English Language & Literature — CBSE Class 10 board question

The postmaster came up with the idea of answering Lencho's letter so as not to shake the writer's faith in God.

To stick to his resolution, he collected money from his employees, gave part of his own salary, and asked several friends to contribute "for an act of charity." Though he could not gather the full hundred pesos, he sent Lencho a little more than half the amount in an envelope signed simply as "God."

Source: A Letter to God, Chapter 1

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This question tests reading comprehension from the story. The examiner expects two clear parts:

1. The idea — answering the letter to preserve Lencho's faith.
2. Steps taken — collecting from employees, contributing own salary, asking friends.

Mention that he couldn't gather the full hundred pesos; this detail is often asked as a follow-up and shows complete understanding. Keep the answer concise and factual — no personal opinion needed here.