KSEEB 10th English A Great Martyr Ever Cherished Poem Notes Questions and Answers
I. Answer the following questions briefly
Question 1.
The writer speaks of the ‘smile’ that welcomes anyone who enters Hanif s house. What more do we know about this ‘smile’?
Answer:
Lieutenant Hanifuddin fought for the sake of the country during Kargil War and sacrificed his life. He was 25 then. The smile which welcomes the visitors entering the house is from the framed photograph of Hanifuddin. The smile beams from within the confines of a picture frame.
Question 2.
What did Hanif choose as his mission? Why did he do so?
Answer:
He wanted to join the Indian Army and had the urge to serve the Nation. He wanted to change the lives of the people by making them free from any external danger.
Question 3.
Life for Hanif in the beginning was never a smooth sail. Why was it so?
Answer:
When Hanif was eight years old, he lost his father who was an artiste. His mother had to leave her three children and worked hard to earn a living. As a result of this all the three brothers had to depend on their own and earned their livelihood.
Question 4.
The absence of mother from home taught the children something. What was that?
Answer:
They learnt responsibility and depended on themselves. They didn’t become parasites. They understood the importance of duty.
Question 5.
How does the writer describe the ‘introvert’ Hanif?
Answer:
During Hanifs childhood, he lived without friends. Later when he was 14 years old, he made friendship with others. He always helped the people who were in distress which was appreciated by all.
Question 6.
Hanif was a young man with varied talents and interest. Illustrate this statement drawing support from the text.
Answer
Hanif was interested in art and music. He loved playing drums. As a drummer, he also got fame and name. He extended his musical talent with his brother.
II. Answer the following questions:
Question 1.
Share your thoughts and impression of Hanif with your classmates.
Answer:
Hanif was a brave army lieutenant who sacrificed his life fighting in the Kargil War. He also faced many hardships and made up his mind to serve the country. He joined the Army and served his country. He used to help those who were in distress. He underwent tough training and was happy to serve his Nation. Besides this, he loved music, art and painting.
Question 2.
Imagine you had the opportunity of interviewing Hanif. Prepare a suitable questionnaire. Write probable reply from Hanif. Share your views with your group. e.g.You may begin like this
Answer:
I feel very happy if I get the opportunity of interviewing Hanif. As a journalist I would interview him as under :
You: Good evening, I am a journalist and I report for Deccan Herald. Would you mind sharing your experience with our readers please?
Hanif: Come on, It’s a pleasure talking to you people, I mean reporters. Well, I’m ready.
You : What made you to join the Indian Army?
Hanif: I wanted to serve my country. I have this desire. So I joined the Indian Army.
You: Has did you accept life when you. lose your father and after your mother left you to earn livelihood ?
Hanif: I accepted the hardships with strong bent of mind. I never felt discouraged.
You: How was your training ?
Hanif: It was really very tough which made me strong.
You: Where was your first posting ?
Hanif: At Rajputana at Jaipur.
You: May I know your hobbies ?
Hanif: Music, painting and chatting with friends.
You: What is your motto ?
Hanif: To help people who are in distress and I want to serve my country.
You: I wish you all the success. I pray God to give you enough strength.
Hanif: Thank you.