The tree is described as unselfish and is humming softly even while burning, suggesting it does not feel pain because it is still caring for the old man. Option 2 captures this selfless endurance.
"The stump of the unselfish tree burnt in the fire, softly humming a tune." means: (Select the right options from the given options)
CUET UG 2022 — English VA
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"The stump of the unselfish tree burnt in the fire, softly humming a tune." means:
(Select the right options from the given options)
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Held on 16 Sept 2022 · Verified 13 Jul 2026.
Options
- A
Every tree sings when it is burnt.
- B
The selfless tree felt no pain even in its accute suffering while dying, caring for others.
- C
The frail and wonderful tree tried to forget its pain by humming
- D
The tree was a fool and was humming as it did not realize that it was dying
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