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Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 12 · English

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What was the brand name of the makeup material used at Gemini Studios?

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Who was considered No. 2 at Gemini Studios?

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What was the author's main job at Gemini Studios?

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Why was the makeup room described as having 'fiery misery'?

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Which nationalities were represented in the makeup department? (Select all correct answers)

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Bengali, Maharashtrian, Kannadiga, Tamil

The makeup department included a Bengali, Maharashtrian, Dharwar Kannadiga, Andhra, Madras Indian Christian, Anglo-Burmese, and local Tamils, showing national integration.

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The office boy in the makeup department was disappointed because he had hoped to become which of the following? (Select all correct answers)

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A star actor, A screenwriter, A director, A lyrics writer

The office boy had entered the studios hoping to become a star actor, top screenwriter, director, or lyrics writer, but ended up applying makeup to crowd players.

3multiple choice

What was Subbu's main advantage that helped him succeed?

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Being born a Brahmin

The author mentions that by virtue of being born a Brahmin, Subbu had exposure to more affluent situations and people, which helped his career.

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True or False: Subbu wrote a novel called 'Thillana Mohanambal'.

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True

Yes, Subbu wrote a sprawling novel called 'Thillana Mohanambal' with dozens of deftly etched characters, recreating the mood of early 20th century Devadasis.

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What are the important topics in Poets and Pancakes (Asokamitran) for Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 English?
Key topics in Poets and Pancakes (Asokamitran) include Chapter Overview and Central Idea, The Make-up Department, The Office Boy and His Frustration, Kothamangalam Subbu: The Many-Sided Genius. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 board exam.
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