Class 10 English - MP
Supplementary: Footprints without Feet
Supplementary chapter Footprints without Feet by H.G. Wells tells the story of Griffin, a brilliant scientist who discovers how to make his body transparent. Misusing his scientific discovery for theft, revenge, and chaos, he becomes a lawless homeless wanderer in London and later Iping village. MP Board Class 10 students should study this chapter thoroughly as it highlights themes of misuse of science, morality, and the consequences of unethical actions. Board exams frequently feature character sketches of Griffin and questions testing the understanding of his invisibility experiments and chaotic behavior in the village.
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Griffin's Discovery
Griffin was a brilliant scientist who discovered certain rare drugs that made human bodies transparent like a sheet of glass, though remaining solid.
Misuse of Science
Instead of using his scientific breakthrough for the betterment of society, Griffin used his invisibility to steal, assault people, and escape the law.
The Iping Incident
Griffin rented a room at an inn in Iping village wrapped in bandages with a fake nose, where his strange behavior and sudden thefts raised suspicion among the locals.
Clash with the Clergyman
The village clergyman and his wife woke up to strange noises in their study, only to find the room ransacked and money stolen without seeing anyone present.
Griffin's Lawless Nature
The story emphasizes that science without ethics and moral responsibility destroys society, turning a brilliant mind into a criminal monster.
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Board Exam Info
In the Madhya Pradesh (MPBSE) Class 10 English board examination, questions from 'Footprints without Feet' generally carry around 3 to 4 marks. Common question types include short answer questions based on Griffin's activities in Iping, long answer questions focusing on his character sketch, and value-based questions regarding the ethical use of science.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Griffin become a homeless wanderer?
Griffin set his landlord's house on fire out of revenge because his landlord disliked him and tried to eject him. To escape without being caught, he swallowed his rare drugs, became invisible, and lost his clothes.
How did Griffin manage to stay hidden in London?
Griffin entered a big London store for warmth, stole clothes, shoes, and overcoat, and ate cold meat and coffee from a restaurant kitchen, sleeping on a pile of quilts before being discovered.
Why was the village of Iping unusual in winter?
Iping is a small village in Sussex. A stranger arriving there in winter was unusual, but a stranger wrapped in bandages with a fake nose and eccentric behavior made it even more mysterious and shocking for the villagers.
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