CBSE Class 7th English Extra Questions Chapter 6 Expert Detectives

1-Mark Questions

1. Who brings food for Mr. Nath?
   Ramesh brings food for Mr. Nath from the restaurant downstairs.
2. What nickname does Maya use for Nishad?
   Seven.
3. Why does Nishad call Mr. Nath lonely?
   Because he has no friends and lives alone.
4. What kind of scars does Mr. Nath have, according to Nishad?
   Burn scars.
5. What does Maya think is hidden in Mr. Nath’s trunk?
   Gold, silver, and jewels.
6. What does Nishad give to Mr. Nath during his visit?
   A bar of chocolate.
7. Who does Ramesh say visits Mr. Nath every Sunday?
   A tall, fair, stout man with spectacles.
8. Why was Nishad upset about Mr. Nath’s appearance?
   Because he thought Mr. Nath looked thin and gaunt.
9. What does Maya do during the unexpected holiday caused by heavy rain?
   She writes down a list of facts about Mr. Nath.
10. How does Nishad respond when Maya insists Mr. Nath is a crook?
    He walks away angrily.

2-Mark Questions

11. Why does Maya think Mr. Nath is a criminal?
    Maya thinks Mr. Nath is suspicious because he is reclusive, has scars, doesn’t work, and only has one visitor. She believes he is hiding stolen wealth.
12. What does Ramesh reveal about Mr. Nath’s eating habits?
    Ramesh says Mr. Nath eats two chapattis, dal, and a vegetable, doesn’t care much about what he eats, and always pays in cash with generous tips.
13. What are the contrasting opinions of Nishad and Maya about Mr. Nath?
    Nishad believes Mr. Nath is a kind, lonely person, while Maya is convinced that he is a criminal hiding stolen money.
14. What does Maya speculate about the visitor who comes on Sundays?
    Maya believes the visitor is Mr. Nath’s accomplice who brings him money to cover his expenses.
15. Why does Nishad think Mr. Nath cannot be a criminal?
    Nishad argues that Mr. Nath is polite, lonely, and tips generously, traits that don’t fit a criminal’s profile.
16. What was Maya’s “brilliant thought” about Mr. Nath’s visitor?
    Maya speculates that the visitor is Mr. Nath’s accomplice in crime who helps him manage the loot.
17. What reasons does Maya give for Mr. Nath not having any friends?
    Maya says Mr. Nath is unfriendly, mannerless, and scared of being recognized and caught by the police.
18. What does Nishad want to find out about Mr. Nath?
    Nishad wants to know why Mr. Nath is so thin, lonely, and friendless.
19. How does Nishad react to Maya’s theory about Mr. Nath being a crook?
    Nishad strongly disagrees with Maya’s theory and refuses to cooperate in her “investigation.”
20. Why does Maya believe criminals can look ordinary?
    Maya points out that even a Hyderabadi housebreaker who appeared in the newspaper looked like an average man.

4-Mark Questions

21. Discuss the evidence Maya lists to support her belief that Mr. Nath is a crook.
    Maya lists several “facts”: Mr. Nath lives alone, is reclusive, doesn’t receive letters, doesn’t work, has scars, and has only one visitor who comes regularly. She believes his trunk contains stolen wealth, and the Sunday visitor is his accomplice. Maya interprets every detail as proof of guilt.
22. How do Nishad and Maya’s perspectives on Mr. Nath shape the story’s theme?
    Nishad represents empathy and understanding, focusing on Mr. Nath’s loneliness and struggles. Maya embodies suspicion and imagination, interpreting every action as proof of guilt. Their contrasting views highlight the theme of perception versus reality.
23. What role does Ramesh’s account play in shaping Nishad’s and Maya’s views about Mr. Nath?
    Ramesh’s account provides key details about Mr. Nath’s lifestyle: his simple meals, prompt payments, and regular Sunday visitor. Nishad interprets this as evidence of Mr. Nath’s simplicity and kindness, while Maya uses it to support her theory of Mr. Nath being a criminal with an accomplice.
24. Why does Nishad want to be friends with Mr. Nath despite Maya’s warnings?
    Nishad feels sorry for Mr. Nath’s loneliness and believes he is misunderstood. He argues that Mr. Nath must be a kind person since he tips generously and doesn’t bother anyone. Nishad’s empathy outweighs Maya’s suspicions.
25. Compare the approaches of Maya and Nishad in investigating Mr. Nath.
    Maya takes a detective-like approach, listing “facts” and speculating about criminal activities. She is driven by imagination and suspicion. Nishad, on the other hand, focuses on understanding Mr. Nath as a person, driven by empathy and kindness. Their approaches highlight the clash between prejudice and compassion.

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