Three Questions Additional Questions and Answers

Content structure

A. Multiple choice questions & answers (MCQs)
B. Fill in the blanks
C. True or False
D. Short questions & answers
E. Long questions & answers
F. Grammar
- Tense Transformation

A. Multiple choice questions & answers (MCQs)

1. Why did the king find answers to the questions?
(a) To start preparation for war
(b) To avoid failure in life
(c) To control all people
(d) To control his future

Ans: (b) To avoid failure in life

2. What was the first question of the king?
(a) Who are the right people?
(b) What is the right time to do things?
(c) When will he die?
(d) Which work is most important?

Ans: (b) What is the right time to do things?

3. What did the king promise to give the people?
(a) A reward
(b) A house
(c) A kingdom
(d) A horse

Ans: (a) A reward

4. What was the second question of the king?
(a) Who are the right people to listen to?
(b) What is the right time to do work?
(c) Who are the wise people in his kingdom?
(d) What happens in his future?

Ans: (a) Who are the right people to listen to?

5. Whose answers satisfied the king?
(a) Magician
(b) Priest
(c) Scientist
(d) Hermit

Ans: (d) Hermit

6. What was the third question of the king?
(a) How will he die?
(b) What happens the next day?
(c) Who is the most important person?
(d) Which work is most important?

Ans: (d) Which work is most important?

7. What was the hermit doing when the king arrived?
(a) Planting
(b) Digging
(c) Cooking
(d) Cleaning

Ans: (b) Digging

8. Who came running from the forest?
(a) A nun
(b) A wounded man
(c) A guide
(d) An old woman

Ans: (b) A wounded man

9. Why was the king digging in the ground?
(a) To help the hermit
(b) To plant trees
(c) To punish himself
(d) To find treasure

Ans: (a) To help the hermit

10. Where did the hermit live?
(a) Village
(b) Town
(c) Forest
(d) Hill

Ans: (c) Forest

11. Where was the man injured?
(a) Leg
(b) Stomach
(c) Shoulder
(d) Hand

Ans: (b) Stomach

12. What did the king give the wounded man to drink?
(a) Milk
(b) Juice
(c) Soup
(d) Water

Ans: (d) Water

13. Why did the wounded man want to kill the king?
(a) The king had killed his father
(b) The king had killed his brother
(c) The king had killed his children
(d) The king had killed his whole family

Ans: (b) The king had killed his brother

14. Where did the king live the whole night?
(a) In a forest
(b) In a castle
(c) In a hermit’s hut
(d) In a field

Ans: (c) In a hermit’s hut

15. What was the hermit doing the next morning?
(a) Cooking
(b) Digging
(c) Sowing seeds
(d) Plucking flowers

Ans: (c) Sowing seeds

16. What was the most important time according to the hermit?
(a) Sunday
(b) Future
(c) Present
(d) Tomorrow

Ans: (c) Present

17. According to the hermit, who is the most important person?
(a) The king
(b) A wise man
(c) The person you are with
(d) The priest

Ans: (c) The person you are with

18. What is the most important thing to do in life?
(a) Study hard
(b) Helping others
(c) Travel the world
(d) Win battles

Ans: (b) Helping others

19. Which dress did the king wear to meet the hermit?
(a) Simple dress
(b) Royal dress
(c) Priest’s dress
(d) Soldier’s dress

Ans: (a) Simple dress

20. What did the king leave behind before meeting the hermit?
(a) His sword
(b) His car
(c) His horse and bodyguards
(d) His map

Ans: (c) His horse and bodyguards

B. Fill in the blanks

1. The king promised to give a large _______________ to anyone who could answer his questions. (money)
2. Some people said the king prepared a ______________ to know the right time. (timetable)
3. Some people believed only ____________ could tell the right time in advance. (magicians)
4. The hermit lived in a _____________. (forest)
5. The king decided to meet with a _______________. (hermit)
6. The king helped the hermit by taking the _____________ and digging for him. (spade)
7. The king cleaned the wound and bandaged it with a towel and ____________. (handkerchief)
8. The wounded man had come to ________________ the king. (kill)
9. The hermit told the king that the most important time is _______________. (now)
10. The king goes to the hermit’s house in ____________ dress. (simple)
11. The king wants to know the answers to avoid ________________. (failure)
12. Some people believed that religious ______________ was the most important. (worship)
13. The king had to leave his bodyguards and _______________ behind. (horse)
14. The king helped the hermit because he looked very _________________. (tired)
15. The king brought fresh ______________ for the bearded man. (water)
16. The king and the hermit carried the man into the ________________. (hut)
17. The next morning, the man looked at the king with _________________ eyes. (shining)
18. The king also promised to return the man’s ____________________. (property)
19. The king promised to send his own __________________ to treat the man. (doctor)
20. Next morning the bearded man __________ to the king. (forgive)

C. True or False

1. The king never finds the answer to his three questions. (False)
S/S: The king finds the answer to the three questions from the hermit.

2. The king does not help the wounded people. (False)
S/S: The king washed his wound and bandaged it with a towel and his handkerchief.

3. The king goes to the hermit’s house with his horse and bodyguards. (False)
S/S: The king left his horse and bodyguards in the forest and went alone in a simple dress.

4. The king wore a simple dress to meet with the hermit. (True)
S/S: The hermit only met with simple people, so the king wore a simple dress to meet him.

5. The king promised the wounded man to give back his captured property. (True)
S/S: The king promised the wounded man to return his property.

6. The hermit does not take help from the king to dig the ground. (False)
S/S: The king took the spade from the hermit and helped him dig the ground.

7. At the end of the story, the wounded man felt sorry for his work. (True)
S/S: The wounded man felt sorry for his work because he realized the king had saved his life.

8. The wounded man was injured by the king’s guards. (True)
S/S: The king’s guards attacked the man when they saw him coming from the forest to kill the king.

9. The king gave the man fresh water to drink. (True)
S/S: The king brought fresh water for the man to drink.

10. The king came back from his own home that night. (False)
S/S: The king stayed in the hut that night to care for the wounded man.

11. The hermit said to the king, the good time is now. (True)
S/S: The hermit told the king that the present moment is the most important time.

12. The next morning, the hermit is sowing the seeds when the king goes to his meeting. (True)
S/S: The hermit was sowing seeds while the king went to him to ask for the answers.

13. The king helps the hermit because he looks so tired and weak. (True)
S/S: The hermit was very old and looked weak, so the king helped him with the digging.

14. The king wants to know the answers because he wants to control his life. (False)
S/S: The king wanted to avoid failure in life, not control it, so he asked the three important questions.

15. Some people said science is the worst thing in the world. (False)
S/S: Some people told the king that science was the most important thing.

D. Short questions & answers

1. What are the three questions to ask the king?
Ans: The three questions are

What is the right time to act?
Who are the right people to listen to?
What is the most important thing to do?

2. Why did the king know the answers to the three questions?
Ans: The king believed that if he knew the right time to act, the right people to listen to, and the most important thing to do, he would never fail. So, he offered a great reward to anyone who could answer them.

3. Why did the king not believe the people’s answers?
Ans: The king did not accept the people’s answers because they all gave different opinions based on their beliefs, and none of them fully satisfied him.

4. Why did the king go to the monk’s house in ordinary clothes?
Ans: The king wore simple clothes because the hermit lived like a common man and never met kings or rich people, so the king wanted to meet him as an ordinary person to get honest answers.

5. Why did the king want to help the hermit?
Ans: The king saw that the hermit was old and tired from digging the ground, so in kindness he took the spade and helped him with the digging.

6. Why did the monks not answer on the first day?
Ans: The hermit didn’t answer directly because he wanted the king to learn through experience, showing him the importance of kindness and time.

7. What did the king promise to the wounded?
Ans: The king promised to return the man’s property, send his own doctor to treat him and give him all the help he needed.

8. How did the king help the wounded?
Ans: The king cleaned the man’s wounds, washed them several times, and used his own handkerchief and towel as bandages. He also gave him water to drink and stayed with him all night for care.

9. Why did the wounded man come to seek revenge?
Ans: The wounded man wanted revenge because the king had killed his brother in battle and seized his property so he came secretly to kill the king.

10. What were the common people talking about in the first answer?
Ans: The common people believed the best time to act could be decided by making a schedule; some suggested taking advice from wise men, and others said a magician could predict the right time.

11. How did the wounded man get injured?
Ans: The man was wounded by the king’s guards, who were hiding in the forest and attacked him because they believed he had come to kill the king.

12. Why were the wounded men sad?
Ans: The wounded man was sad because he had planned to kill the king but the king saved his life, which made him sorry, ashamed and he forgot his desire for revenge.

13. What did the monk say in response?
Ans: The hermit said the most important time is now, the most important person is the one you are with, and the most important thing is to do good for that person.

14. What does the story teach us?
Ans: The story teaches us to live in the present, help others, and do good, as real wisdom lies in kind actions, honesty, and a pure heart.

15. What was the main idea of the story?
Ans: The story shows that doing good for others is the most important thing in life because kindness and good deeds lead to peace, love, and help remove hatred.

16. How was the lesson of the story helpful in modern life?
Ans: The story teaches us to value the present, help others, and act kindly, as these lessons are important in today’s busy life and help us live peacefully and meaningfully.

17. What were the common people talking about in the second question?
Ans: The common people said the most important people were counselors, while others said doctors, priests, or soldiers were the most useful to help the king.

18. Why did the people come to the king?
Ans: People came to the king because he had announced a great reward for anyone who could answer his three questions so many people came with different answers based on their beliefs.

19. What did king learn at the end of the story?
Ans: The king learned that the present is the most important time, the person near him is the most important, and doing good is the most important action.

20. Describe the character of the hermit.
Ans: The hermit was a simple, wise, and kind man who lived alone in a forest, avoided rich people, and believed in doing good, teaching deep life lessons through actions, not words.

E. Long questions & answers

1. How can the king’s lessons be applied in real life today?
Ans: The king’s lessons are still valuable today, as he taught that the present moment is the most important, the person we are with matters most, and kindness is the best thing we can offer. In real life, this means living in the moment, respecting others, and helping those around us. We should not focus on the past or worry about the future but learn to value the present and show kindness, as these simple actions lead to happiness, peace, and stronger relationships.

2. How does the hermit’s final explanation answer the king’s three questions?
Ans: The hermit didn’t give direct answers but showed the king the truth through his actions. He explained that the most important time is now because it is the only moment we can act. The most important person is the one we are with, as we may never see them again. The most important task is to do good for that person. These answers helped the king understand that true wisdom comes from living in the present and caring for others with kindness.

3. Explain the theme of mindfulness in the story.
Ans: The story strongly reflects the theme of mindfulness through the king’s search for answers about the right time, the right people, and the right actions. The hermit teaches him that living in the present moment is what truly matters, as mindfulness means being aware of our actions, staying focused on the present, and treating others with kindness. The story shows that peace and understanding come from being fully present and doing good for the person in front of us.

4. What lesson did the king learn from the hermit?
Ans: The king learned that the present moment is the most important because it’s the only time we can take action. He also realized that the person we are with now is the most important and that helping others is the most meaningful thing we can do. The hermit taught these lessons through actions, not just words, which helped the king become kinder, wiser, and more thoughtful in the way he ruled.

5. What did the wounded man confess the next day?
Ans: The wounded man confessed that he had planned to kill the king because he believed the king had taken his land and killed his brother. As he waited to attack he was discovered and wounded by the king’s guards. The king however did not punish him; instead he treated his wounds and saved his life. This unexpected kindness filled the man with deep regret and thankfulness and he asked for forgiveness and promised to serve the king, showing that kindness can turn an enemy into a friend.

6. What important task did the king perform while staying with the hermit?
Ans: During his time with the hermit, the king helped dig the ground because the hermit was old and tired, and although the king was also very tired, he continued to work patiently. This simple act of kindness led to a life-changing experience. The task showed the value of serving others and taught the king that doing good actions is more meaningful than simply receiving wise words.

7. Why did the king visit the hermit in disguise?
Ans: The king visited the hermit in simple clothes because the hermit only met common people and avoided the rich or powerful. He wanted honest answers to his questions, so he chose to go without his guards and royal dress, like an ordinary man. This showed his humility and desire to learn true wisdom through experience and personal connection.

8. What were the three questions asked by the king?
Ans: The king asked three important questions: What is the right time to act? Who are the right people to listen to? And what is the most important thing to do? He believed that knowing the answers would help him succeed in life and never fail. These questions show his desire to become a wise and responsible ruler.

9. How did the king respond to the man’s confession?
Ans: The king forgave the wounded man without showing any anger and promised to return his land and send his own doctor to care for him. His kind and calm response turned an enemy into a loyal friend, showing that forgiveness and kindness have the power to remove hatred and build peace. This moment also taught the king that true strength comes from understanding and helping others, not from revenge or power.

F. Grammar

Tense Transformation

1. The king wants to know the answers. (Change into past tense)
Ans: The king wanted to know the answers.

2. He digs the ground with the spade. (Change into past tense)
Ans: He dug the ground with the spade.

3. The man is running toward the hut. (Change into future tense)
Ans: The man will run toward the hut.

4. The wounded man groans in pain. (Change into past continuous tense)
Ans: The wounded man was groaning in pain.

5. They carry the man to the hut. (Change into past perfect tense)
Ans: They had carried the man to the hut.

6. The hermit is answering the king’s questions. (Change into simple future tense)
Ans: The hermit will answer the king’s questions.

7. The king went up to the hermit. (Change to Past Continuous Tense)
Ans: The king was going up to the hermit.

8. The hermit was digging the ground. (Change to Past Perfect Continuous Tense)
Ans: The hermit had been digging the ground.

9. The king sent messengers throughout his kingdom. (Change to Future Tense)
Ans: The king will send messengers throughout his kingdom.

10. The sun went down behind the trees. (Change to past perfect tense)
Ans: The sun had gone down behind the trees.

11. The blood was flowing from his stomach. (Change to past perfect continuous tense)
Ans: The blood had been flowing from his stomach.

12. The king brought fresh water. (Change to past perfect tense)
Ans: The king had brought fresh water.

13. The king promised to return the property. (Change to past perfect tense)
Ans: The king had promised to return the property.

14. The sun rises in the east. (Change into past tense)
Ans: The sun rose in the east.

15. They had played football. (Change into future perfect)
Ans: They will have played football.

16. He is eating an apple. (Change into past perfect)
Ans: He had eaten an apple.

17. We were watching a movie. (Change into present perfect)
Ans: We have watched a movie.

18. The birds fly in the sky. (Change into past tense)
Ans: The birds flew in the sky.

19. They will travel to Delhi. (Change into past perfect)
Ans: They had travelled to Delhi.

20. The boy plays the guitar. (Change into future continuous)
Ans: The boy will be playing the guitar.

21. He has drawn a picture. (Change into simple past)
Ans: He drew a picture.

22. Rita was cooking dinner. (Change into future perfect continuous)
Ans: Rita will have been cooking dinner.

23. The children are playing outside. (Change into past perfect continuous)
Ans: The children had been playing outside.

24. We went to the zoo. (Change into present perfect)
Ans: We have gone to the zoo.

25. The dog barked loudly. (Change into future tense)
Ans: The dog will bark loudly.

26. I am cleaning my room. (Change into future continuous)
Ans: I will be cleaning my room.

27. Ravi walks to school. (Change into past continuous)
Ans: Ravi was walking to school.

28. She was singing a song. (Change into simple present)
Ans: She sings a song.

29. I wrote a letter to my friend. (Change into present perfect)
Ans: I have written a letter to my friend.

30. The baby sleeps peacefully. (Change into past tense)
Ans: The baby slept peacefully.