Bholi (Chapter-9)

Bholi's real name is Sulekha. We are told this right at the beginning. But only in the last but one paragraph of the story is Bholi called Sulekha again. Why do you think she is called Sulekha at that point in the story?

Why did Bholi at first agree to an unequal match? Why did she later reject the marriage? What does this tell us about her?

Bholi had many apprehensions about going to school. What made her feel that she was going to a better place than her home?

Bholi had many apprehensions about going to school. What made her feel that she was going to a better place than her home?

Why does the marriage not take place?

Why do Bholi's parents accept Bishamber's marriage proposal?

Does she find her teacher different from the people at home?

Does Bholi enjoy her first day at school?

For what unusual reasons is Bholi sent to school?

Why is Bholi's father worried about her?