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A. Tick the correct answer:  (MCQs)

1. Akbar was in the habit of putting ___________ and puzzles to his courtiers.
a. riddles b. toys c. questions d. clothes

2. Once Akbar asked a very ___________ question.
a. tough b. easy c. intelligent d. strange

3. Birbal knew the nature of the:

a. minister b. farmer c. royal leader d. emperor
4. Akbar said, How many ___________ are there in this city?

a. parrots b. crows c. sparrows d. donkeys

B. Fill in the blanks by choosing the correct word:

1. Akbar often asked questions which were ___________ and witty. [strange/foolish]
2. The courtiers were ___________ at Akbar s question. [frightened/shocked]

3. May I know the question so that I can ____________ for an answer, asked Birbal. [solve/try]
4. Birbal said, Make your men ___________ , my lord. [count/discover]

C. Tick the correct statement:

1. Akbar often asked questions which were strange and witty.

2. Once Akbar asked a very easy question.
3. Birbal who knew the nature of the emperor quickly grasped the situation.

4. Akbar was not pleased by Birbal s wit.

D. Answer the following questions:

1. What was Akbar s nature?
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2. How did Birbal understand the situation of the court?
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3. What reply did Birbal give to Akbar s question?
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4. Was Akbar pleased by Birbal s wisdom?

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