Question

Activities based on the extract of the novel ‘Around the World in Eighty Days’ (Answer in about 50 words
(i) Elaborate the following quote in the light of Phileas Fogg’s Venture….
‘Quitters never win and Winners never quit.’
(ii) Phileas Fogg knocked detective fix down – Give reason/s.

Hint:

Link quote to Fogg’s actions; reason must be specific to plot.

Answer 1

(i) Phileas Fogg embodies this quote. Despite train delays, shipwrecks, and Fix’s sabotage, he never quits. His calm determination, precise planning, and willingness to risk £20,000 prove winners persist. He wins the bet with hours to spare, showing relentless pursuit triumphs over obstacles.
(ii) Fogg knocks Fix down in self-defense and frustration. Fix, disguised as a fellow passenger, delays him repeatedly (e.g., in India, Hong Kong) to arrest him. At Liverpool, Fix tries to detain him after the warrant expires. Fogg, losing precious time, reacts physically to protect his wager.