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English comprehension passage adapted from Charitraheen by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, with 15 MCQs and answers.
📘 Comprehension Passage: Adapted from Charitraheen by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay
Satish and Kiran’s lives were intertwined by fate and circumstance, yet often pulled apart by society’s harsh judgments. Satish, once full of charm and confidence, found himself weighed down by the relentless scrutiny of his neighbors and relatives. His every action was questioned, his character doubted, and his intentions misunderstood.
Kiran, on the other hand, faced her own battles. Despite her firm belief in Satish’s true nature, she endured constant pressure from her family and community. The narrow confines of tradition left little room for her to express love freely or choose her own destiny.
Their love, tested by adversity, was a quiet rebellion against the rigid social norms. Yet, it was not without cost. Satish’s efforts to prove his worth often seemed futile against the tide of gossip and mistrust. His failures and past mistakes were magnified, overshadowing the genuine affection he held for Kiran.
One day, Satish decided to leave the town to escape the suffocating environment. He hoped that distance might allow time to heal wounds and clear misunderstandings. Kiran was heartbroken but supported his decision, believing in the power of patience and faith.
During his absence, Kiran’s resolve was challenged by loneliness and despair. She received letters from Satish, filled with remorse and hope. These letters were her only connection to the man she loved and her motivation to endure the harsh realities.
When Satish returned after several years, he was a changed man—humbled by experience and ready to face the world with renewed integrity. Their reunion, though bittersweet, symbolized the enduring strength of love amidst social turmoil.
The story of Satish and Kiran in Charitraheen is a profound exploration of morality, social prejudice, and the complexities of human emotions. It reveals how love can persist, even when society deems it improper, and how individuals must navigate the thin line between personal desires and communal expectations.
✅ MCQ Questions (1 mark each)
Comprehension (6 marks)
1. What was Satish burdened by in the town?
a) Wealth
b) Scrutiny and suspicion
c) Illness
d) Happiness
a) Supported it
b) Pressured her against it
c) Ignored it
d) Celebrated it
a) To seek better job opportunities
b) To escape social pressure and judgment
c) Because he was sick
d) To study abroad
a) Relieved
b) Heartbroken but supportive
c) Angry
d) Indifferent
a) Visits from friends
b) Letters from Satish
c) Traveling abroad
d) Marriage proposals
a) Wealthy and proud
b) Humbled and with renewed integrity
c) Angry and distant
d) Unchanged
7. Identify the verb tense: Satish decided to leave the town.
a) Present continuous
b) Past simple
c) Present perfect
d) Future simple
a) on
b) from
c) at
d) in
9. Choose the conjunction: Their love was a quiet rebellion ___ the rigid social norms.
a) of
b) against
c) with
d) to
10. Find the pronoun: Their reunion symbolized the enduring strength of love.
a) Their
b) Reunion
c) Strength
d) Love
11. Identify the adjective: Satish was a changed man—humbled by experience.
a) changed
b) man
c) experience
d) humbled
Vocabulary (4 marks)
12. What does “scrutiny” mean?
a) Careful examination
b) Celebration
c) Ignorance
d) Happiness
13. What is the meaning of “endure”?
a) To suffer patiently
b) To enjoy
c) To give up
d) To complain
a) Both happy and sad
b) Only happy
c) Only sad
d) Neither happy nor sad
a) Honesty and strong moral principles
b) Wealth
c) Weakness
d) Laziness
✅ Answer Key
1. b) Scrutiny and suspicion
2. b) Pressured her against it
3. b) To escape social pressure and judgment
4. b) Heartbroken but supportive
5. b) Letters from Satish
6. b) Humbled and with renewed integrity
7. b) Past simple
8. b) from
9. b) against
10. a) Their
11. a) changed
12. a) Careful examination
13. a) To suffer patiently
14. a) Both happy and sad
15. a) Honesty and strong moral principles
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