Comprehension
Read the following extracts and answer the questions
Derry: I....there....I thought this was an empty place. I didn’t know there was anybody here....
Mr. Lamb: That’s all right. I’m here. What are you afraid of, boy? That’s all right.
Derry: I thought it was empty....an empty house.
Mr. Lamb: So it is. Since I’m out here in the garden. It is empty. Until I go back inside. In the meantime, I’m out here and likely to stop. A day like this. Beautiful day. Not a day to be indoors.
Derry : (Panic) I,ve got to go.
(On The Face Of It)
Derry: I....there....I thought this was an empty place. I didn’t know there was anybody here....
Mr. Lamb: That’s all right. I’m here. What are you afraid of, boy? That’s all right.
Derry: I thought it was empty....an empty house.
Mr. Lamb: So it is. Since I’m out here in the garden. It is empty. Until I go back inside. In the meantime, I’m out here and likely to stop. A day like this. Beautiful day. Not a day to be indoors.
Derry : (Panic) I,ve got to go.
(On The Face Of It)
Question: 1
Derry was stammering because of:
Derry was stammering because of:
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Understand the emotions and behavior of characters to interpret their dialogue and actions correctly.
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- A speech defect.
- Excitement.
- Anger.
- Fear.
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The Correct Option is D
Solution and Explanation
Derry was stammering out of nervousness and discomfort, which stemmed from his fear and hesitation in social situations.
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Question: 2
Complete the sentence appropriately.
Derry insisted on going back because ____________________.
Complete the sentence appropriately.
Derry insisted on going back because ____________________.
Derry insisted on going back because ____________________.
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When analyzing characters, focus on their motives and emotional development as reflected in their actions and dialogues.
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Solution and Explanation
Derry insisted on going back to Mr. Lamb to overcome his fears and doubts, showing his determination to rise above his insecurities and take control of his life.
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Question: 3
Mr. Lamb was trying to tell Derry that:
Mr. Lamb was trying to tell Derry that:
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Understand the deeper message of dialogue to identify life lessons imparted by characters in literature.
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- It was a matter of perception.
- Derry could stay with him.
- He spent all his days in the garden.
- He was fond of company.
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
Mr. Lamb emphasized that Derry’s view of his scar was shaped by his perception. He encouraged Derry to embrace positivity and focus on his inner self rather than external appearances.
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Question: 4
From the extract, one can infer that Mr. Lamb was a/an:
From the extract, one can infer that Mr. Lamb was a/an:
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Empathy and kindness are key traits that define impactful characters in literature. Observe their actions and words to understand their personality.
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- Compassionate man.
- Mysterious character.
- New neighbour.
- Unreasonable man.
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
The extract shows Mr. Lamb’s empathy and wisdom as he attempts to comfort Derry and help him build his self-confidence, highlighting his compassionate and kind nature.
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