Which sentence correctly explains Kezia's mistake on the basis of empathy?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Her mistake had a bad result, but her intention was to make a gift for her father.
Kezia tore up her father's speech papers because she wanted to use them as stuffing for a pin-cushion gift for her grandmother. Her action was wrong and caused trouble for her father, but she did not intend to hurt anyone. Option B is incorrect because she did not tear the papers to upset her father. Exam tip: When judging a character's action, consider both its result and the character's intention.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Her mistake had a bad result, but her intention was to make a gift for her father.
Why is this the correct answer?
Kezia tore up her father's speech papers because she wanted to use them as stuffing for a pin-cushion gift for her grandmother. Her action was wrong and caused trouble for her father, but she did not intend to hurt anyone. Option B is incorrect because she did not tear the papers to upset her father. Exam tip: When judging a character's action, consider both its result and the character's intention.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 English question. Chapter: The Little Girl. Topic: empathy.
