Question

Franz in “The Last Lesson” realizes the importance of going to school while Saheb in “Lost Spring” yearns to go to school. Write a paragraph exploring the different perspectives of these two young boys on learning and education.

Hint:

Compare the role of education in Franz and Saheb’s lives, focusing on themes of privilege, regret, and aspiration.

Answer 1

Franz realizes the value of education when it is too late—after learning that it will be his last French lesson. This moment awakens his regret for not valuing school earlier. Saheb, on the other hand, is deprived of the opportunity to attend school due to poverty. While Franz’s realization stems from a loss of privilege, Saheb’s yearning represents the aspirations of the underprivileged. Both stories highlight the significance of education, yet through contrasting lenses—one of complacency and the other of unfulfilled dreams.
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- deprived of educational opportunity
- nurtures hope to join a school when author promises
- has a desperation to attend school
- denied an opportunity by false promises