Question 1 Hard Level 10
Why was accepting Evelyn's hearing problem instead of hiding it important? A Acceptance began solution and new learning B Acceptance made her leave music C Acceptance made society stop her D Acceptance ended her practice
Correct answer: A Accepting the problem helped her learn a new method. In exams write acceptance and struggle positively.
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Why is the barber's contribution important in the story of the shehnai? A Because he guided an unpleasant sound into a sweeter instrument B Because he stopped music C Because he gave Bharat Ratna to Bismillah Khan D Because he taught Evelyn
Correct answer: A The barber's improvement brought the new form of shehnai. In exams understand the big effect of a small contribution.
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What do Bismillah Khan's foreign tours and attachment to India together show? A Loyalty to local roots along with global fame B Forgetting India after going abroad C Moving away from art D Desire only for awards
Correct answer: A He became world famous but remained attached to his roots. In exams write the balance between global fame and roots.
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How is the meaning of stage different in the lives of Evelyn and Bismillah Khan? A For Evelyn stage is victory over limitation and for Bismillah it is prestige of shehnai B For both stage is only fear C Both stay away from stage D Stage has no relation with either
Correct answer: A Evelyn proves her ability on stage and Bismillah Khan gives prestige to shehnai. In comparison write the different meaning of stage.
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Which quality remained in both artists even after fame? A Dedication to art B Distance from practice C Arrogance D Isolation from society
Correct answer: A Even after fame both kept art at the centre. In exams write dedication after success as a key quality.
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What is the most important purpose of education shown in Evelyn's story? A To identify a child's ability and give direction B Only to enforce rules C To separate weak children D To stop music
Correct answer: A A teacher like Ron Forbes identified ability and showed the right path. In exams write education as a means of growth.
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How is the relation between culture and religion shown in Bismillah Khan's story? A Music connects with temple, Ganga and shared culture B Music separates religions C Music is limited to one community D Music has no relation with culture
Correct answer: A His shehnai shows the spirit of India's shared culture. In exams connect it with cultural harmony.
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What is more important than awards in Evelyn's achievements? A She crossed a seemingly impossible limitation B She only increased a list C She stopped competing with others D She left languages
Correct answer: A Awards are results of her inner victory. In exams keep the struggle behind achievements as the main point.
View question details Question 9 Hard Level 10
What is more important than awards in Bismillah Khan's achievements? A Giving the shehnai a respected classical identity B Only collecting gifts C Getting film fame D Living abroad
Correct answer: A His major contribution was giving prestige to the shehnai. In exams write artistic contribution before awards.
View question details Question 10 Hard Level 10
What is the deeper combined message of the chapter? A True art crosses obstacles, limits and distance to create identity B Music belongs only to lucky people C Tradition and struggle have no importance D Art is measured only by awards
Correct answer: A The chapter shows that art becomes great through struggle and devotion. In exams give examples of both Evelyn and Bismillah Khan in the combined message.
View question details Question 11 Hard Level 11
What larger theme begins with Evelyn's mother noticing the problem? A Recognition of struggle through family alertness B Complete distance from music C Failure of school D Beginning of foreign life
Correct answer: A Her mother's alertness brought Evelyn's problem forward. In exams connect it with the beginning of her struggle.
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What was the main difference between the doctors' advice and Evelyn's decision? A Doctors pointed to limitation and Evelyn chose possibility B Doctors taught music and Evelyn refused C Doctors made her travel and Evelyn stayed D Doctors gave awards and Evelyn left them
Correct answer: A Doctors advised special support but Evelyn chose a normal life and music. In exams write the contrast between limitation and resolve.
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How did Ron Forbes turn Evelyn's problem into an opportunity? A By giving a method to understand sound as vibrations B By separating her from music C By teaching her only theory D By stopping her from competitions
Correct answer: A Ron Forbes gave her a new way to experience sound. In exams write it as the power of guidance.
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For Evelyn identifying vibrations was not merely a technique but what? A A new medium to communicate with music B A way to avoid the stage C A method to learn language D A trick to get awards
Correct answer: A Vibrations became her medium to connect with music. In exams connect it with a new definition of listening.
View question details Question 15 Hard Level 11
Which practical skill is shown by Evelyn performing barefoot? A Creating a learning strategy according to her condition B A show to impress the audience C Keeping distance from instruments D A method of memorising songs
Correct answer: A She felt stage vibrations through bare feet. In exams connect it with adaptation and confidence.
View question details Question 16 Hard Level 11
Which wrong belief is broken by Evelyn's academic success? A Disability always stops talent B Practice improves an artist C A teacher can guide D Music needs discipline
Correct answer: A She achieved high success despite deafness. In exams write it as a rejection of negative thinking.
View question details Question 17 Hard Level 11
What is strengthened by Evelyn's clear speech and learning languages? A Her self-reliance and wider learning ability B Her separation from music C Her mere stage decoration D Her dependence on awards
Correct answer: A Clear speech and learning languages show her wider ability. In exams do not limit her only to music.
View question details Question 18 Hard Level 11
Evelyn's concerts in hospitals and prisons show which role of art? A Giving comfort and joy to people in difficult circumstances B Earning only commercial profit C Entertaining only the elite class D Replacing medical treatment
Correct answer: A Evelyn Glennie’s performances in hospitals and prisons show that music and art can offer emotional support, comfort, and happiness. Art does not replace medical treatment, so option D is incorrect; it can, however, lift people’s spirits during difficult times. Exam tip: In such questions, focus on the artist’s social contribution.
View question details Question 19 Hard Level 11
Why is it appropriate to call Evelyn an inspiration for deaf children? A She proved that difficulty does not end goals B She told children to leave music C She taught staying away from stage D She called practice unimportant
Correct answer: A Her success shows that goals can be achieved despite limitations. In exams write it as an inspiring message.
View question details Question 20 Hard Level 11
How is courage shown in Evelyn's story? A Despite her hearing impairment, she learns percussion and becomes a successful musician. B She gives up music education because of her hearing impairment. C She practises only at home and avoids public performances. D She depends entirely on others' instructions to understand music.
Correct answer: A Evelyn Glennie did not allow her increasing hearing impairment to stop her. She learned to feel the vibrations of percussion instruments and became a renowned musician through determined practice. Thus, her courage is shown through perseverance, confidence, and achievement in the face of difficulty. Options B and C contradict her determined response to disability. Exam tip: Link Evelyn’s courage with her success in music despite hearing impairment.
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