Question

\(\textbf{Comprehension Passage 2}\)
There was a pious peasant in Russia, satisfied with his limited means. Once an imp stole his only piece of bread. The peasant drank a glassful of water and felt happy. The imp got irritated. He disguised himself and worked with the peasant as his servant. On his advice the peasant produced good crop. The imp then instigated him to prepare wine from the surplus corn. The peasant did so. He invited his friends and began to make merry. Under the effect of intoxication, the peasant lost good senses. He abused his beloved wife and quarrelled with his friends. He fell into mud and grunted like a pig. It's true; when you have limited means, the animal within you is under control. If you possess means or power more than your needs, you get corrupt and your fall is inevitable.
What sort of man was the peasant?

Hint:

Character descriptions are often provided at the beginning of a story when the character is first introduced. Always check the opening sentences for such details.

Answer 1

Step 1: Understanding the Question:
The question asks about the initial character and nature of the peasant.

Step 2: Locating the Information in the Passage:
The very first sentence of the passage provides a direct description of the peasant.
It says: "There was a pious peasant in Russia, satisfied with his limited means."

Step 3: Final Answer:
The passage explicitly states that the peasant was pious (religious and devout) and content (satisfied) with the little he had.