by Meenu Saini | Dec 30, 2023 | General |
Describe how the story, ‘The Rattrap’ shows that basic human goodness can be brought out by understanding and love. Answer – The theme of ‘The Rattrap’ is that most people are prone to falling into the trap of material gains. However, love and...
by Meenu Saini | Dec 30, 2023 | General |
The story, ‘The Rattrap’ is both entertaining and philosophical. Do you agree with this statement? Why/Why not? Answer – ‘The Rattrap,’ the story, is both entertaining and philosophical. The fast-paced narrative in the third person, the author’s...
by Meenu Saini | Dec 30, 2023 | General |
The story has many instances of unexpected reactions from the characters to others’ behaviour. Pick out instances of these surprises? Answer – The story has many instances of unexpected reactions from the characters to others’ behavior. For...
by Meenu Saini | Dec 30, 2023 | General |
Why did Edla still entertain the peddler even after she knew the truth about him? Answer – Edla had always assumed that the peddler was a poor, homeless tramp. The first look at his faced indicated to her that either he was escaping from the...
by Meenu Saini | Dec 30, 2023 | General |
Explain the metaphor of the rattrap in context of the story by Selma Lagerlöf. Answer – The world tempts human beings with various good things such as luxuries and joys, food and shelter, clothing and warmth, etc. They are just like the bait which...
by Meenu Saini | Dec 30, 2023 | General |
Give examples from the story, “The Rattrap” to show how the iron master is different from his daughter. Answer – The various instances that show the difference between the iron master and his daughter are as follows- The ironmaster is impulsive...
