06: An Angel In Disguise By T - S - Arthur : Icse-x-english

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Qstn #5
What change did the little child bring in Thompson house? What kind of life were they leading?
Ans : The sick and helpless child brought to light and happiness to Thompson's house. She was a blessing for them. for a long period of time, it had been dark, cold and miserable because Mrs Thompson had no one to take care or love. That was why she became a sore, irritable and ill-tempered and self-affliction woman. Now the sweetness of that sick child who was also thirsty forgetting someone's love was honey to her soul as she carried her in her heart as well as arms. As for Joe, there was not a single man in the whole neighbourhood who drank as precious wine as he. Maggie came as an angel in disguise and filled its dreary chambers with love.

#1-a
What is the tragedy of the life of the children?

Ans :
The tragedy in the life of the children in 'An Angel in Disguise' is beyond imagination. Their poor mother died in front of her three frightened children, John, Kate and Maggie. They were nearly half-starving. Of these, John was the oldest boy of twelve years. He was a stout lad who was able to earn his living with any farmer. The second child named Kate was between ten and eleven. She was a bright and active girl. She could turn out to be very useful, if in good hands. The youngest among them was poor little Maggie who was hopelessly diseased. Two years ago, she had fallen from a window and injured her spine for which she was bedridden. Since then she had not been able to leave her bed except when lifted in the arms of her mother. She was crippled for life and nobody wanted to take her home as she would turn out to be a burden for anyone. Her innocent looks attracted everyone but no one was ready to take her. It was decided that she should be sent to the poorhouse.

#1-b
What was the reaction of Mrs Thompson when the handicapped child was brought to her home?

Ans :
Joe's wife Mrs Thompson was childless, so she had no feelings. She was ill-tempered and that had become her usual nature. She had lost the purpose of living. When she saw Mr Thompson carrying a piece of precious burden in his arms from the window, she sharply questioned him about the child. Her tone was full of anger and astonishment and her face was in flame when she asked. “You haven't brought home that sick brat". Her tone scared little Maggie and she started shrinking in Thompson's arms. He did not reply but carried Maggie to the small chamber on the first floor and laid her on a bed.

#1-c
Comment on the title 'An Angel in Disguise'.

Ans :
'An Angel in Disguise' is the most appropriate title for the story. Maggie, the youngest of three children brings joy and happiness in the lives of a childless couple, Mr and Mrs Thompson. She proves to be an angel for them. Mrs Thompson's attitude and behaviour show a drastic change. From a rude, ill-tempered and self-afflicting woman, Mrs Thompson is now a loving and caring figure. The sick and helpless child brings light and happiness to Thompson's house. She is a blessing for them. For a long period of time, it has been dark, cold and miserable because Mrs Thompson had no one to take care off or to love. That is why she became sore, irritable and an ill-tempered and self-afflicting woman. Now the sweetness of that sick child who was thirsty for love is honey to her soul as she carries her in her heart as well as arms. Maggie comes as an angel in disguise and fills their dreary chambers with love.