Comprehension:
Read the passage and answer the questions that follow:
In the ancient city of Varanasi, Arjun found his world transformed one monsoon afternoon. Born into a family of hardworking labourers, he was expected to follow in his father’s footsteps. yet, Arjun harboured an unspoken passion for art that no one knew about. As dark clouds gathered and the first raindrops fell, he wandered through the narrow lanes of the old city, seeking solace from the predictable rhythm of life.
That day, as he took refuge under a vibrant awning in a bustling market, Arjun encountered an old painter named Raghav. With paint splattered hands and eyes that shimmered with decades of experience, Raghav noticed a spark in Arjun’s eyes. He invited Arjun into his humble studio where canvases whispered stories of love, loss and hope. Inspired by Raghav’s gentle mentorship, Arjun discovered his own unique style, blending tradition with innovation.
Over the time, his artwork became a mirror reflecting the emotions of the city and his reputation grew. Arjun’s journey from a reluctant son to an emerging artist was not without hardship. Yet every challenge became a brushstroke in the masterpiece of his life. Eventually, his creations graced galleries beyond Varanasi, uniting cultures and hearts. In every piece, Arjun celebrated the resilience of the human spirit, proving that passion and perseverance can transform even the most ordinary life into a vibrant work of art.
His journey filled with unexpected lessons and creative breakthroughs taught him that every struggle offered a chance to begin anew, inspiring his art with hope and transformation.
Interpret the change in Arjun's outlook on life through the passage:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → He learned to view every hardship as an essential element in his personal masterpiece.
The passage says that Arjun's journey "was not without hardship. Yet every challenge became a brushstroke in the masterpiece of his life." He came to see each hardship as a necessary part of the work of art that his life became.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 2: He became indifferent to challenges and avoided confronting any obstacles whatsoever. — Incorrect. Contradicted: he faced his challenges, and the passage praises his "passion and perseverance".
Option 3: He rejected the essential idea of change and chose to adhere strictly to his old routine. — Incorrect. Contradicted: he left "the predictable rhythm of life" and changed "from a reluctant son to an emerging artist".
Option 4: He focussed solely on attaining commercial success, disregarding personal growth and art. — Incorrect. Not mentioned: the passage says nothing about money; his art "celebrated the resilience of the human spirit".