“Then the situation changed.” What is being referred to? (2)

Match the sentences under I with those under II.

I

1. Jumman and Algu were the best of friends.

2. Jumman’s aunt transferred her property to him.

3. The aunt decided to appeal to the panchayat.

4. Algu was unwilling to support the aunt.

5. Jumman was very happy to hear Algu’s name as head Panch.

II

1. He believed that his friend would never go against him.

2. She wanted justice.

3. In the absence of one, the other took care of his family.

4. The condition was that he would be responsible for her welfare.

5. The bond of friendship between him and Jumman was very strong.

Who says this to whom and why?

1. “My wife knows best how to run the house.”

2. “But is it right, my son, to keep mum and not say what you consider just and fair?”

3. “What have you to say in your defense?”

4. “I can’t pay you a penny for the wretched beast you sold me.”

5. “Victory to the panchayat. This is justice.”

When Jumman’s aunt realized that she was not welcome in his house, what arrangement did she suggest? (3)

What was the villagers’ reaction when the aunt explained her case to them? (4)