Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Comprehension - (Narrative / Factual)

Question:

Read the given passage and answer the four questions that follow: -

A Day That Changed My Perspective

It was a sweltering summer afternoon when I found myself stuck in the crowded lanes of Old Delhi. My purpose was simple: to buy a unique gift for a friend. As I meandered through the labyrinth of shops, the chaos of the market, the cacophony of honking rickshaws, vendors shouting their best prices, and the aroma of street food mingling with the scent of spices overwhelmed me. Frustrated and tired, I considered giving up.

Just then, I noticed a young boy, no older than ten, sitting beside a small wooden cart. He was meticulously polishing a pair of dusty shoes with a focus that seemed far beyond his years. His shirt was torn, and his face glistened with sweat, yet his determination was unwavering. Intrigued, I approached him. "How long have you been working here?" I asked.

"Since I was six," he replied without looking up. "I want to save enough money to go to school one day."

His words struck me like a thunderbolt. Here was a child who, despite his hardships, nurtured a dream and was working tirelessly to achieve it. It was a stark reminder of the privileges I often took for granted.

I left the market that day, not just with a gift, but with a renewed sense of gratitude and purpose. The boy's resilience reminded me that every challenge is an opportunity to grow, and every small step brings us closer to our dreams.

That day, Old Delhi wasn't just a market-it was a lesson in life.

The young boy in the story worked tirelessly to save money because he _______.

Options:

dreamt of attending school one day

wanted to buy a bicycle for himself

needed to support his family

was saving for a trip

Correct Answer:

dreamt of attending school one day

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → dreamt of attending school one day

Explanation:
In the passage, when the narrator asks the boy how long he has been working, the boy replies:
"Since I was six," and adds, "I want to save enough money to go to school one day."

This clearly shows that his motivation for working hard is his dream of getting an education.