Question

The old woman still stood against the wall. But her hands were together, her lips moved
without sound. She was praying. (1mark each)
i) Who is the ‘old woman’? Mention one characteristic trait of the old woman.
ii) Why was she praying?
iii) What do you think could be the old woman’s present state of mind?
refer to chapter birth....CBSE

Answer 1

Answer:

1. The old woman is the author's grandmother.

The characteristic trait of the old woman is. that she is always engrossed in praying and counting the beads of her rosary.

2.She was praying because she had omitted to pray the previous day.

3.She must be thinking that her end is near and would die soon.

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