Q2. Answer the following questions in 30-40 words

a. Why is Hughie described as ‘ineffectual’?

Answer. Hughie is described as ineffectual because he was a young man with good looks but lacked ambition or purpose in life. He spent his days aimlessly, without any clear goals or aspirations.

b. Why did Hughie give the beggar the sovereign? How did the beggar respond?

Answer. Hughie gave the beggar a sovereign out of pity for his miserable appearance. The beggar was surprised and deeply grateful for Hughie’s generosity, expressing his heartfelt thanks.

c. What did Hughie receive from the ‘beggar’?

Answer. Hughie received a valuable tip from the beggar about the beggar’s potential as a model for a painting. This information proved to be a turning point in Hughie’s life.

d. ‘How miserable he looks! But I suppose, to you painters, his face is his fortune?’ Explain this statement.

This statement suggests that while the beggar appeared unhappy and destitute, his appearance was actually an asset for a painter. Painters often seek unique and interesting subjects for their artwork, and the beggar’s striking features presented a potential opportunity for the speaker.

Q3. Answer the following question in 80-100 words each.

a. What did Hughie see in Trevor’s studio?

Hughie visited Trevor’s studio and was astonished by the transformation of the beggar. The man, now clean and well-dressed, was posing as a model for Trevor’s latest painting. The beggar’s appearance was dramatically altered, and he exuded an air of nobility and elegance.

b. Why did Hughie think he had made of fool of himself?

Hughie felt embarrassed and foolish when he realized that he had underestimated the beggar’s potential. He had dismissed the man as a mere beggar, unaware of his true identity and the remarkable transformation he was about to undergo. Hughie’s initial judgment of the beggar had been incorrect, leading to feelings of regret and self-doubt.