What was the result of lack of communication in the story?

Correct answer: Misunderstanding

The story shows that lack of communication can make people judge one another through appearances and fear. Kezia does not have enough calm conversation with her father to ask what he feels or why he behaves sternly. As a result, she interprets his seriousness as proof that he is unkind. Her silence and nervousness also prevent him from learning how frightened she is. The communication gap therefore produces a misunderstanding between them rather than an accurate knowledge of each other.

Option A is correct because misunderstanding is the direct result presented in the story. Lack of conversation does not create a celebration, game, or pride. Later, the night-time experience gives Kezia a different kind of communication: care expressed through action. That experience helps correct the earlier false impression. The story thus suggests that relationships need listening and expression, not only duty or discipline.