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professor was very intelligent..he was stoopy..fowning through his horn like spectacles. he was boastful. he wanted to get the stripe. in pursuit of his ambition he worked very hard. he borrowed manuals n books for reading. if his fellowmen made mistakes he publicly corrected them..
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Why was private quelch professor?
Private Quelch had a lanky,stooping complexion. He wore horn rimmed glasses which made him look like a professor. He knew everything, and answered all the doubts which his fellow soldiers had.
What is name of private quelch?
The name of the private in the novel "Private Quelch" by J.B. Priestley is Private Quelch himself. He is portrayed as an overly intelligent and pedantic soldier who often irritates his fellow recruits and superiors with his constant need to demonstrate his knowledge. The story highlights themes of authority, conformity, and the tension between intellect and military discipline.
What is Private Quelch's nickname?
The Professor
Why did private quelch get his name as professor?
1.Private Quelch looked like a professor with horn rimmed spectacles. 2.His colleagues called Private Quelch a professor as he had answers to all questions and even added/corrected his instructors. 3.He was a man who knew too much.
What is the summary of the man who knew too much by Alexander Baron?
The story is about a man named private Quelch who likes to show off his knowledge. Narrator and his friends also gave him nickname 'professor' due to his lanky body and bespectacled looks. Although private Quelch meant to acquire a stripe and to get commission. He works hard for his ambition but due to his habit of interrupting senior officers and showing off his knowledge he was nominated for permanent cookhouse duties by Corporal Turnbull. Corporal Turnbull was a young and smart soldier who had returned from Dunkirk. He was a man not to be trifled with. Narrator and his fellow soldiers told each other that they could hammer nails into him without him noticing it. There are also many incidents in the story, when private Quelch outshone his fellow soldiers (including narrator) on aircraft recognition, when professor interrupted the sergeant and he asking questions to professor in hope of revenge. The story ends with a light note with private Quelch lecturing his fellow soldiers on how to cut potato without its vitamin values being wasted.
What was the turning point in the life of the private quelch?
The turning point in Private Quelch's life occurred when he demonstrated exceptional intelligence and knowledge during a military training exercise, which led to his promotion within the ranks. However, this newfound recognition also brought challenges, as his superior officers and fellow soldiers became increasingly resentful of his academic prowess and perceived arrogance. Ultimately, this conflict highlighted the tension between individual merit and group dynamics in military life, shaping Quelch's subsequent experiences and interactions.
Can you suggest a nickname for private Quelch rather than prafessor?
mr know all
Did private quelch's day to day practices take him closer towards his goal?
Yes, Private Quelch relentlessly worked hard towards his goal. He read training manuals, drilled with enthusiasm and tried to be a perfect army man by strictly adhering to the rules.
What does Private Quelch mean by intelligent reading?
Private Quelch likely means reading material that challenges one's intellect, such as books that require critical thinking, analysis, and reflection. Intelligent reading involves engaging with complex ideas, expanding one's knowledge, and deepening one's understanding of various subjects.
What is the birth name of Tony Quelch?
Tony Quelch's birth name is Anthony Michael Quelch.
Can you suggest another nickname for private quelch in the story the man who knew too much?
mr.know it all or encyclopedia
When was Harry Quelch born?
Harry Quelch was born in 1858.
