What do you understand of the natures of Ramanand and Azam Khan from the episode described?
Identify instances in the story that show the business acumen of Ramanand.
Both Ramanand and Azam Khan seem to have very fixed views. How does Ramanand score over Azam Khan towards the end of the story?
Discuss the following in groups of three or four
The episode has been narrated in a light vein. What social mores does the author seem to ridicule?
What do you think are the reasons for the references made to the English people and the British monarchy?
What do you think is the message that the author seems to convey through the story?
Comment on the way in which the theme of the story has been introduced.
How does the insertion of dialogue in the story contribute to its interest?
Nouveau riche and bourgeoise are French words. Collect from newspapers, magazines, and other sources some more French words or expressions that are commonly used in English.
Locate expressions in the text which reflect the Indian idiom, for example, the pride of the generations of his ancestors.
We ‘draw up a deed’. Complete the following phrases with appropriate words
a. …………. one’s word
b. ……………. one’s will
c. ……. ends meet
d. ……………. a loan
e. ……………. a deaf ear to