The Enemy: Class 12 English Core (CBSE) important questions and practice
The Enemy is chapter 17 of 21 in CBSE Class 12 English Core. Below are the topics the paper draws from, the question types that come up again and again, and a free practice test on this chapter alone.
Topics in this chapter
- Pearl S. Buck's story set in wartime Japan
- Dr Sadao Hoki finds a wounded American prisoner of war
- Conflict between duty as a doctor and loyalty to the nation
- Hana's role and the servants' departure
- The General's promise, the assassins who never come, and Sadao helping Tom escape
- Theme: humanity above nationalism
What examiners usually ask
- What was Dr Sadao's dilemma when he found the wounded American soldier?
- Why did the General not send the assassins to kill the American? What does it reveal about him?
- How does the story 'The Enemy' show that humanity transcends national boundaries?
Exam tip
Long answers should trace the dilemma, the operation, the General's self-interest and the escape by boat, and end with the final line about why Sadao could not kill 'his enemy'; Hana's quiet courage is a frequent character question.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important questions from The Enemy for CBSE Class 12?
The question types listed above repeat most often in CBSE Class 12 English Core papers for this chapter. Practise them with the chapter test and then attempt them inside a full previous-year paper under time.
Is The Enemy in the CBSE Class 12 English Core syllabus?
Yes. The Enemy is part of the current CBSE Class 12 English Core syllabus, as listed on this site from the prescribed textbook.
Can I practise The Enemy MCQs in Hindi?
Yes. The chapter test and explanations are available in Hindi and English, with an AI doubt solver for any question.