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Ans.
The Head knew well that Chips was badly shattered due to the tragic death of
his wife. He knew that if he broke with the school and resorted to an isolated
life, he would also die soon. Therefore, he asked him to continue so that he
might remain busy.
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H A P T E R # 9
GOODBYE MR. CHIPS (NOVEL)
QUESTIONS
AND SHORT ANSWERS
Q.1. What was the effect of
Katherine's death on Chips? (FB-10, MN, SG-11, LR-13, BP, MN-14, SL 15, BP-16)
Ans. After Katherine's death, Chips
was badly shaken. He was totally different and everybody noticed it. His hair
turned grey. He wore his gown that was almost too tattered to hold together. He
was the man who looked "old" now.
Q.2. How was Chips' physical health
after the death of Katherine? (GW-, MN-14)
OR Why did he want to give up his mastership? OR What changes did
Katherine's death bring in Chips? (FB-10, GW-12)
Ans. Chips was physically very
active and strong. But the shock of his wife's death had broken him inwardly. He
again went into the past. He lost interest in his lessons. His gown was
tattered. In short, he could not overcome his shock.
Q.3. Why did the Head ask Mr Chips
not to give up housemaster ship? (RP-11)
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