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1. 1.

   Tick the correct options.

   1. One of the silly reasons for which David was glad to leave school was that he would be
      1. on his own.
      2. able to escape Dr Strong.
   2. David's aunt was confident that in all things that he did, he would be
      1. fine and firm.
      2. natural and wise.
2. 2.

   "It has occurred to me that a little change, a glimpse of th world outside, may help you make up your mind."

   1. About what did David need to make up his mind?
   2. What did his aunt suggest he should do to get a glimpse of the world outside?
   3. There was one thing that his aunt suggested which excited David a lot. What was it?
3. 3.

   At school, these Romans had seemed stem and difficult, but here they were walking in and out for my entertainment. I found it refreshing and delightful.

   1. When David says 'At school, these Romans had seemed stem and difficult', what does he mean?
   2. Which 'entertainment' is David referring to?
   3. How did David feel after the 'entertainment' was over?
4. 4.

   What ideas influenced David's boyish mind to make him leave school without much regret?

5. 5.

   If David had the opportunity and means, what kind of life might he have considered suitable?

6. 6.

   With what advice did David's aunt send him off on his trip?