1. Why did the postmaster decide to reply to Lencho’s letter?

2. The postmaster was a fat, amiable man. What is the meaning of amiable?

3. How much money did Lencho ask for?

4. What was the only hope left in the hearts of Lencho’s family?

5. The field looked as if it were covered in _______.

6. Which crop was growing on Lencho’s fields?

7. Where did Lencho expect the downpour to come from?

8. Where was Lencho’s house situated?