor who told me that I had a
sever attack of diarrhoea. I had projectile vomiting, nausea and mild fever. During just 10 hours of
sickness, my health had badly fallen. I am in hospital right now. I am getting my treatment. I am not in
position to attend college for two days.
Kindly allow me leave for two days so that I may take rest and treatment. I will come to college as soon
as feel better.
Your obediently,
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Maria Kubtia
F.A PART-1
Write an application to the principal of your college for fee concession
The Principal,
Govt. Post Graduate College for Women,
Lahore.
Mam,
I am a student of I.Com Part-1 in your esteemed college. I belong to a poor family. My father is an
ordinary shopkeeper. He is the only bread earner of our family. He has to support a family of six
members with a mild income. During my high school, I had been granted full fee concession due to
poverty. Now, I am here at your college to pursue my dreams. I want to become a banker. I want to
support my younger siblings in their studies.
My father is not in position of affording my college studies. I request you to remit my college fee so
that I may continue my studies. In other condition, I had to leave the college and quit my studies. I
hope you will show yourself generous.
Thanking you,
Yours obediently,
Nimra Saleem,
I.Com Part-1
Roll No.321
Write an application to the principal of your college for remission of fine
The Principal,
Punjab College,
Lahore.
Sir,
With respect, I want to state that I have been fined Rs 500 for not attending college for 5 days. The fact
is that on October 4 when I was preparing for college, we heard the news of my uncle's sudden death.
We had to leave for Sahiwal in hurry. I could not manage to send an application to college. We stayed
there for three days. In way back to home, I fell ill. The doctor advised my to take rest for two days. I
took medicines and rested for two days. In mean while, I could not inform college authorities because
there was nobody to bring my application to college.
The medical report is attached as an evidence. I belong to a poor family. I am enrolled in your college
on 100 % free merit. I cannot pay this heavy fine. I request your to remit my fine. I shall be thankful to
you for this act of kindness.
Yours obediently,
Zain Javed
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F.A Part-1
Roll No. 132
Write an application to the principal of your college for leave to attend your brother's
marriage
The Principal,
Govt College,
Lahore.
Sir,
I humbly state that the marriage of my elder brother is fixed on November 16, 2016. I have to give a
helping hand to my father and brother. There is a lot of preparation to be made. So, I will be very busy
on 15-18 of November. My engagement in preparations is mandatory. So, I will not be able to attend
the college for the said dates. Kindly grant me leave for four days (November 15-18).
I will be highly thankful to your for this act of kindness.
Yours obediently,
Ahmad Ali
B.Com Part-1
Roll No. 198
Write an application to the principal of your college for re-admission
The Principal,
City Science College for Girls,
Lahore.
Mam,
I am Samra Ejaz, a student of F.Sc premedical 1st year at your college. Due to very serious domestic
issues, I could not appear in 2nd term exams held in December 2016. Unfortunately, I could not inform
college authorities of the reason of my absence. Meanwhile, my name has been struck off the role. The
admission office told me that I need readmission with the approval of the principal.
Now I am seeking readmission in the college again. I know I have missed many lessons. I assure you
that I will work hard to compensate my studies. I will show good results in Pre-Board exams. Kindly give
me permission for readmission so that I may be able to continue my studies. I am ready to explain in
person to you the reason for my absence.
Thanking you,
Yours obediently,
Samra Ejaz
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F.A Part-1
Roll No. 97
Write an application to the principal of your college for apology of misbehavior
The Principal,
Govt College,
Lahore.
Sir,
With due respect I say that I have been found guilty of misbehavior in my English Class. In fact I feel
that I did disobedience and violated the discipline of the class. My abnormal behavior was result of
critical and sudden circumstances. I have been absent from class for serious domestic issues.
Meanwhile I missed an important test in English. Yesterday, when I came in class, the teacher daunted
me and asked me to leave the class for missing the important test. I was already upset due to some
serious domestic issues. I tried to talk to the teacher but he wasn't ready to listen. I could not hold my
tong and spoke some bad words for the teacher.
Anyhow, the teacher made my complaint to your esteemed office. I have apologized from my teacher
and he has forgiven me. Now I request you to excuse me for my mistake. I assure you of not
committing such mistakes in future. I am really ashamed of what I did.
Thanking you,
Your obediently,
X.Y.Z.
Class I.Com Part-1
Write an application to the principal of your college for change of subjects
The Principal,
Govt. Post graduate college for women,
Lahore.
Sir,
It is stated that I am a student of ICS Part-1. I have been attending my classes for two months so far. I
could make nothing out of computer subjects. I could develop no interest in IT and related subjects. I
have been fond of Math and commerce subjects. I am good at statistics and economics. I want to
change my subjects. I want to study statistics instead of computer and economics instead of Basics of
IT. I request you to allow me change my subjects so that I may be able to develop interest in my
studies.
My father has always wished me become a software engineer. That is why he forced me to take
computer as major in college. Now he has allowed me to change my subjects. I am really worried about
my studies. I assure you that I will show good performance in these subjects.
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Yours obediently,
X.Y.Z
Dated: November 10,2016
Write an application to the principal of your college for the grant of college
leaving/character certificate
The principal,
Govt. College,
Lahore.
Sir,
I have been a student of your college during the session 2015-2016. I did my F.Sc with distinction. Now
I want to join Jinnah Medical College for further studies. For this purpose, I need college leaving
certificate/ character certificate. It is urgently needed for my admission to the new college. Sir, I was a
member of college cricket team. From time to time, I participated in speech contests held in the
college. I was declared the best speaker of the year 2016. I request your honour that these
achievements of mine should be mentioned in the certificate. I shall be highly grateful to you.
Yours obediently,
Ali Ahmad
Roll. No. 123
Write an application to the principle for refund of library security fee.
To,
The Principle,
Govt college,
Lahore.
Respected Sir/Madam,
It is stated that I am a bonafide student of intermidiate Session’ 2017-2018.I have successfully
completed my degree by scoring a good percentage.
I want to submit humbly, that all my college dues have been timely submitted and I am neither a
library defaulter nor a hostel dues defaulter, kindly sign my application for clearance of all dues well in
time so I can receive my security fee refund.
Attached is my library clearance slip and hostel clearance slip. Your quick approval is requested.
Yours Obediently,
X.Y.Z.
Class F.A Part 1
LETTER
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Being an elder brother, write a letter to your younger brother advising him to take
part in games
Examination Hall,
A.B.C Road Jalandhar,
November 02, 2016
Dear Brother,
Hope you are having good health. I met you friend Vijay yesterday. He told me that you are always busy with the
books and do not take part in games and sports. Dear brother, a healthy body has a healthy mind. If you do not
take care of your body, you will not be able to make much out of your studies. Health is wealth.
I advise you to go to bed early and get up early in the morning. Go out for a walk in the morning. Take light
exercise daily. Give some time to outdoor games. Keep yourself fit. That is key to successful educational life. Do
not stuff your mind with useless things.
Mother is sending you love,
Take care. Loving you,

Ahmad Ali
Write a letter to mother telling her about your health

Examination hall
City A.B.C
September 03,2016
Dear Mother,
I received your kind letter today. It shows me your high concern about my health. It is your letters that keep me
fit here. It is your love and affection that makes me feel at home here. Thanks for your so much care and love.
Well, I have recovered now. It was a temporary ailment. The doctor told that it was a slight rise in temperature
due to overwork. He told me not to attend the college for a day or two. I took rest for the day and took
medicines. Now I am feeling quite fresh and hale. You don’t need to worry about me. I am taking great care of
my health and fitness. I have also started morning walk.
I have made a study timetable. I will spare some time for games and entertainment. Please don’t worry now.
Pay my regards to father and Aunt Amina. Love for younger Amir.
With special thanks,
Your son,
X.Y.Z
Write a letter to your uncle thanking him for birthday gift

Examination Hall,
City A.B.C
November 03, 2016
Dear Uncle,
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First of all receive my heartiest thanks for the birthday gift. I was more than happy to receive the tablet
computer. You know, many of my friends have tablets. I had only an old phone. It was my desire to buy a nice
tablet for me but I could not do so due to financial restraints. Father is already against these things, you know.
So, I would not have been able to buy such a nice tablet if you had not gifted it. It is a token of your love for me.
All of my friends have praised the tablet. It will help me in my studies. I have already installed a dictionary and
PDF reader. Now I can read e-books, surf internet, prepare my notes, and do much more.
I promise that I will not give a chance to father to make a complaint. I will use it when needed. I will take care of
it. It will remind me your love for me.
I wished that you had been here on my birthday. I missed you so much. I hope you will be present with me on
my next birthday.
Write me more about the exciting things and customs in China.
With love,
Saira Khan
Write a letter to you friend condoling the death of his mother

Examination Hall,
A.B.C (City)
November 10, 2016
Dear Arif,
I just heard the heartbreaking news of your mother's death in an accident. I was shocked for a moment. I could
not believe the news until I confirmed it from Rehan. I am really sorry for the trick the misfortune has played
upon you. I am depressed for the loss you have to bear in such a raw age. We all have to bow before the Will of
God.
She was really a nice lady. She always welcomed me in your home. I still remember her nice treatment with me
during my stay at your home. She was polite and social. She was God-fearing and generous lady. We all are
going to miss her so much.
My friend, please bear this pain and trial with patience. Do not lose heart. Our commiseration is with you. Take
your life to new dimensions. I pray to God to give you courage and strength.
With best wishes,

Saif Ullah
Write a letter to your friend to tell him how you prepared for General English Paper
Shah House,
A-Block, Model Town,
Lahore
April 15, 2017
Dear friend,
I have done very well in my General English paper in the final exams. I attempted all the questions satisfactorily.
I am sure I will secure high marks in this paper.
The news must be a pleasant surprise for you. You remembered I failed miserably in English last time. In fact, I
was nil in General English.
Well, I am going to tell you the secret of my success. I engaged a private tutor. I requested him to teach me
grammar, especially tenses. I exercised in translation and composition as well. I put myself in hard work and
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result is simply wonderful. I feel so self-confident now.
Any news from home?
Yours sincerely,
Adeel Haider
Write a letter to your father requesting him to send you some money
Examination Hall,
A.B.C (City)
December 08, 2016
Dear father,
I hope you are keeping good health. I am fit here. The weather has suddenly changed here. Fog and cold breeze
have made the weather cold. I need a warm suit. I have to buy a sweater too. Some money is also required for
purchasing a few help books. The warm suit alone will cost 2500 rupees. You will, therefore, send me 5000
rupees for all these things. I assure you that I shall be more economical next month. I assure you that I shall not
waste a single rupee on useless things.
Pay my regards to mom. love to younger Ahmad.
Your loving son,

Waseem Shehzad
Write a letter to your friend to congratulate him on his brilliant success in exam
Examination Hall,
A.B.C (City)
December 08, 2016
Dear friend,
I just heard the news of your excellent result in final exams of grade IX. I am overjoyed to learn that you have got
an A+ grade in your exams. It is the result of your devotion to education. You have proved that you are a genius.
You have justified our hopes. We are all proud of you.
I congratulate you on this brilliant achievement. I have started taking part in games as you suggested. I have
already been selected in our school's hockey team. I plan to come home on 20th of current month. I hope to see
you there. Please pay my congratulations to your mom and dad.
Yours sincerely,
Waseem Shehzad
Being an uncle, write a letter to your nephew to congratulate him on his birthday.
House No. 143-K,
Model Town,
Lahore.
December 07, 2016
My dear Junaid,
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I regret to inform you that I would not be able to attend you birthday party this year. I had an urgent assignment
to be completed till 20th of this month. I have tried my best to convince my boss to grant me a leave of three
days. But he has plainly refused. Actually our company is planning to launch some new products in the beginning
of new year. The whole month of December is very important for us. Our team is working hard on the project.
So, please excuse me for not coming to your birthday party.
Anyhow, I congratulate you on your birthday. I am sending you the gift of a tablet PC. I hope you will like it. Use
it only for positive purposes and never let your father complaint. Install some educational apps and make best of
its use in your education. I hope you will not disappoint me.
Pay my congratulations to your parents too. I assure you I will soon be with your all guys.
Take care and best of luck.
Your affectionately,
Babar Azeem,
Write a letter to your elder sister about your good result in exams.
Examination Hall,
A.B.C (City)
December 07, 2016.
Dear sister,
Thanks for writing regularly. Your letters are really a source of pleasure for me. You have asked about my result
in quarterly exams. I could not write to you earlier as I was waiting for the result. It is out today. You will be glad
to learn that I have not only passed in all the subjects but secured distinctive marks. I got 4th position in
the class. I have obtained 409 marks out of total 450 marks. My arithmetic is a bit weak. It is yet three months to
the annual exams. I, therefore, hope to secure first position in the class if I continue working hard as I am doing
now. It is all the result of your support and encouragement.
A copy of my result report is attached. I am planning to come to the home in next month. I want to celebrate my
birthday at home. Pay my regards to mom and dad. Love to younger Sana.
Your loving brother,

Kamran Hameed
Being a father, write a letter to your son to admonish him for being careless in his
studies.
Examination Hall,
City A.B.C
December 03, 2016
Dear son,
I have just received your progress report from your school. It is very discouraging indeed. You have badly failed
in Chemistry and Biology in your 2nd term exams. Your report also tells that you are not attending classes
regularly. This neglect on your part has hurt everyone at home. So much so, your mother could not believe it for
hours. You are not supposed to be careless in your studies.
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I warn you to mend your ways or else I shall be obliged to withdraw you from school. I hope you will try to make
up your deficiency and save us from further disappointment. Do be regular and punctual. For next, don't let your
school send me such reports.
Yours affectionate,
X.Y.Z
Write a letter to your father explaining the cause of your bad report.
Examination Hall,
City A.B.C
December 04, 2016
Dear father,
I received your letter yesterday. I am grieved to learn that my poor report has hurt you all. I wish I could fly to
you and beg your forgiveness. I confess my fault with shame. I had to attend my hockey practice sessions.
Meanwhile, I had joined the company of some bad guys. My bad report has opened my eyes. Now I have left the
bad company and all extra engagements.
I have started work in right earnest. I am now working day and night. Kindly be assured that I shall soon be
worthy of your love. I hope you will all forget my past neglect.
Thanking you,
Your loving son,
Ahmad Ali
Write a letter to your elder sister about your good result in exams.
Examination Hall,
A.B.C (City)
December 07, 2016.
Dear sister,
Thanks for writing regularly. Your letters are really a source of pleasure for me. You have asked about my result
in quarterly exams. I could not write to you earlier as I was waiting for the result. It is out today. You will be glad
to learn that I have not only passed in all the subjects but secured distinctive marks. I got 4th position in
the class. I have obtained 409 marks out of total 450 marks. My arithmetic is a bit weak. It is yet three months to
the annual exams. I, therefore, hope to secure first position in the class if I continue working hard as I am doing
now. It is all the result of your support and encouragement.
A copy of my result report is attached. I am planning to come to the home in next month. I want to celebrate my
birthday at home. Pay my regards to mom and dad. Love to younger Sana.
Your loving brother,

Kamran Hameed
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Being an uncle, write a letter to your nephew to congratulate him on his birthday.
House No. 143-K,
Model Town,
Lahore.
December 07, 2016
My dear Junaid,
I regret to inform you that I would not be able to attend you birthday party this year. I had an urgent assignment
to be completed till 20th of this month. I have tried my best to convince my boss to grant me a leave of three
days. But he has plainly refused. Actually our company is planning to launch some new products in the beginning
of new year. The whole month of December is very important for us. Our team is working hard on the project.
So, please excuse me for not coming to your birthday party.
Anyhow, I congratulate you on your birthday. I am sending you the gift of a tablet PC. I hope you will like it. Use
it only for positive purposes and never let your father complaint. Install some educational apps and make best of
its use in your education. I hope you will not disappoint me.
Pay my congratulations to your parents too. I assure you I will soon be with your all guys.
Take care and best of luck.
Your affectionately,
Babar Azeem,
Write a letter to your friend to congratulate him on his brilliant success in exam
Examination Hall,
A.B.C (City)
December 08, 2016
Dear friend,
I just heard the news of your excellent result in final exams of grade IX. I am overjoyed to learn that you have got
an A+ grade in your exams. It is the result of your devotion to education. You have proved that you are a genius.
You have justified our hopes. We are all proud of you.
I congratulate you on this brilliant achievement. I have started taking part in games as you suggested. I have
already been selected in our school's hockey team. I plan to come home on 20th of current month. I hope to see
you there. Please pay my congratulations to your mom and dad.
Yours sincerely,
Waseem Shehzad
Write a letter to your father requesting him to send you some money
Examination Hall,
A.B.C (City)
December 08, 2016
Dear father,
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I hope you are keeping good health. I am fit here. The weather has suddenly changed here. Fog and cold breeze
have made the weather cold. I need a warm suit. I have to buy a sweater too. Some money is also required for
purchasing a few help books. The warm suit alone will cost 2500 rupees. You will, therefore, send me 5000
rupees for all these things. I assure you that I shall be more economical next month. I assure you that I shall not
waste a single rupee on useless things.
Pay my regards to mom. love to younger Ahmad.
Your loving son,

Waseem Shehzad
Write a letter to your friend to tell him how you prepared for General English Paper
Shah House,
A-Block, Model Town,
Lahore
April 15, 2017
Dear friend,
I have done very well in my General English paper in the final exams. I attempted all the questions satisfactorily.
I am sure I will secure high marks in this paper.
The news must be a pleasant surprise for you. You remembered I failed miserably in English last time. In fact, I
was nil in General English.
Well, I am going to tell you the secret of my success. I engaged a private tutor. I requested him to teach me
grammar, especially tenses. I exercised in translation and composition as well. I put myself in hard work and
result is simply wonderful. I feel so self-confident now.
Any news from home?
Yours sincerely,
Adeel Haider
To Your Friend Inviting Him to Spend Summer Vacations With You
Examination Hall,
A-B-C Road,
Karachi.
4th September, 2011
Dear Friend,
I am well here and hopping the same for you.
As you know that our vacations has started. I’ve written this letter to invite you to spend your vacations with me
in Karachi. It will be a great pleasure for me. We shall be visiting different places in Karachi in which includes
Clifton, Aladdin Park, Sindbad and many other such places. I assure you that this will be an enjoyable experience
for you.
I hope you will think over my request. Give my wishes to your parents.
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Your Loving Friend,
X-Y-Z
A letter to friend describing your first impression about college life

46-C Model Block,
Model Town,
Lahore.
June 28, 2017
Dear Ahmad,
Sorry for not writing to you earlier. In fact, last three days were very busy. I had to buy new clothes, stationary,
and other things for my college welcome party. It was held yesterday. It was a great fun. We have been to
college for a month. The college life is really a fascinating life. There are no strict discipline and odd rules like we
had at school. The professors are very friendly. They welcomed us in such a way that I cannot explain in words.
Every student in college has equal access to opportunities and resources. I am really happy for being part of such
grand institution.
Our college has a magnificent large building divided into four blocks. Classrooms are air conditioned, vast and
multimedia-aided. It has a large playground. Computer and science labs and a huge library are also the part of
educational activities. From every aspect, our college is a perfect college. Our seniors are very friendly and
cooperative. We have realized their love from the way they have given a welcome party in our honour.
We have already covered our 33 percent course of all books. We are given a daily timetable for activities. I am
satisfied with everything here. Thanks for asking me about my college life. I will keep writing to you as I find
something worthy of sharing.
Yours sincerely
Ali Aftaab
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CLEARING IN THE SKY

Q.7. Why did the son at the age of six cry?

DARK THEY WERE AND GOLDEN-EYED

Q.1. Why did Harry want to go back to the Earth? (imp)

THE GULISTAN OF SA’ADI

THE FOOLISH QUACK

A MILD ATTACK OF LOCUSTS

THE GIFT OF MAGI

THE ANGEL AND THE AUTHOR- AND OTHERS

Q /1: Why does the poet emphasis on how to know oneself?

THE DELIGHT SONG

LOVE-IS THE ESSENCE OF ALL THE RELIGION

IT IS NO USE CRYING OVER SPILT MILK

KINDNESS NEVER GOES UNREWARDED

Write an application to the principal of your college for fee concession

Write an application to the principal of your college for remission of fine

Write an application to the principal of your college for re-admission

Write an application to the principal of your college for apology of misbehavior

Write an application to the principal of your college for change of subjects

Write an application to the principle for refund of library security fee.

Take care. Loving you,

Write a letter to mother telling her about your health

Write a letter to your uncle thanking him for birthday gift

Write a letter to you friend condoling the death of his mother

With best wishes,

Any news from home?

Your loving son,

Take care and best of luck.

Your loving brother,

Your loving brother,

Take care and best of luck.

Your loving son,

Any news from home?

To Your Friend Inviting Him to Spend Summer Vacations With You

A letter to friend describing your first impression about college life

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