The Tale of Melon City
Mizoram Board · Class 11 · English
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Who is the author of 'The Tale of Melon City' and from which collection is it taken?
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The author is Vikram Seth. The poem is taken from 'Mappings' which was published in 1981 and is included in the Collected Poems by Vikram Seth.
How is the King initially described in the poem?
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The King is described as 'just and placid' - meaning he is fair and calm in nature. However, the poem questions whether he carries his notion of justice too far.
What event triggers the chain of events leading to the King's downfall?
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The King loses his crown when riding under an arch that was built too low. This incident sets off the series of events where he seeks someone to blame and punish for the 'disgrace'.
Explain the chain of blame that occurs after the arch incident.
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King blames chief of builders → Chief blames workmen → Workmen blame masons → Masons blame architect → Architect blames the King himself for making amendments to the original plans.
Who is the 'wisest man' and what advice does he give?
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The wisest man is described as very old, unable to walk or see, representing traditional wisdom. He advises that 'the culprit must be punished' but ironically suggests hanging the arch itself, showing…
What does the Councillor say when they try to hang the arch?
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The Councillor asks, 'How can we hang so shamefully / What touched your head, Your Majesty?' pointing out the absurdity of hanging something that came in contact with the royal head.
Why does the King decide that someone must be hanged regardless of guilt?
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The King notices the restless crowd muttering aloud and fears their mood. He decides to 'postpone consideration of finer points like guilt' because 'The nation wants a hanging' and someone must be han…
How is the final victim chosen for hanging?
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The noose is set up high and each man is measured. Only one man is tall enough to fit the noose - ironically, it is the King himself. He is hanged by his own Royal Decree.
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