1st Year English: Book 1 : Ch 6: The Reward

 

Lesson-6

The Reward

Exercise Questions
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 plays a winning in life.
Q.3. How did Jorkens convince that a man can become the 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.
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. These physically fit young men will better defend the court and the right of the nation.
Q.5. What was the viewpoint 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 placed 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 the inauguration. Write five sentences.
Ans: The men and women wore beautiful dresses. Lights were shining 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 a red-carpet welcome.
Q.8. What were the feelings of Gorgios on the occasion of inauguration?
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.

Additional questions
Q.10. What did Terbut think was needed for success in life?
Ans: He thought that the opportunity was needed for success in life.