CBSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE LITERATURE

CLASS 9

ISWARAN THE STORYTELLER

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
But one asset he had was his cook, Iswaran.What does ‘asset’ mean?
A
A cook
B
A family member
C
A close friend
D
a valuable thing or person.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -What human values form the essence of Iswaran’s character? Ans. Iswaran was a multi-talented person whose character teaches us the values of dedication, cheerfulness and creativity. He carried off his duties as a cook by preparing the most delicious dishes like a magician.

Detailed explanation-2: -Solution : Iswaran was Mahendra’s cook, he was an asset to him. He cooked for him, washed his clothes and chatted away with his master at night. He often narrated stories which were very convincing.

Detailed explanation-3: -He would cook for him, wash his clothes and chat away with him. He could weave out endless stories and anecdotes on varied subjects. That is how he was an asset to Mahendra.

Detailed explanation-4: -Describe Iswaran’s daily routine after Mahendra left for work. Answer: After Mahendra left for work, Iswaran would clean the shed and wash the clothes. He would then have a bath. After taking lunch he read for a while.

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