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Derry: I’d not come to steal anything. Mr. Lamb: No, no. The young lads steal...scrump the apples. You’re not so young. Derry: I just...wanted to come in. Into the garden. Mr. Lamb: So you did. Here we are, then. Derry: You don’t know who I am. Mr. Lamb: A boy. Thirteen or so. Derry: Fourteen. [Pause] But I’ve got to go now. Good-bye. Mr. Lamb: Nothing to be afraid of. Just a garden. Just me. Derry: But I’m not...I’m not afraid. (Pause) People are afraid of me.
Question: 1
Why does Mr. Lamb feel that Derry has not come to steal?
Why does Mr. Lamb feel that Derry has not come to steal?
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Focus on the interaction between Mr. Lamb and Derry to understand their contrasting perceptions.
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Mr. Lamb feels that Derry has not come to steal because Derry seems timid and hesitant. Mr. Lamb believes that stealing is something young, mischievous boys do, and Derry does not fit that description.
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Question: 2
Cite instances from the extract which show that Mr. Lamb is trying to put Derry at ease.
Cite instances from the extract which show that Mr. Lamb is trying to put Derry at ease.
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Observe how dialogue reveals character traits and interpersonal dynamics in literature.
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Mr. Lamb tries to put Derry at ease by being kind and welcoming. He reassures Derry by saying, “Here we are, then,” and downplays Derry’s nervousness by stating, “Nothing to be afraid of. Just a garden. Just me.” His gentle tone and understanding nature help Derry feel more comfortable.
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Question: 3
Choose the correct statement:
Choose the correct statement:
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Identify the motivations behind a character’s actions to understand their role in the story.
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- Derry entered the garden as he was fascinated by the bees.
- Derry came to meet Mr. Lamb.
- They were well acquainted with each other.
- Derry entered as he wanted to see the garden.
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Derry admits in the extract that he wanted to come into the garden, showing curiosity about the place rather than any premeditated purpose.
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Question: 4
People are afraid of Derry because .........
People are afraid of Derry because .........
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Focus on how physical appearance influences societal perception and character development in the narrative.
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People are afraid of Derry because of his facial disfigurement, which makes him self-conscious and causes others to react unkindly or awkwardly, further deepening his sense of isolation.
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