Value Based Questions

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Marks: 5 Class IX Word Limit: 100 wds.


THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO MUCH

1. The Professor answered with a phrase that was to become familiar to all of us. - No
sergeant. Its all a matter of intelligent reading

Showing off ones knowledge is a vice not a virtue. Elaborate.

Value Points
Learning is a continuous process
Sharing of knowledge
Humility
Respecting the other is also important.

2. Technical definitions, the parts of the rifle, its use and care, he had them all by heart He
had brains. He was sure to get a commission, before long.

Quench was indeed brilliant - well-read and knowledgeable. Do you think this gave him the right
to be disrespectful to his teachers? Give reasons for your answer.

Value Points
Admired for intellect by teachers and peers
Too overbearing, condescending, boastful
Teacher a guru mentor, guide
Way of exhibiting knowledge and forwarding views not in keeping with the decorum
Need to respect the point of view of others


KEEPING IT FROM HAROLD

3. Mr. Bramble wanted to hide the truth about his profession because he did not
consider it a dignified one. Do you think it was the right attitude? Justify.

Value Points
All sports recognized and reputed world wide
Dignity of Professions
Self-esteem is a pre-requisite to respect from others
He did earn fame , glory , recognition and money as Young Porky

4. But Harold, Jerry. Hed die of the disgrace of it.

Harold is bullied and made fun of by his peers at school.
After reading the story you recollect one such incident of a student bullying your friend who
didnt belong to a very well to do family. It greatly disturbed you. On reaching home you write a
diary entry reflecting on the incident.

Value Points
Respect for all irrespective of economic status or class
All professions respectful dignity of labour
Being sensitive towards the other
Instilling a sense of self-esteem

THE BISHOPS CANDLESTICKS

5. Bishop: Here Marie , take my comforter , itll keep you warm..
What values does the bishop display?

Value Points
Service to humanity is service to God
Upheld Christian values of selflessness, benevolence, charity,empathy,compassion
Charity begins at home
Bishops duty to help people of parish


6 Bishop: I think you have suffered much . Tell me about it You have walked far;
you are tired. Lie down and sleep on the couch there, and I will get you some covering.

In the play The Bishops Candlesticks, the bishop reforms the convict through his
understanding and empathetic attitude.
Keeping in mind the benevolence of the bishop write an article for your school magazine on the
topic Love and forgiveness can reform all.

Value Points
Understood suffering and grief of convict
Empathised with him
Treated him with respect and care to reaffirm his faith in God and humanity
Gave chance to introspect and reflect in order to reform
Gave him an opportunity to live with dignity