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Key Concepts Covered
This question tests your understanding of the following concepts from the chapter A Letter to God: Violent, Tropical, Storm, Strong, Wind, A Letter to God. These are fundamental topics in English that students are expected to master as part of the CBSE Class 10 curriculum.
A thorough understanding of these concepts will help you answer similar questions confidently in your CBSE examinations. These topics are frequently tested in both objective and subjective sections of English papers. We recommend revising the relevant section of your textbook alongside practising these solved examples to build a strong foundation.
How to Approach This Question
Read the question carefully and identify what is being asked. Break down complex questions into smaller parts. Use the terminology and concepts discussed in this chapter. Structure your answer logically — begin with a definition or key statement, then provide supporting details. Review your answer to ensure it addresses all parts of the question completely.
Key Points to Remember
- Use quotations from the text to support your points.
- Analyse literary devices and their effects on the reader.
- Structure essays with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.
- Proofread for grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Practice more questions from A Letter to God — English, Class 10 CBSE
A Letter to God – Comprehensive Web Content
This is an expanded study resource for A Letter to God by G.L. Fuentes (First Flight). Use this alongside the chapter notes for complete board exam preparation.
Detailed Summary
Lencho, a poor farmer, depends on rain for his corn harvest. A hailstorm destroys everything. With unshakeable faith in God, he writes a letter asking for 100 pesos. The postmaster collects 70 pesos from employees and sends it as "God." Lencho, finding only 70 pesos, writes again asking God not to send money through the post office because the employees are "a bunch of crooks."
Theme Analysis
Unshakeable Faith
Lencho’s faith in God is so absolute he writes a letter expecting divine reply. This faith is admirable yet blind — it prevents him from seeing human kindness.
Dramatic Irony
The reader knows the money came from the post office employees. Lencho blames his benefactors, creating devastating irony.
Gratitude and Ingratitude
The helpers receive no thanks; instead they are called thieves. Good deeds often go unrecognised.
Character Study
Hardworking, faithful, trusting of God, suspicious of humans, ironically ungrateful
Kind, generous, empathetic — organises the collection to preserve Lencho’s faith
Cooperative and generous; their kindness is met with accusations
Literary Devices & Techniques
- Dramatic Irony: Lencho calls helpers "crooks"
- Simile: Hailstones like "new silver coins"
- Hyperbole: "Not a leaf remained on the trees"
- Personification: "The earth needed a downpour"
Board Exam Questions with Model Answers
Q: Why did Lencho write to God? (2 marks)
Model Answer: Lencho’s entire crop was destroyed by a hailstorm. He had such deep faith in God that he believed God would send money to help him re-sow his field. He wrote asking for 100 pesos.
Q: Explain the irony at the end of the story. (3 marks)
Model Answer: The post office employees generously collected 70 pesos to help Lencho. But Lencho, finding less than 100, concluded that the employees stole the remaining 30 pesos. The very people who helped him are called "crooks." This is dramatic irony — the helpers are blamed.
Q: What impression do you form of the postmaster? (5 marks)
Model Answer: The postmaster is kind, generous, and good-humoured. Moved by Lencho’s faith, he collects money from colleagues and his own salary. He signs as "God" to preserve Lencho’s belief. His goodness goes unrecognised, making him a poignant character who represents selfless generosity.
Key Vocabulary
Refer to the chapter notes and teacher aid for a complete vocabulary list. Focus on understanding words in context rather than memorising definitions in isolation.
Revision Checklist
- Can you summarise the text in 80 words?
- Can you name all major characters and their traits?
- Can you identify at least 3 literary devices with examples?
- Can you write a 5-mark answer on the main theme?
- Have you practised all textbook exercise questions?