A Quiz On Rendezvous With Ray
Attend the quiz on X class English text reading Rendezvous with Ray and refresh your knowledge.
- 1.
The person in the image is Satyajith Ray
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
No. He is Gaston Roberge, the best friend of Ray.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Roberge came to know about poverty in Bengal through.......
- A.
Frontline
- B.
La Nuit Bengalie
- C.
Saint of Slums
- D.
Tagore's poems
Correct Answer
C. Saint of SlumsExplanation
Roberge came to know about poverty in Bengal through the book "Saint of Slums". This book likely provided him with insights and firsthand experiences of the poverty-stricken areas in Bengal, shedding light on the harsh realities faced by the people living there. It is possible that the book highlighted the work of a saint or an individual who dedicated their life to helping the slum dwellers, thus giving Roberge a deeper understanding of the poverty situation in Bengal.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Roberge came to know about Satyajith Ray works through................
Correct Answer
Apu TriologyExplanation
Apu TriologyRate this question:
- 4.
Ray's detracctors accused him that he sold India's poverty to the West. It means......
- A.
He made films on poverty of India
- B.
He made films on Indian poverty and showcased in the West to make money
- C.
He depicted Indian poverty to make money
- D.
He showcased material poverty to make money
Correct Answer
B. He made films on Indian poverty and showcased in the West to make moneyExplanation
The correct answer suggests that Ray made films on Indian poverty and showcased them in the West in order to make money. This implies that Ray's detractors accused him of exploiting India's poverty for personal financial gain by capitalizing on the Western interest in the subject matter.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Roberge took nine years to meet Satyajith Ray because.........
- A.
He didn't get appointment
- B.
He studied about Ray to have a worthwhile dialogue when they met
- C.
He wanted to see like a living museum piece
- D.
He mustered up confidence to meet him
Correct Answer
B. He studied about Ray to have a worthwhile dialogue when they metExplanation
Roberge took nine years to meet Satyajith Ray because he wanted to have a worthwhile dialogue when they finally met. He studied about Ray during this time, likely to gain knowledge and understanding of his work and ideas. This preparation would have allowed Roberge to engage in a meaningful conversation with Ray, making their meeting more valuable and productive.Rate this question:
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- 6.
According to the text one of the following is not the character of Satyajith Ray
- A.
Shyness
- B.
Unfriendly
- C.
Generous
- D.
Forgiving
Correct Answer
C. GenerousExplanation
The text states that Satyajith Ray is not generous.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Ray took off where Tagore signed out. It means......
- A.
Ray completed the incomplete task of Tagore
- B.
Ray followed Tagore's path
- C.
After death of Tagore his works continued to reach public through Ray's films
- D.
Ray continued crisis of civilisation left by Tagore
Correct Answer
C. After death of Tagore his works continued to reach public through Ray's filmsExplanation
Ray took off where Tagore signed out means that after Tagore's death, Ray continued the legacy of sharing Tagore's works with the public through his films. Ray carried on the task of making Tagore's works accessible and continued to bring them to the public even after Tagore was no longer able to do so himself.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Ray was personal in directing of the following films.
- A.
Apu Triology
- B.
Agantuk
- C.
Crisis of civilisation
- D.
Pather Panchali
Correct Answer
B. AgantukExplanation
The correct answer is "Agantuk". The question is asking which film Ray was personally involved in directing out of the given options. "Agantuk" is the correct answer because it is one of the films directed by Satyajit Ray, who was known for his work in the Apu Trilogy and other notable films like "Pather Panchali".Rate this question:
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- 9.
Ray invited Roberge to his private screenings, because......
- A.
He is his assistant
- B.
He is close friend
- C.
He is the strong supporter of his ideas
- D.
He is a good critic
Correct Answer
D. He is a good criticExplanation
Ray invited Roberge to his private screenings because he is a good critic. This suggests that Ray values Roberge's opinion and wants to hear his feedback and constructive criticism on his work. Inviting someone who is a good critic can help Ray improve his ideas and make any necessary adjustments to his projects.Rate this question:
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