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Derry: I’d not come to steal anything. Mr. Lamb: No, no. The young lads steal...scrump the apples. You’re not so young. Derry: I just...wanted to come in. Into the garden. Mr. Lamb: So you did. Here we are, then. Derry: You don’t know who I am. Mr. Lamb: A boy. Thirteen or so. Derry: Fourteen. [Pause] But I’ve got to go now. Good-bye. Mr. Lamb: Nothing to be afraid of. Just a garden. Just me. Derry: But I’m not...I’m not afraid. (Pause) People are afraid of me. 

Question: 1

Why does Mr. Lamb feel that Derry has not come to steal?

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Focus on the interaction between Mr. Lamb and Derry to understand their contrasting perceptions.
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Solution and Explanation

Mr. Lamb judges Derry as unlikely to be a thief due to his timid and hesitant demeanor. Mr. Lamb associates stealing with young, mischievous boys, a category he deems inapplicable to Derry.
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Question: 2

Cite instances from the extract which show that Mr. Lamb is trying to put Derry at ease.

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Observe how dialogue reveals character traits and interpersonal dynamics in literature.
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Solution and Explanation

Mr. Lamb endeavors to alleviate Derry's apprehension through kindness and hospitality. He alleviates Derry's anxiety by remarking, "Here we are, then," and minimizes Derry’s unease by asserting, "Nothing to be afraid of. Just a garden. Just me." His amiable demeanor and empathetic disposition contribute to Derry's increased comfort.
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Question: 3

Choose the correct statement:

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Identify the motivations behind a character’s actions to understand their role in the story.
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  • Derry entered the garden as he was fascinated by the bees.
  • Derry came to meet Mr. Lamb.
  • They were well acquainted with each other.
  • Derry entered as he wanted to see the garden.
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Derry's admission reveals his desire to enter the garden, driven by curiosity rather than a prior plan.
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Question: 4

People are afraid of Derry because .........

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Focus on how physical appearance influences societal perception and character development in the narrative.
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Solution and Explanation

Derry's facial disfigurement engenders fear in others, leading to their unkind or awkward reactions. This behavior exacerbates Derry's self-consciousness and intensifies his isolation.
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