Q1. Read the extracts and answer the questions that follow.
A. I do not know if you paid much attention to its details. You are required to render to us an account of this $1,000 as soon as you have spent it. I trust that you will obey the wishes of your late uncle.
a. What does Lawyer Tolman expect Gillian to do with the money?
Answer: iii. Gillian will follow the wishes of his late uncle.
b. Fill in the blank with one word only.
Answer: Lawyer Tolman expects Gillian to give an account of how he spent $1,000.
c. Why does Gillian mention the possibility of hiring a secretary?
Answer: ii. To help him manage the $1,000 inheritance.
d. Complete the analogy with a suitable word from the extract.
Answer: Follow: obey :: attention: notice
e. Which of the following most nearly means the opposite of the word ‘render’?
Answer: iii. retain
B. . She was small and slender and clothed in black.
“ I have just come from old Tolman’s, “ he explained. He lied and said, “There was an amendment in the will. It seemed that my uncle had second thoughts and willed you a thousand dollars. Tolman asked me to bring you the money. Here it is.”
a. Who is ‘She’ referred to in the above line?
Answer: ‘She’ refers to Miss Hayden.
b. What was ‘She’ doing when Gillian visited her? Describe her appearance.
Answer: Miss Hayden was dressed in black, appeared small and slender, and looked delicate when Gillian visited her. She seemed busy, likely handling her daily work.
c. Gillian claimed that someone asked him to bring the money to Miss Hayden. Who was the person?
Answer: Gillian claimed that Lawyer Tolman asked him to bring the money.
d. What did Gillian tell Miss Hayden before giving her one thousand dollars?
Answer: Gillian told Miss Hayden that his uncle had changed his will and left her $1,000, and he was delivering it on behalf of Lawyer Tolman.
e. Give the synonym of ‘amendment.’
Answer: Change
Q2. Answer the following questions in 30-40words each.
- What problem did young Gillian face?
Answer: Young Gillian’s main problem was deciding how to spend the $1,000 he inherited from his uncle. The will required him to account for his spending, which frustrated him as he initially didn’t take it seriously. He struggled between spending the money frivolously or doing something worthwhile, which highlighted his carefree attitude and uncertainty about responsibility.
b. Give a character sketch of Old Bryson.
Answer: Old Bryson is a calm, anti-social man in his forties. He is practical, observant, and somewhat cynical. He doesn’t show much interest in Gillian’s inheritance dilemma and is known for his wise yet blunt responses. His calm and cautious nature contrasts with Gillian’s carefree and playful attitude, highlighting Bryson’s practical outlook on life.
c. Why did Gillian go to the club?
Answer: Gillian went to the club to seek advice from his friend Bryson on how to spend the $1,000. He hoped Bryson’s response would give him ideas, but Bryson’s disinterest only reflected how lightly he viewed the money. This encounter at the club shows Gillian’s casual approach to his inheritance.
d. Why did Gillian take back the envelope containing the account from the lawyer and tear it?
Answer: Gillian took back the envelope and tore it to keep his actions private. He did not want Lawyer Tolman to know that he gave the money to Miss Hayden. Tearing the report showed that Gillian preferred to act kindly without seeking acknowledgment or reward.
Q3. Answer the following questions in 80-100 words each.
- Why did Gillian give Miss Hayden the one thousand dollars? What would happen as a result of his action?
Answer: Gillian gave Miss Hayden the $1,000 because he saw her need and wanted to help her. He claimed his uncle left her the money in his will to make sure she would accept it. Gillian’s choice to help Miss Hayden instead of using the money selfishly fulfilled his uncle’s secret test of his character. As a result, he unknowingly passed the test, which could have rewarded him with a larger inheritance. However, by tearing the report, Gillian decided he didn’t need the reward, showing personal growth and maturity.
b. Was Gillian satisfied with the contents of his uncle’s will? Cite references from the text to support your answer.
Answer: Gillian initially appeared unsatisfied with his uncle’s will. He thought $1,000 was too little, as his uncle was a wealthy man. His sarcastic remarks and jokes showed his frustration and lack of respect for the inheritance. However, after giving the money to Miss Hayden, his attitude shifted. He found satisfaction not in the money but in doing something good. His choice to hide his kind act reveals that, in the end, he respected his uncle’s intentions.
c. Why did Gillian go to the Columbine Theatre? Why was he disappointed there?
Answer: Gillian went to the Columbine Theatre, hoping to find a quick and entertaining way to spend the $1,000. He considered spending it on a showgirl or treating himself to something luxurious. However, he was disappointed as he found nothing that interested or fulfilled him. This experience showed him that reckless spending wasn’t satisfying and led him to reconsider his decision, pushing him toward helping Miss Hayden.
d. Give a character sketch of Gillian.
Answer: Gillian is a young man with a carefree attitude, initially treating his inheritance lightly. He is playful and often makes sarcastic remarks, showing a lack of seriousness. However, he also has a kind heart, which we see when he decides to give his inheritance to Miss Hayden. This act shows a generous side of Gillian, who ultimately values kindness over wealth. His journey from a seemingly spoiled young man to a thoughtful person demonstrates his personal growth and maturity.
Q4. Insert appropriate punctuation marks and rewrite the sentences.
a. good heavens! he said ” is that true”
b. rahul ate lunch the lunch tasted exquisite.
c. by the age of 15 Ivan had cooked 300 meals by 20 he had cooked twice that amount
d. Rita’s favourite poem is Full Stomachs, Formal Decisions by Chef Pauline Grater.
e. I went to my mother in laws house for dinner last night
a. “Good heavens!” he said. “Is that true?”
b. Rahul ate lunch. The lunch tasted exquisite.
c. By the age of 15, Ivan had cooked 300 meals. By 20, he had cooked twice that amount.
d. Rita’s favourite poem is Full Stomachs, Formal Decisions by Chef Pauline Grater.
e. I went to my mother-in-law’s house for dinner last night.
Q5. Use the correct words to complete the following sentences.
Q5. Words are often misused.
Example: expend-Occasionally confused with ‘expand’
‘Expend’ means to use up or consume, while ‘expand means to increase in size or scope. Use the correct words to complete the following sentences. Take help of the dictionary if required
a. The library was_____ busy during lunchtime, but it became_____ when everyone left. (quite/quiet)
b. If I ______ my house against fire then I will ____ that my family has a home (ensure/insure)
c. My uncle will ____ me as the manager of our estate, but when I will eventually take over, I will ____ to make several changes. (proceed/precede)
d. I am older _____ my sister, and after my birthday tomorrow, I will be even older ______ (then/than)
e. The lodge is allowed to run a restaurant on its ground floor ______ on the _____ that it will be child-friendly. (premise-premises)
a. The library was quite busy during lunchtime, but it became quiet when everyone left.
b. If I insure my house against fire, then I will ensure that my family has a home.
c. My uncle will precede me as the manager of our estate, but when I take over, I will proceed to make several changes.
d. I am older than my sister, and after my birthday tomorrow, I will be even older than her.
e. The lodge is allowed to run a restaurant on its ground floor premises on the premise that it will be child-friendly.
Q6. Write a short paragraph about the gift you bought with the money your relatives gave you. (100 words)
Recently, my relatives gave me some money during a festival, and I decided to buy a gift for myself. I chose from a variety of items, like books, clothes, and gadgets. After looking around, I picked a smartwatch that tracks my steps, heart rate, and sleep. It also has notifications for calls and messages, which makes life convenient. Buying this gift brought me a lot of joy, as it’s both fun and useful. I feel excited each day when I put it on, and it motivates me to stay active and healthy. It’s a gift that keeps giving back!