Notes By Ranjit sir

Class 12 – Subjective

Bihar Board | Exam Oriented Answers

📘 This page contains important subjective questions & answers from Class 12 English, specially prepared for Bihar Board examination.
Q.1 Why did the poet consider it “a king in exile”?
The poet considered it a “king in exile” because it looked peaceful, majestic and innocent. Though it was powerful like a king, it was living away from its kingdom. It symbolises dignity, loneliness and quiet strength.
Q.2 Is the soldier afraid of death?
No, the soldier is not afraid of death. He believes that if he dies, a corner of a foreign land will be forever England because of his sacrifice.
Q.3 In what sense does the fire forget its dead?
Fire forgets its dead when it leaves the body half-burnt. The poet criticizes this careless act and considers it immoral and inhuman.
Q.4 Why did the Indians blame the British for their suffering?
Indians blamed the British because it was an easy way to escape from their own responsibilities and failures in real life.
Q.5 What information did Sanders give that made the Johnsons happy?
Sanders told the Johnsons that their son Benjy was buying their land. This news brought happiness and relief to them.
Q.6 What made Seibei’s heart beat faster?
Seibei’s heart beat faster when he saw a gourd about five inches long in the market. Something about its shape deeply attracted him.
Q.7 What were the major concerns of early Indian English poets?
The early Indian English poets were mainly concerned with patriotism, national awakening and the glorious past of India. Their poetry reflected love for the motherland and the desire for freedom and self-respect.
Q.8 Why are Indians quick learners of English?
Indians are quick learners of English because Indian languages belong to the Indo-European family. English is widely used in education, administration and professional life, which makes Indians familiar and comfortable with the language.
Q.9 Name two major influences on Old English.
Two major influences on Old English were:
1. The introduction of Christianity
2. The Viking (Danish) invasions
Q.10 What made Seibei’s heart beat faster?
Seibei’s heart beat faster when he saw a small gourd about five inches long. He was deeply attracted to it because of his passion for collecting and polishing gourds.
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