Questions 9–12 — Answer any 3 (3 × 2 = 6) .9. What is a Horegallu and what is its meaning? Answer: A horegallu is a stone bench placed under a shady tree , usually in villages, where travellers can sit and rest. Literally, horegallu means “a stone that can bear weight.” In the lesson, it also symbolises people who patiently listen to the worries of others and help them lighten their emotional burdens. .10. What does the title Amigo Brothe…
SECTION V – MODEL ANSWERS Questions 26–28 — 8 Scores Each (2 × 8 = 16) 26. Prepare an essay discussing the space of women in a family. The Space of Women in a Family Women occupy a central place in family life. Traditionally, they have been expected to care for children, manage the household and maintain family relationships. Literature, however, shows us that while women often provide the emotional foundation of a family, their individualit…
SECTION IV – MODEL ANSWERS Questions 20–25 — 6 Scores Each (5 × 6 = 30) .20. Prepare a write-up on ‘Mother Love’ based on the poem Any Woman . Mother Love Katherine Tynan's poem Any Woman is a beautiful celebration of motherhood and unconditional maternal love. The poet presents the mother as the central force that holds a family together. The mother compares herself to the pillars of the house that support the roof and to the keystone o…
< Amigo Brothers – Piri Thomas Antonio Cruz and Felix Vargas are childhood friends who love boxing. Both are selected to fight each other in the division finals of the Golden Gloves Championship. They train together and share a strong friendship , but both want to win fairly. Before the fight, they agree not to see each other until the day of the bout to stay focused. Felix stays at his Aunt Lucy’s place to avoid distractions. On…
<🥊 1. “Amigo Brothers” is a story of true friendship and sportsmanship. Discuss. (Introduction of Antonio Cruz and Felix Vargas - childhood friendship - shared passion for boxing - called Amigo Brothers - selected to fight against each other - decision to stay apart before the fight - mutual respect and affection - fair competition - reunion after the match - friendship stronger than victory) Answer Piri Thomas’s short story “Amigo Bro…
Amigo Brothers – Piri Thomas Paragraph Questions and Answers <🥊 1. Describe the friendship between Antonio Cruz and Felix Vargas. Answer Antonio Cruz and Felix Vargas are two young boxers who share a deep and special friendship. They are known as the Amigo Brothers because they are more like brothers than ordinary friends. They grew up together in the same neighbourhood and developed a common interest in boxing. Both of them trained togethe…
