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ICSE · Class 8 · English Literature: Book 'Gulmohar'
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What historical movement begins on 8 August 1942 in this chapter?
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The Quit India Movement begins on 8 August 1942. It was a major freedom movement in India and forms the background of the story.
Why do Babu and Manju become involved in the events at Narayanpur?
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Their schools close, their father is jailed, and the family moves to Narayanpur. Mohan is already involved in the movement, so the children become part of the changing situation around them.
Who is Mohan in the story?
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Mohan is Babu and Manju's elder brother. He takes part in the Quit India Movement, marches in the procession carrying a picture of the Mahatma, and later helps with the cyclostyling work.
Who is Patil?
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Patil is the family's father's old school friend and now a Sub-Inspector of Police. He warns the family about the coming search and helps them remove the cyclostyling machine before the real police ar…
What is the DSP's role in the procession scene?
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The DSP is a Deputy Superintendent of Police who meets the students at the barred gates of the collector's office and receives the written notice from them.
What is a cyclostyling machine?
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A cyclostyling machine is a device used to make multiple copies of documents. In the story, it is used for copying written material secretly.
Why is the puja room chosen for the cyclostyling work?
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The puja room is chosen because a light there will look more normal. This helps the family hide the activity without drawing attention.
What happens when Babu and Manju go to watch the procession?
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They leave the house key with their neighbour Ramabai and secretly go to watch the procession without their mother's knowledge.
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