Question 1

What was the season mentioned at the beginning of the story?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Hilsa fish. The story begins by describing how it was the season for Hilsa fish, and everyone, from fishermen to courtiers, was talking about nothing else.

Question 2

Why was the King annoyed with his courtiers?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Because they were only talking about Hilsa fish. The King was tired of hearing about the fish constantly, even in the royal court where important matters should have been discussed.

Question 3

What challenge did the King give to Gopal?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is To bring a Hilsa fish to the palace without anyone asking about it. The King challenged Gopal's wit by asking him to buy a huge Hilsa and bring it to the court without a single person mentioning the fish.

Question 4

How did Gopal prepare his face before going to buy the fish?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is He half-shaved his face. To look like a madman and distract people from the fish, Gopal shaved only half of his beard.

Question 5

What did Gopal smear on his body?

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is Ash. Gopal smeared ash on his body as part of his disguise to look like a disheveled and crazy person.

Gopal and the Hilsa Fish — NCERT Class 7 English Important Questions & Revision Notes