CBSE Class 10 English – The Pace for Living

Chapter Overview

“The Pace for Living” by R.C. Hutchinson examines the modern obsession with speed—be it airplanes, cars, or fast travel—and its impact on individuals and society, especially those who process information slowly. Through anecdotes about a corn‑merchant overwhelmed by rapid change, the narrator’s own identity as a “slow‑thinker,” and cinematic blunders, Hutchinson highlights the tension between technological advancement and human pace. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Important Keywords

• Fast‑paced culture: Society’s obsession with speed in travel and communication. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
• Slow thinker: Someone who processes information more deliberately—often disadvantaged today. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• Technological acceleration: Airplanes, cars, machines reshaping social rhythm. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Superficial thrill: The excitement of rapid experiences versus deeper satisfaction. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Perception overload: Struggle to keep up in fast-moving environments like cinema. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}