Class 10 English - BIHAR
Supplementary: Footprints without Feet
Supplementary: Footprints without Feet by H.G. Wells is an intriguing story about Griffin, a brilliant scientist who discovers a rare formula to make the human body transparent and invisible. However, instead of using his scientific breakthrough for the greater good, he misuses it for selfish acts, lawlessness, and revenge. The story highlights themes of misuse of science, lack of morality, and the consequences of crime. For Bihar Board (BSEB) Class 10 students, this chapter is very important for scoring well in the English literature section through short-answer and long-answer questions based on Griffin's character and actions.
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Griffin's Scientific Discovery
Griffin discovered how to make human flesh transparent like a sheet of glass, though his body remained as solid as glass.
Misuse of Science
Griffin used his invisibility for unlawful activities like stealing, setting fire to his landlord's house, and attacking people without being seen.
The Incident at Iping Village
Griffin stays at an inn in Iping where his strange appearance and bizarre behavior arouse suspicion among the villagers, especially Mrs. Hall.
Lawless Scientist
The chapter explores the archetype of a brilliant scientist who lacks a moral compass, turning into a lawless wanderer.
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Board Exam Info
In the Bihar (BSEB) Class 10 English examination, this supplementary chapter usually carries around 4 to 6 marks. Questions typically include short-answer questions about Griffin's character, why he became a homeless wanderer, and long-answer questions analyzing whether he was a brilliant scientist or a lawless person.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were the two boys fascinated by the muddy footprints?
The boys were fascinated because they could see fresh footprints appearing on the ground out of nowhere, but they could not see any person making them.
Was Griffin a true scientist?
No, while Griffin was brilliantly intelligent for inventing invisibility, he was not a true scientist because he misused his discovery for crime, selfishness, and harming others.
Why did Griffin set fire to his landlord's house?
Griffin set fire to his landlord's house as an act of revenge because the landlord tried to eject him from the house.
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