How does Kezia's point of view change in the story?

She moves from seeing father as frightening to understanding him as loving

At the beginning, Kezia does not understand her father’s feelings. His serious face, loud voice, and strict manner make him appear frightening, so she avoids speaking freely with him. She believes that he is very different from the gentle adults she knows. Her view is based mainly on what she sees from a distance, not on a real understanding of his character.

Her opinion changes after he cares for her during the night. When he brings her close, gives her warmth, and protects her while she is frightened, she discovers that his stern outer manner hides affection and responsibility. Thus, the movement is from fear to understanding and love. Choice C is correct because it describes this complete change, whereas the other choices either reverse it or deny it.

This is a Class 9 English question. Chapter: The Little Girl. Topic: Parent-child relationships.