CBSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE

Detailed explanation-1: -(d) The word ‘predict’ is a synonym of forecast. With a satisfied expression he regarded the field of ripe corn with its flowers, draped in a. curtain of rain. But suddenly a strong wind began to blow and alongwith the rain very large hailstones began to fall.

Detailed explanation-2: -It was during the meal that, just as Lencho had predicted, big drops of rain began to fall. In the north-east huge mountains of clouds could be seen approaching. The air was fresh and sweet.

Detailed explanation-3: -Then, as Lencho had predicted, big drops of rain began to fall. Lencho went out to have the pleasure of feeling the rain on his body. To him, the rain drops were like the new coins.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lencho had been awaiting the rainfall since that morning as the corn fields were ready to be harvested and they needed a shower only before the harvest. He was very happy when it started raining. He thought that he would be able to earn a lot by selling the harvest. He went out to feel the rain.

Detailed explanation-5: -How did Lencho’s prediction about rain come true? Lencho had looked towards the north-east and remarked that they would get some water. His prediction came true when it started raining in the evening.