Question 1

Who is Mridu's grandmother in the story 'A Gift of Chappals'?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Tapi. In the story, Tapi is the name used for Mridu's grandmother with whom she lives in Chennai.

Question 2

What secret did Meena share with Mridu in the backyard?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is A kitten hidden in a bitter-berry bush. Meena took Mridu to the backyard to show her a small kitten they had found that morning.

Question 3

What was the full name given to the kitten by Ravi?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Mahendra-varma Pallava Poonai. Ravi jokingly claimed the kitten was a descendant of the Rishi-Cat of Mahabalipuram.

Question 4

From where did Ravi say the kitten's ancestors came?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Mahabalipuram. Ravi linked the kitten to the Pallava dynasty and the sacred cats of Mahabalipuram.

Question 5

What sound startled Mridu and frightened Mahendran?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is A 'kreeching' sound from the window. This was the sound of Lalli trying to play the violin.