Question 1 Expert Level 11
How is the form of limitations different in the two parts? A Evelyn's limit is physical, the shehnai's limit is linked with cultural status B Both limits are only economic C Both limits are related only to language D No limitation is shown in either
Correct answer: A Evelyn crosses a personal limit and Bismillah Khan crosses an instrument's limit. In comparison write the type of limitation.
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What is the deepest result of hard work in both stories? A Only tiredness and struggle B Respected identity and lasting contribution C Only wealth collection D Isolation from society
Correct answer: B Hard work gave both identity and contribution. In exams connect effort with long-term results.
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What is the personal meaning of music in Evelyn's story? A It is a medium of her freedom, confidence and identity B It is only background sound C It is an impossible field for her D It is only a way to get others' pity
Correct answer: A Music gave Evelyn a chance to recognize her ability. In exams connect music with self-creation.
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What is the cultural meaning of music in Bismillah Khan's story? A It is a carrier of Indian tradition, shared culture and national memory B It is only a private hobby C It runs away from tradition D It is only a means of film fame
Correct answer: A His shehnai connects with Indian cultural consciousness. In exams write music as a carrier of culture.
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If a critical comparison is asked from the chapter, which answer will be strongest? A Both artists break limits through devotion, but one changes a personal limit and the other a cultural limit B Both artists are great only by birth C Both artists are remembered only because of awards D Practice has no importance in either artist
Correct answer: A This answer combines both similarity and difference. In exams clearly explain both levels in comparison.
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Which statement expresses the power of art in both parts most subtly? A Art can give meaning to limitation and new glory to tradition B Art is only a way to pass time C Society has no role in art D Art develops without practice
Correct answer: A The art of both Evelyn and Bismillah Khan changes limitations. Treat art as a transformative power in exams.
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Which intellectual basis should be prioritized while choosing a combined title for the chapter? A The number of awards in the story B Transformation of limits through the devotion of both artists C The list of foreign trips D The number of film incidents
Correct answer: B The central feeling is transformation through devotion, not awards. In exams choose a title from the central idea.
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If the central idea of the chapter is to be written in one sentence, which one will be most mature? A Music is only a means of entertainment and awards B True devotion can change both a person's limitation and an instrument's cultural limit into respect C Success comes only from inborn talent D Disability and tradition both stop progress
Correct answer: B This sentence connects both Evelyn and Bismillah Khan. In exams keep a balance of both parts in the central idea.
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How can the relation between sound and silence be understood in Evelyn's context in the chapter? A Silence is not her defeat, it becomes a new path to feel sound B Silence completely cuts her from music C Sound has no meaning for her D Sound is limited only to others' experience
Correct answer: A Evelyn experiences music through vibrations even within deafness. In exams write silence as a new sensitivity, not defeat.
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Which option best expresses the deepest combined message of the chapter? A Art becomes great when it gives dignity to the person and glory to culture B Art is made only by luck and fame C Music needs no practice and teacher D Tradition and struggle always stop growth
Correct answer: A In the chapter, Evelyn gains dignity and the shehnai gains glory. In exams add both examples in the combined message.
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Why would it be wrong to treat hearing as only a biological act in Evelyn's case? A Because she receives sound through sensation, practice and bodily experience B Because she completely rejects music C Because she depends only on written language D Because she never goes on stage
Correct answer: A For Evelyn, hearing becomes an experience of body and sensation. In exams write the wider understanding of hearing.
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What is the basic difference between the doctors' advice and Ron Forbes's advice in Evelyn's story? A Doctors saw only limitation, Forbes saw possibility and method B Doctors taught music, Forbes stopped it C Doctors gave stage, Forbes hid it D Doctors got awards, Forbes refused them
Correct answer: A Doctors stated the problem while Forbes gave a direction for solution. In exams write the contrast between limitation and possibility.
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In Evelyn's musical experience, into what does silence transform? A Into a permanent sign of defeat B Into a new sensitivity and language of vibrations C Into distance from music D Into social isolation
Correct answer: B Evelyn understands music through vibrations even within silence. In exams understand silence as a new experience.
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How can Evelyn standing barefoot on stage be considered a method of gaining knowledge? A She checks the stage decoration B She directly experiences vibrations to understand music C She stays away from the audience D She avoids practice
Correct answer: B Barefoot, Evelyn reads the vibrations of the stage. In exams write it as experience-based learning.
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How do Evelyn's achievements raise the question of dignity in the discussion of disability? A They show that a person should be known by ability, not limitation B They show pity is the greatest respect C They show art is impossible with disability D They show society's opinion is final
Correct answer: A Evelyn's story demands respect instead of pity. In exams write dignity and ability together.
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What conclusion does Evelyn's success at the Royal Academy lead the reader to? A A disability makes admission to prestigious institutions impossible B Determination, practice and proper guidance can lead to excellence despite physical barriers C Success in music depends only on inborn talent D Prestigious music institutions select students only out of sympathy
Correct answer: B Despite her severe hearing impairment, Evelyn Glennie succeeded at the Royal Academy. She worked hard, learned to sense musical vibrations through other parts of her body, and benefited from Ron Forbes’s guidance. Her achievement therefore shows that determination and practice can overcome barriers; it was not the result of sympathy-based selection. Exam tip: In questions on Evelyn, focus on her effort, training and achievement rather than only on her disability.
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To what level do Evelyn's social performances extend the role of an artist? A Only to private earning B To humane service and social sensitivity C Only to competitive success D To school examination
Correct answer: B Evelyn's art gives comfort in hospitals and prisons. Remember the social role of the artist in exams.
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Why is calling Evelyn an inspiration not just praise but a social statement? A Because it challenges society's limited thinking about disability B Because it hides her problem C Because it reduces music D Because it rejects practice
Correct answer: A Evelyn's example teaches society to see ability. In exams connect inspiration with social change.
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For what purpose is the mention of language learning important in Evelyn's story? A It shows she was bored with music B It underlines her multi-dimensional learning ability C It proves practice was unnecessary D It shows she left the stage
Correct answer: B Learning languages shows Evelyn's wider ability. In exams do not define her by only one limitation.
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How is the balance between self-reliance and support shown in Evelyn's story? A She receives support yet moves ahead through her own method and practice B She completely rejects support C She depends only on others D She gives up the goal
Correct answer: A Ron Forbes guided her, but Evelyn practised herself. In exams write both support and self-effort.
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