The Ballad of Puran Bhagat Quiz - CBSE Class 10 English

Free practice quiz: The Ballad of Puran Bhagat (CBSE Class 10 English). 20 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 10 English practice quiz has 20 multiple-choice questions on The Ballad of Puran Bhagat, and 20 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. What is the primary theme of the ballad 'The Ballad of Puran Bhagat'?

   1. Redemption
   2. Bravery
   3. Adventure
   4. Mystery
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   Answer: A. Redemption

   The ballad revolves around the theme of redemption as it highlights Puran Bhagat's journey of self-discovery and atonement.

2. What literary device is primarily used in 'The Ballad of Puran Bhagat'?

   1. Simile
   2. Metaphor
   3. Alliteration
   4. Personification
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   Answer: B. Metaphor

   Metaphors are used extensively in the ballad to convey deeper meanings and emotions.

3. Which emotion is central to Puran Bhagat's journey?

   1. Joy
   2. Anger
   3. Regret
   4. Pride
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   Answer: C. Regret

   Regret is central to Puran's journey as it drives him to seek penance and change.

4. How do the villagers perceive Puran Bhagat by the end of the ballad?

   1. As a traitor
   2. As a foreigner
   3. As a wise sage
   4. As a ghost
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   Answer: C. As a wise sage

   The villagers see Puran as a wise sage due to his insights and spiritual journey.

5. Why is the language style of the ballad significant?

   1. It uses contemporary slang
   2. It is rich in dialect
   3. It is simple and lyrical
   4. It is scientific
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   Answer: C. It is simple and lyrical

   The simple and lyrical language enhances the ballad's musicality and accessibility.

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Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. Who is the main character in 'The Ballad of Puran Bhagat'?
2. Which animal plays a significant role in the story of Puran Bhagat?
3. What transformation does Puran Bhagat undergo in the ballad?
4. How is nature portrayed in 'The Ballad of Puran Bhagat'?
5. What motivates Puran Bhagat's transformation in the ballad?
6. In 'The Ballad of Puran Bhagat', what signifies Puran's acceptance of a new life?
7. What is the primary conflict in 'The Ballad of Puran Bhagat'?
8. Why is Puran Bhagat considered a hero in the ballad?
9. What role do animals play in Puran Bhagat’s life according to the ballad?
10. What signifies Puran’s commitment to his new life?
11. What type of poem is 'The Ballad of Puran Bhagat'?
12. How does 'The Ballad of Puran Bhagat' reflect the cultural beliefs of its setting?
13. In what way does the ballad 'The Ballad of Puran Bhagat' incorporate traditional storytelling elements?
14. What is the ultimate realization of Puran Bhagat at the end of the ballad?
15. How is the theme of sacrifice portrayed in the ballad?

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