What behaviour does Macdonald show toward children?

Correct answer: Affectionate and open behaviour

The governing concept is comparison as a method of characterisation. Mr Macdonald is presented as relaxed, affectionate, and openly involved with his children. He plays with them and allows a warm family interaction, showing that a father can be loving without appearing solemn or frightening. This scene helps Grandmother challenge Kezia’s narrow impression of her own father. Therefore, option B is correct. Options A and D resemble Kezia’s initial description of her father, not Macdonald’s behaviour. Option C is also unsupported because Macdonald participates in the children’s activities and responds to them with warmth rather than indifference.