Class 11 English Lesson 7: Referene beyond the text

 

Reference Beyond the text

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a.      The astrologer attracts many customers in the street who are pleased and astonished by what he tells them. What does this tell you about the people of the town walking in the street?

The main character in this story is an astrologer. His astrology business relies on his character and appearance. Due to his sense, many people are attracted to him. His eyes are assumed to have a prophetic light by his customers. This tells us that the people of the town walking in the street are fascinated and pleased with the astrologer and his looks, due to which they take him as a wise astrologer.

b.     Why do most people want to know their future? Do you think astrologers can help them know their future?

Most people want to know their future because they are very curious about what is going to happen in their lives. They want to know their happiness, the problems ahead, and their safety. Yes, real astrologers with real astrological knowledge can help you see your future.

c.      Is astrology a good practice of fortune-telling, or is it just blind faith? Give reasons.

Yes, astrology is a good practice of fortune-telling. Astrology is practised in different life events. People believe a lot in astrology in Eastern cultures. People find the right solutions to their problems through astrology. Astrological prophecies have also proved to be correct in many cases.

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