Nouveau riche and bourgeoise are French words. Collect from newspapers, magazines, and other sources some more French words or expressions that are commonly used in English.

Comment on the way in which the theme of the story has been introduced.

How does the insertion of dialogue in the story contribute to its interest?

Locate expressions in the text which reflect the Indian idiom, for example, the pride of the generations of his ancestors.

We ‘draw up a deed’. Complete the following phrases with appropriate words

a. …………. one’s word

b. ……………. one’s will

c. ……. ends meet

d. ……………. a loan

e. ……………. a deaf ear to