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Moments: The Beggar

English · CBSE Class 9 · English Medium · 17 questions and answers

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Q: Who wrote 'The Beggar'?

A: Anton Chekhov.

Q: Who is the beggar in the story?

A: Lushkoff, a man who begs by telling lies.

Q: What lie did Lushkoff first tell to beg for money?

A: That he was a poor student or teacher fallen on hard times.

Q: Who is Sergei in the story?

A: A lawyer (advocate) who confronts the beggar.

Q: Why does Sergei get angry with Lushkoff?

A: Because he recognises him telling different lies to beg.

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