NCERT Solutions for Class 11 English (Hornbill) The browning version [Old Book]

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CLASS - 11th

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Class : 11th

Subject : English

Chapter : 6

Chapter Name : The Browning version

Q1 Comment on the attitude shown by Taplow towards Crocker-Harris.

Answer. Taplow is much obedient and revered towards his strict but unbiased teacher Mr
Crocker Harris. As shown in the chapter he shares his experiences to Frank about Mr Crocker
Harris depicting him a soleful devoted teacher who is strict on his principles of teaching. No
student had ever dare to bluff Mr Harris for his stern behavior. Despite his strictness,Taplow
always has shown his likeness for him.

Q2 Does Frank seem to encourage Taplow’s comments on Crocker- Harris?

Answer. Yes, Frank tries to encourage Taplow's comments on Crocker - Harris which can be
manifested through various instances. Asking Taplow about Crocker-Harris being a sadist and
repeating his imitation depicts his keenness on Taplow's comments on Crocker-Harris.

Q3 What do you gather about Crocker-Harris from the play?

Answer. Crocker Harris is a stern teacher who never compromises on his principles of teaching.
He is neither biased nor partial. Although he is strictly bound to rules and regulations, he is not a
sadist. He is still liked by Taplow despite his harsh behavior.

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Q2 The manner you adopt when you talk about a teacher to other teachers.

Answer. The manner of talking to teachers about other teachers should always be generous
and respectful. I do the same.

Page : 56 , Block Name : Talking about the text

Q3 Reading plays is more interesting than studying science.

Answer. It's always a matter of one's personal fascination.

Page : 56 , Block Name : Talking about the text

Q A sadist is a person who gets pleasure out of giving pain to others. Given below are some
dictionary definitions of certain kinds of persons.

Find out the words that fit these descriptions.

1. A person who considers it very important that things should be correct or genuine e.g. in the
use of language or in the arts: Perfectionist

2. A person who believes that war and violence are wrong and will not fight in a war: Pacifist

3. A person who believes that nothing really exists: Nihilist

4. A person who is always hopeful and expects the best in all things: Optimist

5. A person who follows generally accepted norms of behaviour: Conventionalist

6. A person who believes that material possessions are all that matter in life: M...

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Book Name : Hornbill Ncert Solutions | Chapter-6 English

Answer. Materialistic

Page : 56 , Block Name : Working with words

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