FEARLESS AND FAITHFUL
Who is the courageous girl from Bhojla village who serves as the protagonist of this story?
Jhalakari Bai
Which British poet wrote this classic motivational poem, originally titled Vitaï Lampada?
Sir Henry Newbolt
What double meaning (homonym) does the word "cranes" carry in this poem?
It refers to both graceful water-birds and mechanical construction equipment.
Which popular Indian author wrote this humorous supernatural story?
Ruskin Bond
Identify the action verb in this sentence: "The rabbit hopped quickly across the green grass."
hopped
Jhalakari moved to Jhansi after marrying a man who held what profession?
A soldier in the Queen's army
What sport is being played in the first stanza where there is "ten to make and the match to win"?
Cricket
What happens to the natural fields where the birds once performed their mating rituals?
They are cleared and destroyed to construct cities.
Where did the mischievous Pret live before it was forced to move into the house?
In a peepal tree outside the house overhanging the road.
Fill in the blank with the correct verb: "A group of students ________ waiting outside the principal's office right now." (is / are)
is
Why did Rani Lakshmibai choose Jhalakari to be her close companion?
She was impressed by her frank and fearless manner, riding, and fighting skills.
What harsh and deadly environment replaces the school playing field in the second stanza?
A bloody desert battlefield
What happens to the natural fields where the birds once performed their mating rituals?
They are cleared and destroyed to construct cities.
Which government department cut down the ghost's tree to widen the road?
The PWD (Public Works Department)
: Identify the underlined verb type and its object (if any): "The pilot flew the airplane through the stormy clouds."
: Transitive verb; Object: airplane
Who was the traitor in charge of the south gate who let the British forces into the Jhansi fort?
Dulaji Thakur
What mechanical failure happens to the regiment's heavy weapon during the battle?
The Gatling gun gets jammed
According to the poem, what are the only two things left behind by the extinct birds?
A fading crackle of energy and grainy video footage.
What prank did the Pret play on Aunt Minnie that made everyone think she had rabies?
It swapped her toothpaste with shaving cream.
Correct the verb form in the bracket to complete the sentence properly: "By the time the bell rang, the students already ________ (leave) the classroom."
How did Jhalakari bravely protect Rani Lakshmibai during the British siege?
She disguised herself as the Queen, tricking the British into capturing her while the Rani escaped safely.
What core message does the poem convey about the connection between sports and life?
Sports teach character, duty, and resilience, which prepare a person to face major life crises with honor.
What major irony about modern urban citizens does the poet highlight at the end?
City-dwellers watch videos of nature to marvel at wildlife that their own cities destroyed.
How does the story conclude when the family attempts to relocate to escape the hauntings?
The Pret rides along on the roof of the car, excited to cause trouble at the new house.
Choose the correct verb to complete the sentence: "The old map has ________ on the dusty table for many years." (laid / lain / lied)
lain