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1. 1.

   Tick  (√) the correct answer(s) to complete the statements given below:

   1. Grandmother often made Kelu dance for her because
      1. she loved Kelu a lot.
      2. she realised that Kelu had great talent.
      3. she wanted to shape Kelu's artistic talents.
      4. it helped Kelu practice his dance.
   2. Kelu tended to his Guru during his illness because
      1. he was devoted to his Guru.
      2. he wanted his teacher to get well soon.
      3. he knew that his Guru had no family.
      4. he was a doctor and knew about healing.
   3. Kelu pursued his passion for dance despite hardships because
      1. he had great talent for dance.
      2. dance was his life.
      3. he wanted to fulfil his mother's dream.
      4. he was forced to learn dance.
2. 2.

   He is always jumping and spinning at home like a top.

   1. Who does 'he' refer to in the above extract?
   2. Who said these words and to whom?
   3. Why is this conversation taking place?
3. 3.

   If you send him to me, I will hone his talent.

   1. Who said these words to whom?
   2. What is the significance of this episode in Kelucharan's life?
   3. How did Kelucharan's father react when he came to know of this?
4. 4.

   You will become a great dancer.

   1. Who said these words to whom and why?
   2. Do you think Kelucharan's mother approved of his passion? Support your answer with instances from the leader.
   3. Is the speaker's belief justified?
5. 5.

   Why did Kelucharan's father oppose his first tryst with learning dance?

6. 6.

   How can we conclude that Kelu had a happy childhood?