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Why does the father's punitive reaction create a problem in the context of a child's mind?

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Correct answer: Because it deepens fear instead of turning it into understanding

The governing concept is the effect of punishment and communication failure on a child’s perception. In The Little Girl, Kezia already sees her father as strict, large, and frightening because she does not understand his feelings or receive open, reassuring conversation from him. When he punishes her for tearing the speech papers, the punishment confirms her fear instead of helping her understand the reason behind his anger. Therefore option A is correct. Option B is the opposite of the outcome, while C and D are unrelated to the father’s reaction. The episode shows that harsh discipline without explanation can deepen anxiety and distance rather than build respect or trust.

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Class 9 EnglishThe Little GirlParent-Child RelationshipsChild PsychologyParent Child RelationshipsEnglishClass 9 Mcq

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