The Devoted Friend - Class 12 English Notes
1. Exercise: Pre-Reading
1.1 What is your idea of a true friend?
A true friend supports you in both good and bad times. They are loyal, honest, empathetic, and encouraging, helping you through life's ups and downs.
1.2 Qualities of a true friend (Using F-R-I-E-N-D):
- F – Frank: Speaks truthfully with kindness.
- R – Respectful: Respects your thoughts and feelings.
- I – Inspirational: Motivates you to grow.
- E – Empathetic: Understands your emotions.
- N – Nurturing: Supports with care and kindness.
- D – Devoted: Loyal and faithful always.
2. Vocabulary: Match the Phrases
| Phrase | Meaning |
|---|
| By himself | All alone |
| Getting on | Managing |
| By the by | Incidentally |
| At once | Immediately |
| Took down | Wrote |
| Keep up | Continue |
| As good as | Very nearly |
| At great length | With much detail |
3. Who Said This?
| Statement | Character |
|---|
| "You are certainly very thoughtful about..." | Miller's Wife |
| "But could we not ask little Hans up here?" | Miller's Son |
| "Friendship never forgets." | Miller |
| "I wouldn't be unkind for the whole world." | Little Hans |
| "What do you want, little Hans?" | Doctor |
| "Little Hans is certainly a great loss to everyone." | Blacksmith |
4. Multiple Choice Questions
- Hans faced difficulties in: Winter ✅
- Miller didn't invite Hans because: He might ask for flour on credit ✅
- Miller's wife was: Selfish like her husband ✅
- Hans wanted to sell flowers to: Burgomaster's daughter ✅
- Miller's wheelbarrow was: Broken ✅
- Which task did Hans not do? Gather wood for kitchen fire ✅
- Why did Miller come to Hans at night? To bring a doctor ✅
- Hans died because of: Miller's selfishness ✅
- Which statement is true? Miller exploited Hans ✅
- Moral of the story: One-sided friendship is damaging ✅
5. Long Answer Questions
- Odd friendship between Hans and Miller?
The friendship is one-sided; Miller only takes from Hans while pretending to care.
- Why did Hans sell the wheelbarrow?
Hans was poor and needed money to buy food in winter. Miller didn't help him.
- How did Miller exploit Hans with the wheelbarrow?
He used the promise to manipulate Hans into doing hard tasks and delayed giving it.
- What selfish act caused Hans's death?
Miller sent Hans on a stormy night without help to fetch a doctor, leading to Hans drowning.
- Did Hans's simplicity lead to his death?
Yes. Hans trusted Miller blindly and couldn't see through his manipulation.
- False friends vs open enemies?
False friends cause deeper harm by pretending to care while exploiting others.
- How would you deal with a friend like Miller?
Set clear boundaries. Avoid manipulation. Distance yourself from toxic relationships.
6. Character Comparison – Hans vs Miller
| Little Hans | Miller |
|---|
| Kind-hearted | Selfish |
| Innocent | Cunning |
| Hardworking | Lazy |
| Poor but honest | Rich but greedy |
| Victim of false friendship | Manipulator of friendship |
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