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Bholi is a story about a girl named Sulekha, nicknamed Bholi, who overcomes her challenges with speech and self-esteem through education and empowerment.
Bholi - Practice Worksheet
Strengthen your foundation with key concepts and basic applications.
This worksheet covers essential long-answer questions to help you build confidence in Bholi from Foot Prints Without feet for Class X (English).
Questions
Why was Bholi's father worried about her?
Consider Bholi's physical and mental condition and the societal norms of the time.
For what unusual reasons was Bholi sent to school?
Think about the societal expectations and the pressure from the Tehsildar.
How did Bholi's teacher play an important role in changing the course of her life?
Focus on the teacher's methods of encouragement and the impact on Bholi's self-esteem.
Why did Bholi at first agree to an unequal match and later reject the marriage?
Consider Bholi's sense of duty versus her self-respect and the role of education in her decision.
Why is Bholi called Sulekha again at the end of the story?
Think about the significance of names and identity in the story.
How does the story 'Bholi' highlight the issue of gender inequality?
Consider the different opportunities and expectations for boys and girls in the story.
What role does education play in Bholi's life?
Focus on the changes in Bholi's character and her actions post-education.
How does the story 'Bholi' reflect the changing social attitudes towards girls' education?
Compare the traditional and modern views on girls' education presented in the story.
What message does the story 'Bholi' convey about the importance of self-respect?
Consider Bholi's actions and decisions in the context of self-respect.
How does the story 'Bholi' inspire readers to challenge societal norms?
Focus on Bholi's defiance and the role of education in enabling her to challenge norms.
Bholi - Mastery Worksheet
Advance your understanding through integrative and tricky questions.
This worksheet challenges you with deeper, multi-concept long-answer questions from Bholi to prepare for higher-weightage questions in Class X English.
Questions
Why was Bholi's father worried about her? Discuss the societal norms that influenced his concerns.
Consider the societal expectations from women during that time and how Bholi's condition affected her marriage prospects.
Compare and contrast Bholi's life before and after she started going to school.
Focus on her self-perception and how others treated her before and after her education.
How did Bholi's teacher play a pivotal role in her transformation? Discuss the qualities of the teacher that made her effective.
Think about the teacher's approach to teaching and how it differed from Bholi's experiences at home.
Why did Bholi initially agree to marry Bishamber and later refuse? What does this reveal about her character development?
Consider Bholi's motivations at both stages and how her education influenced her decision.
Analyze the significance of Bholi being called Sulekha at the end of the story.
Reflect on the meaning of names and identity in the story.
Discuss the role of education in Bholi's life. How does it empower her to challenge societal norms?
Think about how education changed Bholi's perspective on her rights and self-worth.
What does Bholi's story tell us about the treatment of girls in society? Compare it with the current scenario.
Compare past and present societal attitudes towards girls' education and rights.
How does the story 'Bholi' critique the dowry system? Provide examples from the text.
Look for instances where dowry influences characters' decisions and the consequences thereof.
Explain the symbolism of the garland being thrown into the fire by Bholi.
Consider the garland as a symbol of marital acceptance and what its destruction signifies.
Imagine you are Bholi's teacher. Write a diary entry expressing your thoughts on her transformation and her act of defiance.
Focus on the teacher's observations of Bholi's growth and the emotional impact of her final act of defiance.
Bholi - Challenge Worksheet
Push your limits with complex, exam-level long-form questions.
The final worksheet presents challenging long-answer questions that test your depth of understanding and exam-readiness for Bholi in Class X.
Questions
Analyze the transformation of Bholi from a timid girl to a confident individual. What factors contributed to this change?
Consider the role of education and supportive relationships in personal development.
Evaluate the societal attitudes towards girls' education as depicted in the story. How do these attitudes affect Bholi's life?
Reflect on the intersection of gender, education, and societal expectations.
Discuss the significance of the title 'Bholi' in the context of the story. How does it reflect the protagonist's journey?
Think about how names can carry stereotypes and how individuals can defy them.
Compare and contrast Bholi's relationship with her family and her teacher. How do these relationships influence her?
Consider the emotional and psychological effects of support versus neglect.
Examine the role of education in empowering Bholi. How does it enable her to make a significant life decision?
Reflect on the transformative power of education beyond academic learning.
Critically assess the character of Bishamber Nath. What does his behavior reveal about societal norms regarding marriage?
Analyze how societal norms can perpetuate inequality and exploitation.
How does the story 'Bholi' challenge traditional gender roles? Provide examples from the text.
Look for instances where Bholi defies expectations set for her by society.
Discuss the symbolism of the garland incident in the story. What does it represent?
Consider the act of defiance as a turning point in the narrative.
Evaluate the ending of the story. Is Bholi's decision to not marry and instead serve her parents and teach a feminist act?
Think about the nuances of feminist actions and the context in which they occur.
Imagine an alternative ending where Bholi agrees to marry Bishamber Nath. How would this change the story's message?
Consider how endings shape the moral or message of a story.
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