Question 19 of 33beginner💡 UnderstandShort Answer2 marks

What did the thief wish would happen? Did it happen?

Correct Answer

The thief wished that the man and wife would fall asleep so that he could steal their valuables without being noticed.

No, his wish did not happen. The couple stayed awake and cleverly called out 'Rama' to get help from the kotwal, who caught the thief.

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Explanation

The thief wanted the couple to sleep so he could rob them easily. However, the couple remained awake, overheard him, and devised a clever plan to call for help. The thief's plan failed completely, and he was caught by the kotwal.

Solution Steps

  1. The thief wanted the couple to fall asleep so he could rob them without being noticed

  2. His wish did not come true

  3. The couple stayed awake and called out 'Rama' for help

  4. The kotwal caught the thief