Question

How did Subbu perform in films despite not being the lead actor?

• A. He performed worse than the main actors
• B. He performed as well as other actors
• C. He performed better than the supposed main players
• D. He refused to act in films

Hint:

Always look for direct statements in the passage. The exact words "performed better than the supposed main players" provide the answer.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Locate the relevant information in the passage.
The passage states: "He was an amazing actor—he never aspired to the lead roles—but whatever subsidiary role he played in any of the films, he performed better than the supposed main players."
Step 2: Understand the key phrase.
The phrase "supposed main players" refers to the lead actors who were expected to be the best performers. However, Subbu, despite playing subsidiary (supporting) roles, outperformed them.
Step 3: Analysis of each option.

• (A) He performed worse than the main actors: Incorrect. The passage explicitly states the opposite.
• (B) He performed as well as other actors: Incorrect. He didn't just match them; he surpassed them.
• (C) He performed better than the supposed main players: Correct.} This is directly stated in the passage.
• (D) He refused to act in films: Incorrect. The passage confirms he acted in films, though not in lead roles.

Step 4: Conclusion.
Subbu's acting talent was so remarkable that even in small, subsidiary roles, he would deliver performances that outshone the lead actors. This demonstrates his extraordinary acting ability. Final Answer:} (C) He performed better than the supposed main players