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The document consists of an English assignment for Class 12 on the chapter 'The Last Lesson,' featuring very short questions, short answer questions, and long answer questions that explore themes such as linguistic loss, the significance of language, and character analysis of M. Hamel. It emphasizes the emotional impact of the last lesson on students and villagers, highlighting their regrets and realizations. The assignment aims to assess students' understanding of the chapter's themes and characters.

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English Assignment

The document consists of an English assignment for Class 12 on the chapter 'The Last Lesson,' featuring very short questions, short answer questions, and long answer questions that explore themes such as linguistic loss, the significance of language, and character analysis of M. Hamel. It emphasizes the emotional impact of the last lesson on students and villagers, highlighting their regrets and realizations. The assignment aims to assess students' understanding of the chapter's themes and characters.

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Class: 12

English Assignment
Chapter-1 The Last Lesson

Very Short Questions:

1. Who is the narrator of The Last Lesson?


2. Why was Franz reluctant to go to school that day?
3. What was unusual about the school that day?
4. How did M. Hamel dress for the last lesson?
5. What was written on the blackboard at the end of the lesson?
6.What order had been given from Berlin regarding language in Alsace and Lorraine?
7. Who occupied the back benches in the classroom on the day of the last lesson?
8. What was Franz expected to be prepared with for that day’s lesson?
9. What did M. Hamel say about the importance of one’s language?
10. How long had M. Hamel been teaching in the school?
11. What changes did Franz notice in M. Hamel’s behavior during the last lesson?
12. How did the villagers express their regret for neglecting their language?

Short Answer Questions: (Answer in 30-40 words)

1. How did the villagers react to the news that French would no longer be taught?
2. Why did M. Hamel blame himself and others for the loss of their language?
3. How did Franz’s attitude towards his studies change after hearing M. Hamel’s announcement?
4. Explain the significance of the phrase “Vive La France!” in the story.
5. How did Franz feel about M. Hamel earlier, and how did his perception change by the end of the story?
Long Answer Questions

(Answer in 100-120 words.)


10. The Last Lesson highlights the theme of linguistic and cultural loss. Discuss how the story
emphasizes the importance of one’s mother tongue.
11. M. Hamel’s character undergoes a transformation in the story. Analyze his character,
discussing his role as a teacher and his emotions on the last day of school.

Section B: Short Answer Questions (2 marks each)

(Answer in 30-40 words.)


8. Why did the village elders attend the last lesson?
9. What role does the Prussian occupation play in the story?
11. Why do you think M. Hamel wrote Vive La France! on the blackboard?
12. What does M. Hamel’s farewell lesson symbolize?
13. How does the story emphasize the value of education and patriotism?

Section C: Long Answer Questions (5 marks each)

(Answer in 100-120 words.)


14. Language and identity are closely linked in The Last Lesson. Explain how the story highlights
the impact of losing one’s language.
15. Analyze M. Hamel’s role as a teacher and his feelings on the last day of school. How does he
reflect on his past actions?
16. The story revolves around the theme of realization and regret. Discuss how different
characters—Franz, M. Hamel, and the villagers—experience these emotions.
17. Imagine you are Franz. Write a diary entry expressing your thoughts and emotions after
attending the last lesson.

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Class Assessment: The Last Lesson

Class: 12
Subject: English
Marks: 20
Time: 40 minutes

Section A: Objective Questions (1 mark each)

(Answer in one word or a sentence.)


1. Who is the narrator of The Last Lesson?
2. Why was Franz reluctant to go to school that day?
3. What was unusual about the school that day?
4. How did M. Hamel dress for the last lesson?
5. What was written on the blackboard at the end of the lesson?

Section B: Short Answer Questions (2 marks each)

(Answer in 30-40 words.)


6. How did the villagers react to the news that French would no longer be taught?
7. Why did M. Hamel blame himself and others for the loss of their language?
8. How did Franz’s attitude towards his studies change after hearing M. Hamel’s announcement?
9. Explain the significance of the phrase “Vive La France!” in the story.

Section C: Long Answer Questions (5 marks each)

(Answer in 100-120 words.)


10. The Last Lesson highlights the theme of linguistic and cultural loss. Discuss how the story
emphasizes the importance of one’s mother tongue.
11. M. Hamel’s character undergoes a transformation in the story. Analyze his character,
discussing his role as a teacher and his emotions on the last day of school.

What order had been given from Berlin regarding language in Alsace and Lorraine?
2. Who occupied the back benches in the classroom on the day of the last lesson?
3. What was Franz expected to be prepared with for that day’s lesson?
4. What did M. Hamel say about the importance of one’s language?
5. How long had M. Hamel been teaching in the school?
6. What changes did Franz notice in M. Hamel’s behavior during the last lesson?
7. How did the villagers express their regret for neglecting their language?

Section B: Short Answer Questions (2 marks each)

(Answer in 30-40 words.)


8. Why did the village elders attend the last lesson?
9. What role does the Prussian occupation play in the story?
10. How did Franz feel about M. Hamel earlier, and how did his perception change by the end of
the story?
11. Why do you think M. Hamel wrote Vive La France! on the blackboard?
12. What does M. Hamel’s farewell lesson symbolize?
13. How does the story emphasize the value of education and patriotism?

Section C: Long Answer Questions (5 marks each)

(Answer in 100-120 words.)


14. Language and identity are closely linked in The Last Lesson. Explain how the story highlights
the impact of losing one’s language.
15. Analyze M. Hamel’s role as a teacher and his feelings on the last day of school. How does he
reflect on his past actions?
16. The story revolves around the theme of realization and regret. Discuss how different
characters—Franz, M. Hamel, and the villagers—experience these emotions.
17. Imagine you are Franz. Write a diary entry expressing your thoughts and emotions after
attending the last lesson.

ReplyForward

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