A letter to God
Uttar Pradesh Board · Class 10 · English
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Get startedWho is the author of 'A Letter to God'?
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G.L. Fuentes is the author of 'A Letter to God'. The story explores themes of faith, innocence, and human nature through the character of Lencho, a simple farmer.
Who is Lencho and what is his occupation?
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Lencho is the protagonist of the story. He is a farmer who lives with his family in a house on a hilltop in a valley. He is described as 'an ox of a man, working like an animal in the fields' but he k…
What natural disaster destroys Lencho's crops?
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A severe hailstorm destroys Lencho's crops. Initially, it starts as welcome rain, but then turns into large hailstones that completely destroy the cornfield, leaving nothing behind. The field becomes …
Why does Lencho compare raindrops to 'new coins'?
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Lencho compares raindrops to 'new coins' because rain is very valuable to him as a farmer. He says 'The big drops are ten cent pieces and the little ones are fives' because the rain will help his crop…
What does Lencho ask for in his letter to God?
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Lencho asks God for a hundred pesos in his letter. He needs this money to sow his field again and to support his family until the next crop comes, since the hailstorm has destroyed everything.
How does the postmaster react when he sees Lencho's letter addressed 'To God'?
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The postmaster first laughs heartily at the unusual address, but then becomes serious. He is impressed by Lencho's faith and decides to help him so as not to shake his faith in God. He comments, 'What…
How much money does the postmaster manage to collect for Lencho?
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The postmaster manages to collect only a little more than half of what Lencho requested. He asked for money from his employees, gave part of his own salary, and got contributions from friends. He coul…
How does Lencho react when he receives the money?
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Lencho shows no surprise at receiving the money - such was his confidence in God. However, he becomes angry when he counts the money and finds it's less than what he asked for. He believes God could n…
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