Telangana Board Class 10 English — Flashcards for Quick Revision

A: Personality development is shown as the growth of a person's attitude, confidence, behaviour, and determination. A strong personality is not based on looks or physical condition, but on courage, self-

A: Nick Vujicic is a motivational speaker who was born with no arms and legs due to Phocomelia. He is important because he shows how courage, independence, and a positive attitude can help a person achie

A: The phrase means that a person's attitude decides how high that person can rise in life. A positive mind, courage, and self-belief help a person overcome difficulties and achieve success.

A: The chapter presents humour through two different texts: a one-act play about a greedy family and a folktale about a potter who becomes famous by accident. Both texts use comic situations, misundersta

A: It is a one-act play because the action is compact, the number of characters is limited, the setting is single, and the plot moves quickly towards a surprise ending. The whole story is shown in one co

A: The main characters are Mrs. Amelia Slater, Mrs. Elizabeth Jordan, Henry Slater, Ben Jordan, Victoria Slater, and Abel Merryweather. Mrs. Slater and Mrs. Jordan are sisters, Henry and Ben are their hu

A: The unit focuses on the quality of human relationships. It shows neglect of the old, family love and sacrifice, the suffering of women in a harsh home, and the danger of living on easy instalments. Th

A: He is an unnamed old man who feels lonely, ignored, and unseen by people around him. He tries to smile and reach out, but nobody notices him. The excerpt presents the sadness of neglect in old age.

A: It suggests that old people should be treated with kindness, attention, and respect. Ignoring them makes them feel unwanted and helpless. The excerpt builds sympathy for the loneliness of old age.