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Which statement best describes the change in the blind man's attitude towards life by the end of 'On the Face of It'?

medium MCQ 2 marks Class 12 · English · On the Face of It
  1. He becomes resigned, believing life holds no value beyond sight.
  2. He grows bitter, feeling society has deceived him.
  3. He becomes more hopeful and appreciative of inner beauty, realizing that external appearances are not essential.
  4. He decides to abandon his profession and live in isolation.
Answer
He becomes more hopeful and appreciative of inner beauty, realizing that external appearances are not essential.

The correct answer is He becomes more hopeful and appreciative of inner beauty, realizing that external appearances are not essential. — State the chosen option as the answer.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Read the concluding paragraphs of the story to see the blind man's final reflections.
  2. Look for expressions indicating a shift in his feelings about life and beauty.
  3. Compare these with his earlier pessimistic view.
  4. Select the option that matches this observed shift.
  5. State the chosen option as the answer.
Common mistake: Choosing an option that describes only the narrator’s change, not the blind man’s.

Concept tested: Character attitude transformation

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