Compared with the mechanical teacher, which quality of human teachers can make education less frightening?

Sympathetic correction

The governing concept is supportive correction. A human teacher can notice not only that an answer is wrong, but also why the learner made the mistake and how the learner feels about it. By correcting patiently, giving a useful hint and encouraging another attempt, the teacher turns an error into a step in learning. Option B is therefore correct: sympathetic correction reduces anxiety and helps a child remain willing to participate. Option A has no educational value, while option C increases fear rather than removing it. Option D prevents communication and gives no guidance. The contrast with Margie’s mechanical teacher shows that a machine may mark performance, but a human teacher can respond with understanding and encouragement.

This is a Class 9 English question. Chapter: The Fun They Had. Topic: the importance of human teachers.