NCERT English Class 10 – “Tea from Assam” Detailed Summary Introduction “Tea from Assam” is a part of the chapter “Glimpses of India” from the NCERT Class 10 English book First Flight . It is written by Arup Kumar Datta. The chapter describes the beauty of Assam’s tea gardens and gives interesting information about the history and origin of tea. Detailed Summary The story begins with two friends, Rajvir and Pranjol , travelling by train to Assam during their summer vacation. Pranjol belongs to Assam and his father works as a manager in a tea estate there. Rajvir is excited because he is visiting Assam for the first time. While travelling, they buy tea from a vendor at the railway station. Rajvir says that tea is one of the most popular drinks in the world and more than eighty crore cups of tea are consumed daily. This shows how much people love tea. As the train moves further into Assam, Rajvir becomes amazed by the natural beauty outside the window. He sees vast green fields c...
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The Hundred Dresses – Part 2 Exercise Question Answers (Simple Words)

The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes

Oral Comprehension Check

1. Why did Wanda’s family move to a different city?

Wanda’s family moved to a different city because people made fun of their Polish name “Petronski.” Her father wanted to live in a place where nobody laughed at them.

2. What does Miss Mason think of Wanda’s drawings? What do the children think of them?

Miss Mason thought Wanda’s drawings were beautiful and very talented. The children were also surprised and admired her drawings.

3. Why did Peggy and Maddie go to Boggins Heights?

Peggy and Maddie went to Boggins Heights to meet Wanda and say sorry for teasing her.

4. Why did Peggy and Maddie not meet Wanda?

They did not meet Wanda because Wanda and her family had already moved away.

5. What important decision did Maddie make? Why did she have to think hard to do so?

Maddie decided that she would never remain silent when someone was being bullied. She thought hard because she was shy and afraid of losing Peggy’s friendship.

Thinking About the Text

1. What lesson does Maddie learn from Wanda’s experience?

Maddie learns that it is wrong to make fun of others. She also learns that staying silent during bullying is also a mistake.

2. Why does Wanda say she has a hundred dresses?

Wanda says this because she imagines and designs many beautiful dresses in her drawings.

3. Why does Maddie think Wanda liked her?

Maddie thinks Wanda liked her because Wanda gifted her one of the drawings that looked exactly like her face.

4. Why does Peggy think Wanda did not get hurt by their teasing?

Peggy thinks Wanda did not get hurt because Wanda never became angry or complained.

5. What important message does the story give?

The story teaches us to respect everyone, never bully others, and always support people who are treated unfairly.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who won the drawing contest?

Wanda Petronski won the girls’ drawing contest.

2. What was special about Wanda’s drawings?

Her drawings were colorful, creative, and each dress design was different.

3. How did Maddie feel after hearing Wanda’s father’s letter?

Maddie felt guilty and sad because she realized Wanda suffered because of their behavior.

4. What gift did Wanda give Peggy and Maddie?

Wanda gave each of them one of her dress drawings.

5. What kind of girl was Wanda?

Wanda was quiet, talented, kind, and forgiving.

Long Answer Question

Q. Describe Maddie’s feelings at the end of the story.

At the end of the story, Maddie feels very sorry for not helping Wanda earlier. She regrets staying silent when Peggy teased Wanda. She learns an important lesson that bullying is wrong and promises never to ignore injustice again. Finally, she feels peaceful because she believes Wanda has forgiven them.

Important Lines for Exam

  • Wanda was a talented and imaginative girl.

  • Maddie learned that silence during injustice is also wrong.

  • Wanda forgave Peggy and Maddie with kindness.

  • The story gives a strong message against bullying.

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