Some people deceive to make their lives easier. For example, they might change their name, make reasons, or find a new way to make money. Despite being a thief, Hari Singh went to Anil and pretended to be someone else. Anil, who had a strong belief in the inherent goodness of people, hired Hari out of pity and compassion. Anil trusted him completely and didn't bother to verify any financial transactions, giving Hari an opportunity to change for the better. However, Hari did steal money and returned to Anil knowing that he was aware of his actions but chose not to confront him. This act made Hari realize that he needed to abandon his deceitful ways.
1. How did Hari's realization affect him?
(a) He decided to continue deceiving others
(b) He felt guilty and decided to abandon his deceitful ways
(c) He blamed Anil for his actions
(d) He vowed to deceive Anil even more cunningly
Solution
(b) He felt guilty and decided to abandon his deceitful ways
2. What motivated Hari Singh to deceive Anil initially?
(a) To make his life easier
(b) Out of sheer boredom
(c) To seek revenge
(d) To prove a point to Anil
Solution
(a) To make his life easier
Suggested Reading: Character Sketch of Hari Singh
Write a brief character-sketch of Hari Singh in the light of his honesty.
Hari Singh, was 15 years old and was a skilled and skilled thief. He carefully thought out everything before identifying his victims. He went to places where he would meet an unsuspecting victim. He would then win his confidence to get a job. After sometime he used to run away after stealing money from there. He would then change his name to trick the cops and his old employers. He got a job as a cook, though he could not cook well. He was a greedy boy. He was cruel enough to rob a simple and trusting man like Anil. He was able to steal six hundred rupees from his house. But, there is transformation in the end of the story, when he decides to come back to Anil and keep his trust alive.
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