CBSE Class 12 English HOTs On The Face Of It

Question- How did Mr. Lamb use the apples?
(a) for making jam
(b) for making pickle
(c) for earning money
(d) he used to make jelly with them

Answer : D

Question- Why even in spite of physical disability Mr. Lamb did not feel lonely?
(a) because he was busy
(b) because he had a garden
(c) he had servants
(d) because he never let himself to be alone and keeps himself busy

Answer : D

Question- Why did Mr. Lamb keep the door of his garden open?
(a) to let the people come in
(b) to get fresh air
(c) to avoid opening the door again and again
(d) to have fine contact with the outer world and enjoy

Answer : D

Question- Why did Derry develop an inferiority complex?
(a) he didn't have a big house
(b) he didn't have much money
(c) because of his burnt face
(d) none

Answer : C 

Question- How was Mr. Lamb happy in spite of his disability?
(a) because of his acceptance of it
(b) because he was wise
(c) because he had grown old
(d) all of the above

Answer : D

Question- Why did Derry always find a vacant place to live?
(a) he liked to be alone
(b) was scared of people
(c) because of inferiority complex as he had a burnt face
(d) all of the above

Answer : D 

Question- DERRY:” I………… never come here again”.
(a) should
(b) can
(c) might
(d) used to

Answer : C

Question- Derry asked Mr. Lamb , “Do you have any friends?”
(a) Derry asked Mr. Lamb if he have any friends.
(b) Derry asked Mr. Lamb if had he any friends.
(c) Derry asked Mr. Lamb if he has any friends.
(d) Derry asked Mr. Lamb if he had any friends.

Answer : D

Question- MR LAMB: “You …………tell me your name. If you choose.”
(a) have
(b) may
(c) can
(d) could

Answer : D

Question- Why did Derry like to be alone?
(a) because of burnt face
(b) because he couldn't bear with people's comments
(c) because of inferiority complex
(d) all of the above

Answer : D

Question- How the meeting with Mr. Lamb became a turning point for Derry?
(a) he encouraged Derry to be friend with everyone and not to be bothered by their comments
(b) he taught him to look at everything positively
(c) he taught him to admire everything
(d) all of the above

Answer : D

Question- What did Derry learn from the fairy tale?
(a) how to look beautiful
(b) how to make friends
(c) learnt to love and appreciate himself
(d) all of the above

Answer : D

Question- Derry asked Mr. Lamb,” What do you do all day?”
(a) Derry asked Mr. Lamb What did he did all day.
(b) Derry asked Mr. Lamb What had he done all day.
(c) Derry asked Mr. Lamb What he did all day
. (d) Derry asked Mr. Lamb What he does all day.

Answer : C

Question- You want me to ….....
(a) shall ask
(b) has asked
(c) ask
(d) asked

Answer : C

Question. Though the play ends with Mr. Lamb’s death there is still an element of hope. Explain.
Answer : positive change in Derry’s attitude by Mr. Lamb will be permanent, his life will get better.

Question. “It’s got nothing to do with my face and what I look like.” What attitudinal change do Derry’s words to his mother indicate?
Answer : Derry attitude is now positive & he looks forward to a better life, no longer hiding from others.

Question. What is ironical about his mother’s behaviour towards Derry?
Answer : her over-protective attitude stops Derry from meeting new people, discourages him, instead of making him brave – makes him timid.

Question. Mr. Lamb has successfully learnt to cope with his loneliness. How?
Answer : keeps busy by gardening, rearing bees, making apple jam etc. Also keeps windows and doors open, welcomes all company.

Question. What had caused Derry to be so startled on seeing Mr. Lamb?
Answer : had expected to be alone in the garden, avoids company, is conscious of his scar.

Question. A positive attitude helps to tackle all difficulties in life. Elaborate with reference to Mr. Lamb in On the face of it.
Answer : positive attitude makes one more understanding, friendly towards life and people, provides confidence, ability to face the hardships of life, realize one’s potential.

Question. Various factors can lead to psychological changes in one’s personality. Discuss with reference to Derry’s experiences in On the face of it.
Answer : burn scars and unkind attitude of others make him negative, encouraging, positive and kind attitude of Mr. Lamb changes his attitude.