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English Core · 2024 · 5 marks
CBSE 2024 · Region 4 · Set 3 · Q12
Franz from 'The Last Lesson' and the peddler from 'The Rattrap' demonstrate the importance of learning from one's mistakes and rising up to evolve as…
Franz from 'The Last Lesson' and the peddler from 'The Rattrap' demonstrate the importance of learning from one's mistakes and rising up to evolve as a better person.
Write an article based on the two texts on how a man evolves after learning from his mistakes.
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The Last Lesson
Franz realizes that the books that seemed a nuisance were old friends.
comprehends his grammar lessons easily
holds M. Hamel in high esteem
elderly - all attend the last lesson
M.Hamel regrets the procrastination
advocates learning and respecting mother tongue
The Rattrap
peddler learns from Edla's goodness
regrets and confesses the theft
returns the thirty kronor
now a reformed person
signs as a dignified Captain
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CBSE Class 12 English Core past-paper question from the 2024board exam, with the answer as CBSE’s own marking scheme gives it. Where our answers come from.