What final effect does empathy have on Kezia in the story?
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Correct answer: She feels trust toward father
Empathy changes the meaning Kezia gives to her father’s behaviour. At first, she sees his loud voice, serious face, and strict instructions mainly as signs of danger. When he comforts her after the nightmare, she experiences his protective affection directly and begins to understand that his stern exterior does not mean a lack of love. The final effect is therefore trust, so option D is correct. She does not become more afraid or permanently distant; instead, fear is softened by emotional security. Her anger toward Macdonald is unrelated to the central change in her relationship with her father. The story ends with greater understanding and closeness.
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She feels trust toward father
Why is this the correct answer?
Empathy changes the meaning Kezia gives to her father’s behaviour. At first, she sees his loud voice, serious face, and strict instructions mainly as signs of danger. When he comforts her after the nightmare, she experiences his protective affection directly and begins to understand that his stern exterior does not mean a lack of love. The final effect is therefore trust, so option D is correct. She does not become more afraid or permanently distant; instead, fear is softened by emotional security. Her anger toward Macdonald is unrelated to the central change in her relationship with her father. The story ends with greater understanding and closeness.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 English question. Chapter: The Little Girl. Topic: empathy.
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