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Extract from the Story
That evening, the king approached the queen with a softened expression. “Thirumalambal,” he began, his voice gentle, “I have been foolish. I see now that I overreacted. I let my pride blind me. I’m so sorry.” The queen, who had longed for this moment, smiled and replied, “If you like, we can leave this quarrel behind us. I would very much like to listen to your poem.” Rama had
orchestrated
the settlement, and the king rewarded him with valuable gifts. The royal couple’s bond was restored, and the palace once again
brimmed
with joy and laughter.
Summary in Bullet Points
- The king admits that his pride caused him to judge the queen unfairly and apologises.
- The queen forgives him and is ready to leave the quarrel behind.
- Rama’s plan restores the relationship without humiliating the king.
- Rama is rewarded, and the palace becomes cheerful again.
NCERT Questions (from the Textbook)
Let us think and reflect · Extract 2 + II.6
NCERT Poorvi pages 8–9
Let us think and reflect · Extract 2 + II.6
What does “I let my pride blind me” mean? Why does the queen say they can leave the quarrel behind? How does the story conclude, and what lesson can be learnt?
How to answer:
Address the king, the queen and the final lesson separately.
View Answer
The king means his
pride blocked his thinking
and stopped him from seeing the queen's yawn fairly. The queen is happy to forgive and move on, which shows her kind, forgiving side. The story ends with them making up.
Board Pattern
Questions Mapped to Exam Format
Fill in the Blank · Vocabulary
1 mark
Rama had __________ the settlement between the king and the queen.
How to answer:
Use the exact word from the ending.
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orchestrated
orchestrated = planned it all carefully
orchestrated = planned it all carefully
MCQ · Character Quality
1 mark
The king’s apology most strongly reveals his:
How to answer:
Choose the quality shown by accepting one’s fault.
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Answer: (B)
— his maturity and self-awareness. He sees and admits his own mistake.
Short Answer · Queen’s Response
2 marks
What does the queen’s response to the apology reveal about her?
How to answer:
Name the quality and prove it with her words/actions.
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The queen is
forgiving and kind
. She doesn't punish the king or reopen the fight. Instead she agrees to leave it behind and even asks to hear his poem — showing she truly wants to make up.
Short Answer · Title
3 marks
Why is the title “The Wit that Won Hearts” appropriate?
How to answer:
Explain both parts of the title: “wit” = Rama’s clever method; “won hearts” = reconciliation and gratitude.
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The fight isn't fixed by orders, force or a straight argument. It's fixed by
Tenali Rama's wit
: his clever paddy-seed plan lets the king find the truth without getting embarrassed. And Rama doesn't just "win" — he brings back the love between king and queen and earns their thanks. His wit literally
wins hearts
.
