Question 1

Who is the author of the story 'The Midnight Visitor'?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Robert Arthur. He is an American writer known best for his mystery stories, including 'The Midnight Visitor' featuring secret agent Ausable.

Question 2

What is the profession of Ausable?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Secret Agent. Ausable is a secret agent who deals with espionage, secret reports, and dangerous situations despite not looking like a typical spy.

Question 3

Who is Fowler in the story?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is A writer. Fowler is a young and romantic writer who came to spend an evening with Ausable, hoping to get some thrill and excitement.

Question 4

How does Fowler feel when he first meets Ausable?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Disappointed. Fowler is disappointed because Ausable is very fat and sloppy, completely unlike the romantic picture of a spy he had in his mind.

Question 5

Who is Max in the story?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Another secret agent. Max is a slender, cunning rival secret agent who comes to steal an important report from Ausable at gunpoint.

Footprints Without Feet: The Midnight Visitor — NCERT Class 10 English Important Questions & Revision Notes