The story teaches us to be thoughtful and polite in our speech. Words have power—they can hurt or heal. By thinking before we speak, we can avoid misunderstandings, show respect, and build stronger relationships with others. Class 7 English Poorvi Chapter ...
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Mary mocked Mr. Pomeroy, saying he talks only about horses, rides daily and practises shooting. She questioned why some men prefer horses over people, suggesting such interests are odd. Her remarks again offended the guests, particularly Mrs. Lee. Class 7 English ...
Mary believes bankers “can’t think” because they only read newspapers and live dull lives commuting by train. She finds their routine boring and doesn’t respect their profession, which offends Mrs. Lee, whose brother is a banker. Class 7 English NCERT Poorvi ...
Mary rudely jokes that Mr. Best “lives in trains” and can’t think because he’s a banker who only reads newspapers. This offends Mrs. Lee, whose brother is also a banker and follows a similar routine, making Mary’s remark inappropriate. Class 7 ...
Mary confidently claims she can talk well and doesn’t need advice. She insists she knows what to say and will behave nicely, though her later comments show she lacks understanding of what’s appropriate in a social setting. Class 7 English Poorvi ...