Snapshots Chapter 6 The Tale of Melon City MCQs Here are Snapshots Chapter 6 The Tale of Melon City MCQs 1. Why was the king executed? He was overthrown by the people He lost a battle He was found guilty of theft He held himself responsible for a crime 2. What does the story criticize? The role of religion in politics The power of monarchy Foolish governance and blind traditions The importance of war 3. Why is the city called ‘Melon City’? Because a melon was chosen as the king Because of a legend Because of a festival Because the people love melons 4. What message does the poem convey? A king should be powerful Governance without logic leads to absurdity Monarchy is the best form of rule Leaders should be fearless 5. Who is the author of ‘The Tale of Melon City’? Amitav Ghosh J.B. Priestley Marga Minco Vikram Seth 6. Who decided who would be the next ruler? The ministers The army The people based on an old custom The royal family 7. Why did the people accept a Melon as their king? They valued tradition over logic They were forced to accept it They were afraid of the army They wanted to mock the system 8. How was the new ruler chosen? By a military coup By a voting system The first person to pass by the city gate By a council decision 9. What was the king’s personality like? Kind and just Indecisive and absurd Brave and intelligent Cunning and manipulative 10. What is the central theme of the poem? Absurdity of governance Bravery and courage Power and loyalty Love and sacrifice Loading …
