Chapter 9 | You're Thinking About Tomatoes | STORY

In a surreal exploration of an India-themed room, characters like Not-Sheba, Hanuman, and Charlie navigate a world where historical and fictional elements blend. Hanuman faces a dilemma over shirt-making due to Lord Chilton's control over cotton. Charlie envisions a movie, while Sita reveals her tragic past. Toy soldiers sing about historical battles, highlighting the complex interplay of power and culture.

What does Not-Sheba initially think about the room she enters?

• It looks like a movie set.

• It feels like a museum.

• It reminds her of a dream.

• It resembles a school.

What is Hanuman's initial reaction to Lord Chilton's questions?

• He immediately knows the answers.

• He ignores the questions.

• He is excited to answer.

• He is confused about making shirts.

What does Lord Chilton plan to do with the cotton?

• Sell it back to the farmers.

• Use it to make shirts in England.

• Distribute it for free.

• Burn it to prevent competition.

What is Hanuman's concern about Lord Chilton's plan?

• It will create more jobs.

• It will improve the economy.

• It will cause starvation.

• It will lead to a surplus of shirts.

What does Not-Sheba discover in the India room?

• A book about history.

• A painting of a battle.

• A statue of Sita.

• A map of India.

What does Sita reveal about her location?

• She is in a movie set.

• She is in the real India.

• She was brought there by Lord Chilton.

• She is in a dream.

What historical event do the toy soldiers celebrate?

• The discovery of a new land.

• The building of a new city.

• The signing of a peace treaty.

• The storming of the Kashmir gate.

What does Sita say about the soldiers' song?

• It praises their bravery.

• It mocks their enemies.

• It celebrates their victory over the 'pandis.'

• It is a lullaby.

What does Frank notice about the toy soldiers?

• They are singing a modern song.

• They are wearing modern clothes.

• They are missing their weapons.

• They are not the real thing.

What is the significance of the cannon outside the window?

• It is a symbol of peace.

• It was used in a historical battle.

• It is a new invention.

• It is a decoration.