Woven Words - NCERT Solutions - GeniusJnr

Look at the following set of words and mention what is common to them both in form and meaning.

The story begins with a description of the setting. How does this serve as a fitting prelude to the events described in the story?

Look at the words given in the box below

Now classify them according to their closeness in meaning to the words given below

Comment on the graphic detail with which the various passengers who took Iona's cab are described.

Explain the associations that the colour 'white' has in the story.

This short story revolves around a single important event. Discuss how the narrative is woven around this central fact.

What does the phrase 'as if he were on needles' mean? Can you think of another phrase with a similar meaning substituting the word 'needless'?

The story begins and ends with Iona and his horse. Comment on the significance of this to the plot of the story.

Comment on the way in which the theme of the story has been introduced.

Nouveau riche and bourgeoise are French words. Collect from

newspapers, magazines and other sources some more French

words or expressions that are commonly used in English.

Locate expressions in the text which reflect the Indian idiom, for example, the pride of the generations of his ancestors.

How does the insertion of dialogue in the story contribute to its interest?