10th Samacheer Quiz

Q1. Did Uncle Philip give Tom a simple, clear instruction about everything in the box?

No Yes Only the price Only the colour

Q2. What was Tom told not to do with the box?

Shake it Carry it Open it Hide it

Q3. Why was Tom called by his uncle?

His uncle was on his deathbed For a trip For a job For school

Q4. What did the box create in Tom's mind?

Curiosity and doubt Happiness only Fear of travel Anger at school

Q5. Why is a dilemma useful as a story device?

It creates tension and forces a character to choose It removes all conflict It guarantees a happy ending It avoids decisions

Q6. Who narrates 'A Dilemma'?

Tom Uncle Philip Watson Holmes

Q7. What did he leave for Tom?

An iron box A diary A house A gold ring

Q8. What had Uncle Philip collected?

Precious stones Books Stamps Coins

Q9. Why is the story called 'A Dilemma'?

Tom faces a difficult choice Tom chooses a school Tom changes jobs Tom loses a race

Q10. What does the word 'dilemma' usually mean in a story?

A difficult choice between alternatives A celebration A journey A scientific discovery