Question

What were Derry and Mr. Lamb victim of?

• A. Vision impairment
• B. War
• C. Physical impairment
• D. None of these

Hint:

“On the Face of It” teaches that physical impairment should not limit one’s outlook towards life.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

This question is based on the play “On the Face of It” by Susan Hill. The play highlights the emotional and psychological struggles of two physically challenged characters.
Step 1: Understand the characters.
Derry has a burnt face due to an accident with acid, which makes him self-conscious and isolated. Mr. Lamb has lost one of his legs in the war and walks with the help of a tin leg.
Step 2: Analyze the options.
(A) Vision impairment: Neither of them suffers from vision problems.
(B) War: Although Mr. Lamb lost his leg in war, both characters are primarily victims of physical disability.
(C) Physical impairment: This is correct because both Derry and Mr. Lamb suffer from physical disabilities.
(D) None of these: Since option (C) is correct, this option is incorrect.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Both Derry and Mr. Lamb are victims of physical impairment, which affects their lives and attitudes. Hence, the correct answer is (C).
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