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The Beggar
During their conversation Lushkoff reveals that Sergei’s cook, Olga, is responsible for the positive change in him. How has Olga saved Lushkoff?
According to Lushkoff, Olga used to scold him but then she grows sad and cries for him. She sheds tears for his sake. She expresses sympathy and kindness towards him. She used to chop the wood for Lushkoff. It is her words and kind deeds that inspires Lushkoff to change. Thus, Olga saves Lushkoff.
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Does the beggar wish to work instead of begging? Why/Why not?
How does Olga behave with the beggar? Why?
Why does Sergei call Lushkoff his Godson?
What does Lushkoff thank Sergei for?
How, according to Lushkoff, does Olga save Lushkoff?
How, according to Lushkoff, Sergei and Olga are different?
Lushkoff became a beggar not by circumstances but by choice. Baaed on your reading the story ‘The Beggar’ write a paragraph on the topic : ‘How Can We Abolish Begging?’
Begging is a blot spot on a nation’s pride. It needs to be discouraged. Based on your reading of the story, give some practical suggestions to end this social menace.
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