Hornbill (Prose): Silk Road · Class 11 · CBSE · Science English
Why does Norbu’s arrival at Darchen become important for the narrator?
Practice question from Hornbill (Prose): Silk Road (Class 11 · CBSE · Science English), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
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Why does Norbu’s arrival at Darchen become important for the narrator?
- A.Norbu offers to replace Tsetan as the driver.
- B.Norbu makes the narrator’s plan to undertake the kora seem possible again.Correct answer
- C.Norbu persuades the narrator to abandon the pilgrimage permanently.
- D.Norbu provides medical treatment that immediately cures the narrator.
Solution
The narrator’s illness and weakness at Darchen make the kora appear doubtful. Norbu’s decision to undertake it with him restores his confidence and gives the journey a practical companion.
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