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🎶 Chapter 6: Twin Melodies • Critical Reflection

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Q1

I Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow.

1. SHRUTI: There is need to worry Iqbal! You don't know papa. He is very strict about these things. He will think it a desecration of the violin to be played to Western tunes. Papa firmly believes that Classical Hindustani music, with its ragas and aalaaps, is the only kind of music that an artist of any worth should play. I don't want papa to feel that I don't care about his opinions, because I do. It's just that I want to give this a try too. I just don't know how to tell him in the right way!
IQBAL: All ways are right ways, Shruti. He is your father, he will understand.

  • (i) Select the option that correctly identifies Shruti's situation.
    A. in denial
    B. indifferent
    C. confident
    D. in a dilemma
  • (ii) What does Shruti mean by 'the right way', in the sentence, "I just don't know how to tell him in the right way!"?
  • (iii) Complete the following with a suitable reason.
    We can say that the extract reflects the generational gap in understanding art and tradition because ________________.
  • (iv) Explain how Iqbal's words were meant as an assurance to Shruti.
  • (v) Fill in the blank with a phrase from the extract.
    The critics argued that only films which provoke thoughtful discussion are ________________.
  • (i) Answer: D. in a dilemma
  • (ii) Answer: She means finding an approach that communicates her creative curiosity without hurting her father or making him feel disrespected.
  • (iii) Answer: the older generation adheres strictly to traditional classical forms, whereas the younger generation wants to innovate and experiment through fusion.
  • (iv) Answer: Iqbal reassures her that parental love transcends strict opinions and that honest communication will lead to understanding.
  • (v) Answer: of any worth
Q2

2. Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow.

NABIN: I underestimated the power of our own music. I was afraid you would be lost to us. I realise that my fears were baseless. After all each bay, its own wind. I trust you Shruti and I will root for your group at the concert!
(Shruti hugs both of her parents)

  • (i) Select the suitable option to complete the sentence.
    Nabin's breakthrough in his understanding of artistic freedom, highlights a bridge between ________________.
    A. personal ambition and professional success
    B. traditional values and modern expressions
    C. strict discipline and casual learning
    D. historical techniques and futuristic innovations
  • (ii) Fill in the blank with a suitable phrase.
    The extract uses the word 'lost' both in the sense of losing ________________ and physical separation.
  • (iii) In the line, 'Shruti hugs her parents', which word from those given below, does not show what it conveys?
    reconciliation | acceptance | harmony | understanding | duty
  • (iv) What can be inferred about Shruti's future in music following her father's expression of trust and support?
  • (v) Identify the phrase that refers to the uniqueness of each artist's journey and style.
  • (i) Answer: B. traditional values and modern expressions
  • (ii) Answer: cultural identity / musical roots
  • (iii) Answer: duty
  • (iv) Answer: Shruti will continue to explore diverse musical styles and fusion without fear, knowing she has the artistic freedom and backing of her family.
  • (v) Answer: 'each bay, its own wind'