WINGS ENGLISH READER – AI Test Paper (Set 57)

. Why was Pandora sent to the earth?

• • She was the first woman created by God.
• • She had good qualities like kindness, love and patience.
• • She was created and sent to earth as a punishment to mankind for Prometheus' theft of fire.
• • Zeus wanted her to rule the world.

. In the phrase 'an honest girl,' why is 'an' used instead of 'a'?

• • Because 'honest' starts with a vowel letter.
• • Because 'girl' is a common noun.
• • Because 'honest' starts with a vowel sound.
• • Because it refers to a specific girl.

. What was the primary color of Crazy Coot's plumage and tail feathers?

• • Blue
• • Yellow
• • Scarlet
• • Green

. How did the jailer test Kong Hia Chiang's ability to understand birds' speech?

• • By asking him to identify different bird species.
• • By having birds sing different tunes.
• • By spreading rice soaked in sweet and salt water on a roof.
• • By asking birds for directions to a hidden treasure.

. King Sagara performed the aswamedha yagya to:

• • Seek blessings for his sixty thousand sons.
• • Establish the boundary of his empire and assert his kingship.
• • Punish the Gods for their anger.
• • Find a way to bring the Ganga to earth.

. Candy Jane's father called her a ‘Pandora's Box’. What characteristic from Greek mythology does this imply about Candy Jane?

• • She was always carrying a box full of toys.
• • She always did something unexpected and brought unforeseen situations.
• • She was consistently running late for appointments.
• • She was known for her kindness, love, and patience.

. What was the primary motivation for King Sagara to perform the Aswamedha Yagya (sacrifice of the horse)?

• • To seek forgiveness for his cruel sons.
• • To establish the boundary of his empire and assert his authority.
• • To please the gods, especially Indra.
• • To find a way to bring the River Ganga to Earth.

. What made Crazy Coot, Johnny Jay's pet macaw, particularly special and unique?

• • He could sing melodious songs all day long.
• • He had a gentle and calm temperament, rarely getting irritated.
• • He spoke like a man with an odd shrieking tone and could imitate sounds.
• • He was a rare species found only on the island of Guana.

. What was the main lesson the pious man's wife tried to convey to her husband through the tale of the dervish?

• • That one should never save money but spend it all.
• • That it is unwise to make elaborate plans for an uncertain future.
• • That all dreams, no matter how grand, can be achieved with effort.
• • That one should always be grateful for daily provisions.

. What was the final, ironic revelation Madame Loisel received after ten years of hardship to replace the diamond necklace?

• • The original necklace was found in her old house by a new tenant.
• • Madame Forestier confessed that she had lied about lending a necklace.
• • The replacement necklace was actually much more valuable than the original.
• • The original necklace lent by Madame Forestier was an imitation worth very little.

. What are Jennyanydots' main activities once the family is in bed and asleep?

. According to the dying father, what was his main reason for bringing his family to live in a remote place?

. According to Manu, what are some of the common reasons why children, particularly from villages, end up working in factories or on the streets?

. Describe the test devised by the jailer to confirm Kong Hia Chiang's unique ability to understand bird language, and how Kong Hia Chiang responded.

. Describe the events that led to Madame Loisel and her husband's decade of poverty and the ultimate ironic revelation about the diamond necklace.

. Explain in detail the complete legend of how the sacred River Ganga descended from heaven to Earth, including the significant roles played by King Sagara's descendants and the various deities.

. The dervish's jar of honey broke because he accidentally hit it with his stick while daydreaming about beating his future son.

. In the poem 'Vanity is a Horrid Vice,' the Fox genuinely believed that the Raven's voice was melodious and fit for a king.

. Manu's father left him on the train because his family was too _______ to look after their many children.

. King Sagara had two wives: Kesini, who bore him _______ son, Asamanjas, and Sumati, who gave birth to _______ thousand sons.