The Letter
Q&A
Q1(a): Ali's walking to the Post Office daily even in biting cold weather shows his ________.
(i) courage
(ii) optimism
(iii) foolishness
(iv) strength of will
Answer: (iv) strength of will
Q1(b): The Post Office is referred to as Ali's "place of pilgrimage" as he__________.
(i) visited it daily
(ii) came there to pray for a letter from his daughter
(iii) went there with faith and hope
(iv) believed God would bless him if he went there
Answer: (iii) went there with faith and hope
Q1(c): The Post Master's rudeness to Ali reveals his ___________________.
(i) lack of empathy
(ii) preoccupation with his work
(iii) preconceived notions
(iv) sensitivity
Answer: (i) lack of empathy