12th English Important Question Answer Flamingo Chapter 06

12th English Important Question Answer Flamingo

Q. 1. What was Pancake? Why was it brought in truck loads in Gemini Studio?

Ans. Pancake was the brand name of the makeup material which the Gemini Studios brought in truck loads for the makeup of the artists working in the studio. The brand was very popular with Hollywood actresses as well. Eminent Indian actresses like Miss Gohar and Vijantimala too preferred it for their makeup.

Q. 2. Who was Subbu's principal?

Ans. Mr. S.S. Vasan, the founder of the Gemini studios, was Subbu's principal.

Q. 3. Subbu is described as a many-sided genius. List four of his special abilities.

Ans. Subbu is described as a many-sided genius. His four special qualities were:

(1) He had a charming personality. He always looked cheerful even after having a flop film.

(2) He did the work for somebody.

(3) He had a habit of smiling even in distress and failure.

(4) He was a tailor-made for films.

Q. 4. Why was Kothamangalam Subbu considered No. 2 in Gemini Studios?

Ans. Kothamangalam Subbu was considered a talented personality and he was suc- ceeded in securing the place closest to the Boss by means of flatery. He was also a very cheerful person and loyal to the Boss. He offered solutions whenever the Boss was in a fix.

Q. 5. Who was the English visitor to the studios?

Ans. The English visitor to the studios was Stephen Spender. He was the Editor of "The Encounter".

Q. 6. What ‘The God That Failed’ refer to.

Answer: The God That Failed’ contained six separate essays of six renowned essayists about their journeys into communism and their disillusioned return.