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Chapter: 6
UNDERSTANDING THE TEXT
1. Comment on the attitude shown by Taplow towards Crocker-Harris.
Ans. Taplow is respectful towards Mr. Crocker-Harris and likes him for his principles. He criticises him for being a feelingless person yet regards him an extraordinary master. He is mortally afraid of him and dare not cut the extra work even on the last day of the term. He tells Frank how much he dislikes the play ‘Agamemnon’. He confesses that the play is not that bad but he likes science. Also, he points out that the way Mr Harris teaches it is terrible. Taplow feels different. As he is not like other teachers so such rules don’t work with Mr Crocker-Harris, Taplow states. Also, he doesn’t appreciate the extra work of students. As per Taplow, Mr Harris is different from other teachers. He is strict and inhuman. Moreover, he doesn’t tell them their results before judgement day. When Taplow asks about his removal Crocker-Harris says that is exactly what he deserves- “No less; and certainly no more.”
2. Does Frank seem to encourage Taplow’s comments on Crocker-Harris?
Ans. Yes, Frank seems to encourage Taplow’s comments on Crocker-Harris. He shows appreciation for Taplow’s imitation of Mr Crocker-Harris and asks him to repeat it. They have to do extra work as he missed a class a week ago. Frank remarks that Taplow will get his “removal” for doing extra work.When Taplow tells Frank that he was supposed to meet Mr Crocker-Harris at six-thirty, Frank tells Taplow that Mr Crocker-Harris was already ten minutes late. He suggests that Taplow could go and play golf.
3. What do you gather about Crocker-Harris from the play?
Ans. Crocker-Harris is a teacher who would not compromise on the rules and regulations to suffice the sentiments of students. He is strict with students when it comes to studies and so calls Taplow for extra work even on the last day of the school.
He is a hard task master and does not excuse any laxity on the part of students. Even without resorting to torture, he commands a control over his pupils and gets obedience from them. Mr Crocker-Harris does not declare the result himself. Instead request the headmaster to declare the result on the last day of term. Also, he doesn’t appreciate the extra work of students. As he is not like other teachers so such rules don’t work with Mr Crocker-Harris, Taplow states. The students are well aware that he is not biassed towards anybody and from him they will only get what they deserve. Though the students dislike his sternness, yet respect him, because he is not a sadist like some others in school. He does not want others to like him.
TALKING ABOUT THE TEXT
Discuss with your partners
[Please note: There are threę people in this discussion. It is a casual.Conversation where they discuss whether it is right to talk about teachers among friends.]
1. Talking about teachers among friends.
A : Have you seen the new Science teacher? He looks very strict.
B : Yes, I don’t know why science and maths teachers are always very strict.
A : As it is, I was afraid while asking any of my doubts, When re was unreachable It’s like that whole chapter was out of my reach.
B : I don’t like the Hindi teacher either. He tries to be very funny, but I don’t find any humour in his jokes.
C : Why are you discussing and criticising the teachers like this? Maybe this is their way of teaching. You should try to ask your doubts and listen to them properly.
A : Don’t tell me. I was just mentioning the new teacher. I am not criticising or making fun of anyone like the senior students.
C : I have seen their attitude. Whenever a teacher tries to bring in discipline, they try to make fun of him. They should respect and obey the teachers, because are the ones who have made us what we are today.
A : You are right. I owe a lot to my teachers for alI the knowledge and encouragement I have received. Yes, we should not be talking about people who are trying so hard to shape our future.
B : I’m sorry too. And thanks.
2. The manner you adopt when you talk about a teacher to other teachers.
A : What did Mr Anand ask you about the Maths teacher?
B : Oh! He just wanted to know when he would be free, he wanted to talk to him about some important notes.
A : What did you say?
B : Hah! I told him about his funny pronunciation. Anand sir and I had a good laugh.
C : You should not have done that. They may have some important topic to discuss, but you have nothing against them. Moreover, this science teacher is so helpful towards the students.
A : Even otherwise, I feel it reflects very poorly if we disrespect one teacher in front of another.
B : You guys are right. I will meet Anand sir tomorrow and try to undo the damage, even if only a bit.
C : Teachers are our best guides and their only interest is our success in life because that is what proves their work. So, we should always keep in mind to respect them and never speak ill of one teacher to another.
3. Reading plays is more interesting than studying science.
A : I recently read an English translation of a French play. I must tell you, nothing has gripped me the way it did
C : How can you waste time reading a play when there are such interesting things in this age of science?
B : It is interesting. I like science. It takes me to the imaginary world which I like very much.
A : Don’t tell him. He is a man of science and will not understand the pleasure that you can derive from reading a play.
B : And plays need not be ancient. There are modern plays dealing with contemporary themes. When you read them, the characters just come alive. You feel as if you are a part of the action.
C : Maybe I have not read any good work till now but I sincerely haven’t been able to develop a taste for plays. l am more interested in scientific theories and would rather spend time in the lab.
A : Then do so, while I go to the library to get hold of a good play.
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
1. Why does Taplow say Mr. Crocker inhuman?
Ans:- As he is not like other teachers so such rules don’t work with Mr Crocker-Harris, Taplow states. Also, he doesn’t appreciate the extra work of students. He feels Mr Harris is unfeeling worse than a sadist, and thus calls him “hardly human”. Moreover, he doesn’t tell them their results before judgement day. When Taplow asks about his removal Crocker-Harris says that is exactly what he deserves- “No less; and certainly no more.”
2. Why was Taplon given extra work on the last day of school?
Ans:- Taplow didn’t go to school in the previous days and missed his classes. That’s why he has given extra work.
3. Who is Millie? What does she ask Taplow to do?
Ans:- Millie was a young and beautiful wife of Mr. Crocker-Harris.
She asks Taplow that Mr. Herries is in the Bursar’s and might be there quite a long time. She asked Taplow to go out and come back in a quarter of an hour as Mr. Crocker-Harris will be late. If her husband arrives earlier, she will take the blame. Tap low remarks that Mr Crocker-Harris had especially asked him to come. She then asks him to run to the chemist and bring medicine according to the prescription.
4. What did Taplow think about science?
Ans:- Taplow had a desire to specialise in Science subjects. He did not like arts, especially the play ‘Agamemnon’. He felt that the play was not bad as such, but it was taught in a terrible manner.
5. What makes Mr. Harries different from other teachers?
Ans:- Mr Crocker-Harris does not declare the result himself. Instead request the headmaster to declare the result on the last day of term. Also, he doesn’t appreciate the extra work of students. As he is not like other teachers so such rules don’t work with Mr Crocker-Harris, Taplow states.
6. What did Taplow do When Mr. Harries made a poor joke?
Ans:- He laughs at the classical joke that Mr Harris made, although he didn’t get it.
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