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1

Which quality does Dr. Kurien hope the young generation will show when going out into the world?

2

How did Evelyn Glennie learn to sense musical notes without hearing them through her ears?

3

Who was the percussionist that recognized Evelyn Glennie's musical potential and encouraged her?

4

In the listening passage, what physical challenge did Evelyn Glennie overcome?

5

What is the main objective of Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS)?

6

In the word 'present', where is the syllable stress placed when it is used as a VERB (preSENT)?

7

Choose the correct option to complete the sentence: 'Please remember to bring ________ assignment book.'

8

Choose the correct option to fill in the blank: 'The tree lost ________ leaves in the winter.'

9

What is the primary function of the longer dash called an em dash (—)?

10

Who wrote the poem 'Don't Quit' included in the chapter?

11

What did Dr. Kurien observe about the connection between people's life circumstances and their happiness?

12

What is the definition of 'musings' given in the text?

13

What does the expression 'abiding pleasure' mean?

14

What is the meaning of the word 'fleeting' as used in the chapter?

15

Which revolution in India focused on increasing fisheries production and productivity?

16

The Green Revolution in India, which introduced high-yielding varieties of wheat and rice, was initiated by __________.

17

Because of his leadership in the White Revolution, Dr. Verghese Kurien is known as the __________.

18

What advice did Dr. Kurien and his wife give to Siddharth when he wanted to keep the medal?

19

Which prestigious national award did the President of India present to Dr. Kurien in 1999?

20

According to Dr. Kurien, what is the true meaning of failure?

21

How did Dr. Kurien's wife support his work in Anand?

22

According to Dr. Kurien, what does personal integrity mean?

23

Which value did Dr. Kurien describe as the most important of all values?

24

Who was Dr. Kurien's mentor and supporter in Anand?

25

Which of the following was NOT an alternative career option Dr. Kurien could have pursued?