MCQ Practice – Class 6 to 10

Q1. What is the Hindi title of "January Night"?

A. Kafan B. Poos ki Raat C. Gaban D. Nirmala

Q2. Which system of exploitation does the story indirectly criticise?

A. Capitalism in cities B. Democracy C. Factory system D. Zamindari and landlordism

Q3. What is the central message of "January Night"?

A. Debt can easily be paid back B. Under an unjust system, poor farmers suffer despite hard work, yet they try to live with dignity C. Cold nights are dangerous D. Dogs are man’s best friend

Q4. Why does Halku scold Jabra at first in the field?

A. For following him instead of staying in the warm straw at home B. For eating his food C. For barking too loudly D. For running away from him

Q5. What does the ruined crop symbolise in the story?

A. Complete failure of the landlord B. Halku’s laziness C. Result of poverty and helplessness D. Victory of farmers

Q6. What does the name "Halku" suggest in the story?

A. It means clever B. It means heavy C. It means light D. It means rich

Q7. Who is the central character of the story "January Night"?

A. Halku B. Munni C. Jabra D. Sahna

Q8. What relationship is beautifully portrayed between Halku and Jabra?

A. Master and servant B. Man and faithful animal friend C. Enemies D. Teacher and student

Q9. Which of these best expresses the mood of the night in the field?

A. Bitterly cold and lonely B. Pleasant and safe C. Noisy and crowded D. Warm and joyful

Q10. How is the night sky described at the beginning of the story?

A. Full of lightning B. So cold that even the stars seem to shiver C. Cloudy and rainy D. Clear and warm

Quiz – January Night