The Snake and The Mirror 9th English
1) Who does the story revolve around?
- a) A homeopath discussing snakes
- b) A doctor living in a rented room
- c) A snake looking into a mirror
- d) A group of friends talking about animals
2) What time of day does the story begin?
- a) Early morning
- b) Afternoon
- c) Evening
- d) Late night
3) What financial situation is the doctor in?
- a) Wealthy
- b) Comfortable
- c) Struggling
- d) Desperate
4) Why does the doctor open the windows before making his bed?
- a) To admire the view.
- b) To let in more light.
- c) To improve ventilation.
- d) To listen for sounds outside.
5) What book does the doctor use when trying to sleep?
- a) A novel.
- b) A textbook on medicine.
- c) A religious text.
- d) A travel guide.
6) Why does the doctor look in the mirror?
- a) To check his appearance before going out.
- b) To admire himself and try to appear more handsome.
- c) To fix his hair.
- d) To adjust his clothing.
7) What two decisions does the doctor make while looking in the mirror?
- a) Start exercising and eat healthier.
- b) Learn a new language and travel the world.
- c) Grow a moustache and smile more often.
- d) Cut his hair and buy new clothes.
8) What sound keeps disturbing the doctor?
- a) Thunderstorm.
- b) Traffic noise.
- c) Animal sounds.
- d) Rats moving above his room.
9) What is the his profession?
- a) Homeo
- b) Lawyer.
- c) Teacher.
- d) Doctor.
10) What is the doctor's marital status?
- a) Married with children.
- b) Single with a fiancee.
- c) Divorced.
- d) Single and looking for a wife.
11) How does the doctor feel about his looks?
- a) Insecure and self-conscious.
- b) Confident and attractive.
- c) Uninterested and indifferent.
- d) Proud and successful.
12) What is the main theme of the story so far?
- a) Medical practice in a small town.
- b) Overcoming financial difficulties.
- c) Dealing with insomnia and loneliness.
- d) The human fascination with appearance and self-image.
13) What tone does the story take towards the doctor's decisions?
- a) Critical and mocking.
- b) Sympathetic and understanding.
- c) Neutral and factual.
- d) Humorous and lighthearted.
14) What foreshadowing element might be present in the repeated mention of the sound from above?
- a) The doctor getting a promotion.
- b) The doctor falling in love.
- c) The doctor encountering a snake.
- d) The doctor winning a lottery.
15) What prediction can you make about the next part of the story based on the information given so far?
- a) The doctor will successfully become a famous doctor.
- b) The doctor will find a cure for a major disease.
- c) The doctor will have a humorous encounter with a snake.
- d) The doctor will solve a mysterious crime in his town.
16) How does the doctor react initially to the snake landing on him?
- a) He jumps and screams.
- b) He freezes in shock.
- c) He laughs nervously.
- d) He attacks the snake.
17) What goes through the doctor's mind as he sits still with the snake on him?
- a) He plans his escape route.
- b) He contemplates life and death.
- c) He regrets his past mistakes.
- d) He fantasizes about wealth and fame.
18) What does the doctor ultimately attribute his survival to?
- a) His quick thinking and reflexes.
- b) The kindness of a stranger.
- c) The intervention of a higher power.
- d) The snake's lack of interest in him.
19) When does the snake move away from the doctor?
- a) When he starts praying.
- b) When he offers it food.
- c) When he tries to escape.
- d) When it sees its reflection in the mirror.
20) What does the doctor do after escaping from the snake?
- a) He confronts the thief who stole his belongings.
- b) He seeks medical treatment for his snakebite.
- c) He moves to a new room with better security.
- d) He celebrates his encounter with the snake.
21) What humorous detail does the doctor mention about the thief?
- a) They left behind a valuable treasure.
- b) They took only his dirty vest.
- c) They left a funny note for him.
- d) They fell asleep in his room.
22) Does the doctor ever see the snake again?
- a) No, he never sees it again.
- b) Yes, he sees it the next day in the same room.
- c) Yes, he sees it later transformed into a beautiful woman.
- d) Yes, he sees it in a dream, thanking him for its escape.
23) What is the main theme of the story?
- a) The dangers of living alone.
- b) The importance of self-reflection.
- c) The humor of unexpected encounters.
- d) The power of faith and belief.
24) What tone does the story take towards the doctor's character?
- a) Critical and judgmental.
- b) Sympathetic and understanding.
- c) Humorous and lighthearted.
- d) Serious and philosophical.
25) What message does the story convey about snakes?
- a)They are dangerous and should be feared
- b) They are intelligent and appreciate beauty.
- c)They are often misunderstood creatures.
- d)They are unpredictable and should be avoided.
26) What can be inferred about the doctor's personality from his actions and thoughts?
- a) He is brave and resourceful.
- b) He is introspective and philosophical.
- c) He is superstitious and fearful.
- d) He is materialistic and self-centered
27) What makes this story unique and interesting?
- a) The realistic portrayal of a doctor's life.
- b) The unexpected encounter with a snake.
- c) The humorous way the doctor reacts to the situation.
- d) The philosophical message about life and death.
28) What literary devices are used in the story?
- a) Flashback and foreshadowing.
- b) Irony and symbolism.
- c) Personification and hyperbole.
- d) All of the above.
29) What does the story tell us about human nature?
- a)Our fear of the unknown.
- b)Our tendency to overreact in stressful situations.
- c)Our fascination with our own reflection.
- d)All of the above.
30) The doctor narrates his encounter with the snake and the subsequent theft of his belongings. What does this reveal about his priorities and sense of humor?
- a) He reveals a deep fear of snakes and prioritizes material possessions over his well-being.
- b) He prioritizes seeking medical attention after escaping the snake and finds the theft more humorous than the encounter itself.
- c) He values his freedom and self-preservation above all else, while finding the thief's peculiar choice of leaving his dirty vest amusing.
- d) He shows no regard for personal safety or material loss, focusing solely on philosophical reflections about life and death.
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