NCERT Solutions For Class 9 Moments Supplementary Reader

Chapter 9 The Beggar

Updated on: 30 Dec, 2025

Think About it

Q1.

Has Lushkoff become a beggar by circumstance or by choice?

Answer:

Lushkoff became a beggar pr...

Q2.

What reasons does he give to Sergei for his telling lies?

Answer:

Lushkoff tells Sergei that ...

Q3.

Is Lushkoff a willing worker? Why, then, does he agree to chop wood for Sergei?

Answer:

No, Lushkoff is not a willi...

Q4.

Sergei says, “I am happy that my words have taken effect.” Why does he say so? Is he right in saying this?

Answer:

Sergei says this because he...

Q5.

Lushkoff is earning thirty five roubles a month. How is he obliged to Sergei for this?

Answer:

Lushkoff is obliged to Serg...

Q6.

During their conversation Lushkoff reveals that Sergei’s cook, Olga, is responsible for the positive change in him. How has Olga saved Lushkoff?

Answer:

Olga saved Lushkoff through...

Talk about it

Q1.

How can we help beggars/abolish begging?

Answer:

To help beggars and abolish...