Questions discussed in video
đŸ‘‰Short answer question ( 2 marks )
a. Who did M. Hamel blame when Franz was unable to answer a question on
French participles?
Ans. Mr. M. Hamel blames :
people of Alsace for postponing learning .
parents who preferred to send their children to work in fields
and mills instead of sending them to school.
himself for not fulfilling his duty as a teacher sincerely.
đŸ‘‰Long answer question ( 6 marks)
B. Compare and contrast Mr Lamb and Derry?
Ans.
Introduction :
Both Mr. Lamb and Derry suffer from problems. Mr. Lamb had a tinned
leg whereas Derry had a burnt face. But both of them differ in their
attitude towards handling their problems.
Body :
Mr. Lamb
Very positive in his outlook. Sees the beauty in everything,
including weeds.
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Doesn’t let physical handicap prevent him from living life to the
fullest.
Very friendly, opened his doors to the world.
Sees that the world and people are important.
Strong- doesn’t let people’s negative comments hurt him.
Practical; knows one’s life is in one’s own hands.
Shows understanding of Derry’s problems.
Derry :
Scared of meeting people as he hates seeing their fear of him
and facing their rejection.
Very sensitive—people’s comments hurt him deeply.
Upset with parents’ over protectiveness and mother’s revulsion
with his face.
Defiant, rude as he is too scared to talk to people.
Negative about everything – sees everything in a bad light.
Indulges in self-pity over his face.
Hates sympathy.
Hates the world and keeps away from it.
Inner deep desire to be accepted which he hides under an
abrasive exterior.
Conclusion :
Darry Changes at the end after listening to Mr Lamb. He became ready to face
the world and overcome obstacles. He also finds courage and
strength to get what he wants.
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