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Why Readers Enjoy Witty Characters
NCERT Poorvi p. 48

Speaker (i): I love witty characters because they make serious situations funny! Even when things seem tense, they always have a clever response. Such characters never panic, think fast, and solve problems in the smartest way. I wish I could think that quickly!

Speaker (ii): Witty characters are the best because they make stories exciting. I especially like how they turn ordinary moments into something memorable. It makes me feel like intelligence and humour are just as powerful as strength.

Speaker (iii): I enjoy witty characters because they always have an answer for everything! They use humour instead of fighting, and that’s really wonderful. Even in folktales, they prove that smart thinking can win over force. It makes me laugh but also teaches me to stay calm in tricky situations.

Speaker (iv): Witty characters add charm to a story. Their intelligence keeps the reader engaged, and their humour makes learning fun. Whether it’s a folktale or a modern one, a clever character always stands out. I often feel that wit and wisdom go hand-in-hand!

Question 27
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You will listen to four people sharing their thoughts on why they enjoy witty characters in stories. As you listen, match statements 1–6 to speakers (i)–(iv). There are two statements you do not need.
Statement Speaker No.
1. 1. Witty characters prove that cleverness is as powerful as strength.
2. 2. Witty characters show us ways to make learning enjoyable.
3. 3. Witty characters in a story keep the reader involved.
4. 4. Witty characters teach me that tricky situations can be managed calmly.
5. 5. Witty characters add excitement through extraordinary deeds.
6. 6. Witty characters can reduce tense situations with their cleverness.
How to answer: Match each statement with the speaker whose exact idea it repeats most closely.
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Statement Best match from the transcript
1. Witty characters prove that cleverness is as powerful as strength. Speaker (ii)
2. Witty characters show us ways to make learning enjoyable. Speaker (iv) — the transcript also says humour makes learning fun.
3. Witty characters in a story keep the reader involved. Speaker (iv)
4. Witty characters teach me that tricky situations can be managed calmly. Speaker (iii)
5. Witty characters add excitement through extraordinary deeds. Not used — extraordinary deeds are not mentioned.
6. Witty characters can reduce tense situations with their cleverness. Speaker (i)

Textbook wording note: Speaker (iv) directly supports both statements 2 and 3, although the instruction says two statements are extra. The table above shows every direct match supported by the transcript.

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