NCERT English Class 10th – Mijbil the Otter Detailed Summary Introduction The chapter “Mijbil the Otter” is written by Gavin Maxwell. It is a true story about the writer’s pet otter named Mijbil , also called Mij . The chapter describes how the author brought the otter from Iraq to London and how a strong friendship developed between them. It also shows the playful and intelligent nature of otters. Detailed Summary Journey to Basra The author was living in southern Iraq in the city of Basra. Earlier, he had kept a dog as a pet, but after the dog died, he decided to keep an otter instead. In that region, otters were commonly found near rivers and marshes. One day, the author’s friend arranged an otter for him. The otter was brought to the author in a sack. When the sack was opened, a small creature with soft fur and shining eyes came out. The author immediately liked him and named him Mijbil . The author later discovered that Mij belonged to a rare species of otters, probably un...
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NCERT English Class 10th – From the Diary of Anne Frank Exercise Question Answers (Simple Words)

The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank

Oral Comprehension Check

1. What makes writing in a diary a strange experience for Anne Frank?

Answer:

Writing in a diary was strange for Anne because she had never written a diary before. She also thought that nobody would be interested in the thoughts of a thirteen-year-old girl.

2. Why does Anne want to keep a diary?

Answer:

Anne wanted to keep a diary because she did not have a true friend with whom she could share her feelings and thoughts freely.

3. Why did Anne think she could confide more in her diary than in people?

Answer:

Anne thought that people were not patient enough to listen to her feelings, but a diary could quietly listen to everything without judging her.

Oral Comprehension Check

1. Why does Anne provide a brief sketch of her life?

Answer:

Anne gives a short description of her life because she thinks nobody will understand her diary without knowing something about her background and family.

2. What tells you that Anne loved her grandmother?

Answer:

Anne loved her grandmother very much. She often thought about her and still remembered her lovingly after her death.

Oral Comprehension Check

1. Why was Mr. Keesing annoyed with Anne? What did he ask her to do?

Answer:

Mr. Keesing was annoyed with Anne because she talked too much in class. He asked her to write an essay on “A Chatterbox.”

2. How did Anne justify her being a chatterbox in her essay?

Answer:

Anne wrote that talking is a student’s habit. She also said that she got this habit from her mother, and inherited habits are difficult to change.

3. Do you think Mr. Keesing was a strict teacher?

Answer:

Yes, Mr. Keesing was strict because he punished Anne for talking in class. But he was also kind and understanding because later he appreciated her creativity and humor.

4. What made Mr. Keesing allow Anne to talk in class?

Answer:

Anne wrote a funny poem on “Quack, Quack, Quack, Said Mistress Chatterbox.” Mr. Keesing laughed at the poem and appreciated her cleverness. After that, he stopped punishing her.

Thinking About the Text

1. Was Anne right when she said that the world would not be interested in the musings of a thirteen-year-old girl?

Answer:

No, Anne was not right. Today, people all over the world read her diary with great interest because it honestly expresses the feelings of a young girl during difficult times.

2. There are some examples of diary or journal entries in the ‘Before You Read’ section. Compare these with Anne’s diary.

Answer:

Anne’s diary is more personal, emotional, and detailed. She writes freely about her feelings, school life, and experiences in a natural and friendly style.

3. Why did Anne think she could confide more in her diary than in people?

Answer:

Anne felt that people could not understand her properly. Her diary listened silently and safely kept her secrets, so she trusted it more.

4. Why does Anne provide a brief sketch of her life?

Answer:

Anne gives a brief introduction of her family, school, and personal life so that readers can understand her better.

5. What tells you that Anne loved her grandmother?

Answer:

Anne often remembered her grandmother with love and respect. She felt sad after her grandmother’s death, which shows her deep affection.

6. What does Anne write in her first essay?

Answer:

In her first essay, Anne writes that talking is natural for students and that she inherited the habit from her mother.

7. Anne says teachers are most unpredictable. Is Mr. Keesing unpredictable? How?

Answer:

Yes, Mr. Keesing is unpredictable. At first he punished Anne many times, but later he laughed at her funny poem and became friendly toward her.

Thinking About Language

1. Match the words with their meanings.

WordMeaning
musingsdeep thoughts
broodingthinking sadly
plunkedplaced down carelessly
rambletalk in a confused way

Short Character Sketch of Anne Frank

Anne Frank:

  • Intelligent girl

  • Very talkative

  • Creative and humorous

  • Honest and emotional

  • Loved writing

Important Message of the Chapter

The chapter teaches us:

  • the importance of self-expression,

  • the value of friendship,

  • and how humor and intelligence can solve problems.

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