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The Elevator — Important Questions

ICSE · Class 10 · English Literature-Treasure Chest ( Poems and Short Stories)

68 important questions from The Elevator for ICSE Class 10 English Literature-Treasure Chest, with answers. Written for the board exams 2027.

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Important Questions from The Elevator

1multiple choice
1 marks

Who insists that Martin must use the elevator?

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Martin’s father

Martin’s father tells him that climbing 17 flights of stairs every day is unreasonable, so he must use the elevator.

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1 marks

What does the woman do during Martin’s first ride in the elevator?

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She stares at him and says nothing

The woman’s silent stare is what makes the first encounter disturbing.

3multiple choice
1 marks

What is the woman wearing?

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A green coat

The woman is clearly identified by her green coat, which makes her easy to recognize.

4multiple choice
1 marks

Which line is the story’s final line?

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Hello, Martin.

The story ends with the woman saying, “Hello, Martin.” This is the most chilling moment.

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