"Black Aeroplane" is a thrilling story written by [acclaimed ] author Frederick Forsyth. The story revolves around an experienced pilot flying an old [Dakota plane ] from France back to England. The pilot is excited to be returning home to his family and looks forward to a ........................
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Back Questions - Black Aeroplane | First Flight | Class 10 Literature | CBSE English
“I’ll take the risk.” What is the risk? Why does the narrator take it?
The risk that the narrator takes is flying his old Dakota aeroplane straight into a storm despite the danger. He takes the risk because he wants to reach England as soon as possible to be with his family and enjoy a hearty breakfast. He is also an experienced pilot and believes he can navigate through the storm.
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Describe the narrator’s experience as he flew the aeroplane into the storm.
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Why does the narrator say, “I landed and was not sorry to walk away from the old Dakota…”?
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What made the woman in the control centre look at the narrator strangely?
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Who do you think helped the narrator to reach safely? Discuss this among yourselves and give reasons for your answer.
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Back Exercises - Black Aeroplane | First Flight | Class 10 Literature | CBSE English
Now, try to guess the meanings of the word ‘black’ in the sentences given below. Check the meanings in the dictionary and find out whether you have guessed right.
Go and have a bath; your hands and face are absolutely black.
The taxi-driver gave Ratan a black look as he crossed the road when the traffic light was green.
The bombardment of Hiroshima is one of the blackest crimes against humanity.
Very few people enjoy Harold Pinter’s black comedy.
Sometimes shopkeepers store essential goods to create false scarcity and then sell these in black.
Villagers had beaten the criminal black and blue.
In this context, "black" means dirty or soiled. (Correct)
In this context, "black" means angry or disapproving. (Correct)
In this context, "black" means morally or ethically reprehensible. (Correct)
In this context, "black" means a type of humor that is dark, cynical, or pessimistic. (Correct)
In this context, "black" refers to an illegal market or unauthorized sale of goods. (Correct)
In this context, "black and blue" means severely bruised or beaten up. (Correct)
Match the phrases given under Column A with their meanings given under Column B:
Column A | Column B |
|---|---|
Fly a flag | Move quickly/suddenly |
Fly into rage | Be successful |
Fly along | Display a flag on a long pole |
Fly high | Escape from a place |
Fly the coop | Become suddenly very angry |
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We know that the word ‘fly’ (of birds/insects) means to move through air using wings. Tick the words which have the same or nearly the same meaning.
swoop | flit | paddle | flutter |
ascend | float | ride | skim |
sink | dart | hover | glide |
descend | soar | shoot | spring |
stay | fall | sail | flap |
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Have you ever been alone or away from home during a thunderstorm? Narrate your experience in a paragraph.
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Extra Questions - Black Aeroplane | First Flight | Class 10 Literature | CBSE English
The moon was coming up in the east, behind me, and stars were shining in the clear sky above me. There wasn't a cloud in the sky. I was happy to be alone high up above the sleeping countryside. I was flying my old Dakota aeroplane over France back to England. I was dreaming of my holiday and looking forward to being with my family. I looked at my watch at one thirty in the morning. I should call Paris Control soon. I thought. As I looked down past the nose of the aeroplane, I saw the lights of a big city in front of me.
a. How was the weather when the pilot started flying his aeroplane?
b. Where was the pilot going and why?
c. What was the pilot planning to do?
a. The weather was clear and calm when the pilot started flying his aeroplane. There wasn't a cloud in the sky, and the moon was coming up in the east, and stars were shining above him.
b. The pilot was flying his old Dakota aeroplane over France back to England. He was going home to be with his family after a holiday.
c. The pilot was planning to call Paris Control soon to update them on his flight progress and make sure he was on the right track. He was also looking forward to having breakfast when he arrived in England.
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Paris was about 150 kilometres behind me when I saw the clouds. Storm clouds. They were huge. They looked like black mountains standing in front of me across the sky- I knew I could not fly up and over them, and I did not have enough fuel to fly around them to the north or south.
a. What happened when the pilot was about 150 kilometres away from Paris?
b. What does the author compare the clouds to?
c. What option did the pilot take?
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We feel there are certain forces that are always active in one way or the other; these maybe supernatural. How does the story of the pilot prove the forces to be supernatural in nature?
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Quiz - Black Aeroplane | First Flight | Class 10 Literature | CBSE English
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About the Author - Black Aeroplane | First Flight | Class 10 Literature | CBSE English
Frederick Forsyth is a British author and journalist , born on August 25, 1938, in Ashford, Kent, England. He is best known for his thrillers such as "The Day of the Jackal" and "The Odessa File," which have been adapted into successful movies. Before becoming a novelist, Forsyth worked as a journalist for Reuters and the BBC. He has also served as a spy for MI6 in the 1960s. Forsyth's writing is characterized by meticulous research, realistic and detailed plots, and a focus on political and espionage themes. In addition to his novels, he has also written several non-fiction books and served as a political commentator. Forsyth has won numerous awards for his writing, including the Edgar Award and the Diamond Dagger Award for Lifetime Achievement from the Crime Writers' Association.
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Themes - Black Aeroplane | First Flight | Class 10 Literature | CBSE English
- Risk-taking and bravery
The main character in the story takes a great risk in flying straight into a storm despite the dangers. He is also brave in following the mysterious black plane without knowing who is behind the controls. This theme highlights the importance of taking calculated risks and being brave when faced with difficult situations. - Mysterious forces at play
The presence of the black plane in the storm, without any lights or radar signals, is a mysterious force that the protagonist....
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Plot - Black Aeroplane | First Flight | Class 10 Literature | CBSE English
- Introduction
The story begins with the main character, an experienced pilot, flying his old Dakota plane over France back to England. - Inciting Incident
As he approaches...
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Important Lines - Black Aeroplane | First Flight | Class 10 Literature | CBSE English
- "I wanted that breakfast. ‘I’ll take the risk,’ I thought, and flew that old Dakota straight into the storm."
This line is important because it sets the tone for the rest of the story. The protagonist's willingness to take a risk despite the danger shows his determination and perseverance . - "The compass was turning round and round and round. It was dead. It would not work!"
This line highlights...
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Vocabulary - Black Aeroplane | First Flight | Class 10 Literature | CBSE English
Countryside - The rural area outside of cities and towns, typically characterized by natural scenery
They decided to take a weekend trip to the Countryside to enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Dakota - A type of propeller-driven airplane used for various purposes, particularly during World War II
The aviation museum had a beautifully restored Dakota on display.
[Compass ] - A navigational instrument used to determine direction relative to the Earth's magnetic poles
The hiker used a [Compass ] to ensure he was heading in the right direction.
Fuel tank - A container that holds fuel for an aircraft or vehicle
The mechanic checked.......................................
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