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During which years did King Krishnadeva Raya rule the Vijayanagara Empire?
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He ruled from 1509 to 1529 CE.
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What is the reign of King Krishnadeva Raya often called due to its cultural and architectural flourishing?
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It is referred to as the Golden Era of the Vijayanagara Empire.
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What is the name of the Telugu epic poem written by King Krishnadeva Raya?
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The poem is titled Amuktamalyada.
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King Krishnadeva Raya authored a Sanskrit drama titled _____.
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Jambavati Parinayam
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Who were the 'Ashtadiggajas' in the context of the Vijayanagara court?
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They were the eight celebrated poets in the king's court.
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Which court poet was specifically famous for his quick wit and clever solutions?
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Tenali Ramakrishna (also known as Tenali Rama).
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What triggered the weeks-long quarrel between King Krishnadeva Raya and Queen Thirumalambal?
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The queen yawned while the king was reciting a poem he had written.
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Term: Renowned
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Definition: Well known.
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Term: Illustrious
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Definition: Respected and famous.
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Term: Patron
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Definition: A supporter, especially of learning or the arts.
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Term: Eminent
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Definition: Famous and respected within a particular sphere.
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Term: Insurmountable
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Definition: Undefeatable or impossible to overcome.
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Term: Trivial
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Definition: Unimportant or of little value.
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Term: Forlorn
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Definition: Lonely and unhappy.
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Term: Distraught
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Definition: Deeply upset or agitated.
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Term: Vague
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Definition: Unclear or not specific.
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Term: Profusely
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Definition: In large amounts or quantities.
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Term: Bustling
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Definition: Full of activity or busy.
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Term: Intricately
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Definition: In a very detailed or complex manner.
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Term: Exquisite
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Definition: Extremely fine, beautiful, or attractive.
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Term: Ornate
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Definition: Highly decorative or elaborate.
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Term: Gnawed
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Definition: To be persistent in causing worry or anxiety.
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Term: Yield
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Definition: The amount of harvest or crop produced.
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Term: Sarcasm
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Definition: The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.
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Term: Snickers
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Definition: Half-suppressed or smothered laughter.
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Term: Absurd
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Definition: Illogical, ridiculous, or wildly unreasonable.
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Term: Unfazed
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Definition: Not worried, startled, or discouraged.
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Term: Furrowed
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Definition: Wrinkled or creased, typically referring to a forehead in concentration.
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Term: Sceptical
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Definition: Not easily convinced; having doubts.
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Term: Gesture
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Definition: A movement of a part of the body to express an idea or meaning.
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Term: Orchestrated
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Definition: Carefully planned or arranged.
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Term: Brimmed
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Definition: To be full to the point of overflowing.
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Why did the king initially take offence at the queen's yawning?
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He viewed the gesture as a personal sign of disrespect toward his poetry.
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During the court discussion on agriculture, what 'revolutionary' item did Tenali Rama present?
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He presented a plateful of 'magic' paddy seeds.
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According to Tenali Rama, why would a person who yawns while sowing crops produce a poor harvest?
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The act of yawning would cause the seeds to scatter unevenly.
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How did Tenali Rama prove to the king that yawning is not an intentional act of disrespect?
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He noted that yawning is as natural as breathing and even the king yawned instinctively.
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What was the result of the king's realisation regarding the nature of yawning?
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He felt regret, apologised to the queen, and restored their bond.
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Which conditional structure uses 'Simple Present + Present Modal' to show a possible future action?
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Type 1 Conditional.
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In the sentence 'If I were invisible, I would sneak into the secret room', what type of situation is expressed?
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A hypothetical or imaginary situation (Type 2 Conditional).
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Which conditional structure uses 'Past Perfect + would have + Past Participle' to describe an unchangeable past?
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Type 3 Conditional.
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Cloze: If I _____ known this would happen, I would have chosen another day.
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had
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Cloze: If, by chance, something _____ to go wrong, our farmers would suffer.
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were
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Cloze: Your teacher will be unhappy if you _____ (not complete) your homework.
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do not complete
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What is a 'closed compound' word?
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A compound word formed when two words are combined without spaces or hyphens, such as 'sunlight'.
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Give an example of an 'open compound' word from the text.
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Paddy seeds.
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How is a 'hyphenated compound' word distinguished?
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It uses a hyphen to connect the words, such as 'well-planned'.
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Compound Word: 'quick' + 'witted'
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Meaning: Showing or having a sharp or clever mind.
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Compound Word: 'soft' + 'spoken'
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Meaning: Speaking with a quiet, gentle voice.
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Compound Word: 'ill' + 'tempered'
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Meaning: Easily annoyed or made angry.
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Sound Word: A loud, deep, prolonged sound made by a person or a lion.
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Roared.
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Sound Word: A soft, indistinct sound made by a person or a group of people.
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Murmur.
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Sound Word: To speak in a low voice that is difficult to hear clearly.
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Mumble.
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Sound Word: A short, light, suppressed laugh.
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Snickers.
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Sound Word: To emit a long, deep, audible breath expressing sadness, relief, or tiredness.
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Sighed.
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What kind of end-intonation do 'Yes/No' questions typically require?
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A rising tone.
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What kind of end-intonation do '-Wh' questions (like 'Where' or 'Why') typically require?
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A falling tone.
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Riddle: What has to be shared before you can keep it?
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A secret.
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Riddle: What is always in front of you but cannot be seen?
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The future.
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Riddle: I can be measured but not touched; spent but not saved. What am I?
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Time.
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Riddle: I can be a friend or a foe; I bring both joy or pain. What am I?
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Words.