Glossary

call it a day (idm) : decide or agree to stop doing something, temporarily or permanently

on the verge of (idm) : close to the point where something new begins

immensely (adv) : to a great extent or extremely

integral (adj) : essential

glare (n) : a focus of public attention

reckoning (n) : recognition / calculation

mindset (n) : attitude / way of thinking

commitment (n) : assurance/ dedication

collide (v) : crash

embarrassing (adj) : uncomfortable

cuisine (n) : a style of cooking; food cooked in a certain style

Answer the following questions.

1. What is Laxman’s philosophy of life as per the interview you have read?

2. What role did Laxman play in making India, No. 1 test cricket team?

On the basis of your reading of V.V.S. Laxman’s interview with Sportstar magazine, complete the following table.

Sl. NoEvents / incidents in his lifeYour responses
1.Home ground
2. Teams he represented
3. Levels he played at
4. People who influenced him
5.Things he likes / his hobbies
6.Memorable events
7.His message


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