Important Questions Class 10 Chapter 1.5 kumarbharati English Maharashtra Board

Joan of Arc

Short Questions  

1. Who is the writer of this play?

• George Bernard Shaw.

2.What was Joan’s age?

• She was around seventeen or nineteen years old.

3.What did Joan ask Captain Squire for?

• A horse, armour, and some soldiers.

4. What city did Joan want to free?

• Orleans.

5. What did the steward say about Joan?

• She puts courage in people and is not afraid.

6. What did Robert call Joan when he first heard her idea?

• He called her mad.

7. Who were Polly and Jack?

• Friends who promised to go with Joan.

8. What did Joan think was more important than saving one’s skin?

• Fighting for France.

9. What did the soldiers call Joan?

• The Maid.

10. Why were French soldiers often beaten?

• They only fought to save their lives.

11. What did Robert say about miracles?

• They don’t happen nowadays.

12. What did Poulengey think about Joan?

• He thought she might be a miracle.

13. What kind of dress did Joan ask for?

• A soldier’s dress.

14. Who was the Dauphin?

• The son of the king, future king of France.

15. What did Robert finally do for Joan?

• He agreed to send her to the Dauphin.

 Long Questions  

1. Why did Joan want to meet Captain Robert?

• She wanted his help to go to the Dauphin with a few soldiers and free Orleans.

2. What made Poulengey believe in Joan?

• Her confidence and strong words gave him hope and courage.

3. How did Joan plan to save money on her armour?

• She said she didn’t need custom armour and could wear any fitting one.

4. What was the condition of the Dauphin according to Poulengey?

• He was hiding in Chinon and was scared to fight.

5. Why did Joan think she could teach soldiers to win?

• She believed that if they fought for France, they would become brave.

6. What was Robert’s final decision and why?

• He agreed to send her, thinking maybe she could inspire others.

7. How did Joan react when she got permission to go to Chinon?

• She became very happy and excited, thanking Robert.

8. What shows Joan was full of faith?

• She believed that with God’s help, she could easily lead and win.