Father keeping Kezia close at night shows which feeling?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Empathy and protection
When Kezia is frightened by a nightmare, her father lets her sleep close to him and makes her feel safe. This reveals his affection, empathy, and protective nature, not anger or neglect. Exam tip: This incident changes Kezia’s understanding of her father.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Empathy and protection
Why is this the correct answer?
When Kezia is frightened by a nightmare, her father lets her sleep close to him and makes her feel safe. This reveals his affection, empathy, and protective nature, not anger or neglect. Exam tip: This incident changes Kezia’s understanding of her father.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 English question. Chapter: The Little Girl. Topic: empathy.