NCERT Solutions for Class 7 English Poorvi Chapter 10 The Tunnel Pages 144-145 - Let us discuss Question 1. Suraj compares the train to a magical creature. Pick the phrases that convey the meaning. Answer: The phrases that convey the meaning of Suraj comparing the train to a magical train are: (a) The railway lines were two straight black serpents disappearing into the tunnel in the hill side. (b) The steam engine shot out of the tunnel, snorting and puffing like some green, black and gold dragon. (c) It charged straight at the tunnel, and into it thundering past Suraj like the beautiful dragon of his dreams. Question 2. Suraj knew that the train was close by because ___________. Answer: He had heard, in the distance, the shrill whistle of the engine. Question 3. What did Spraj see inside the tunnel? Answer: Inside the tunnel it was too dark, the walls were damp and sticky, a bat flew past and a lizard scuttled between the lines. Question 4. Select the correct option. What ...