Understanding 'On the Face of It'

What is the main theme of the story On the Face of It?

• The impact of wealth on relationships

• The struggles of living with disabilities and societal prejudice

• The joy of childhood

• The conflict between urban and rural life

Why does Derry initially avoid people?

• He prefers to stay alone

• He believes people are afraid of him

• He feels everyone pities or fears him because of his face

• He is shy by nature

How did Derry get his facial scars?

• He was born with them

• A car accident

• He fell into a fire

• Acid burned his face

What is Mr. Lamb’s attitude toward life?

• Pessimistic

• Cynical

• Optimistic and accepting

• Indifferent

What does Mr. Lamb keep in his garden to attract children?

• A swing

• A beehive

• An apple tree

• A pond

What does Mr. Lamb suggest about Derry's way of thinking?

• Derry is too optimistic

• Derry is overly negative and self-conscious

• Derry is confused about life

• Derry is too judgmental of others

Why does Mr. Lamb leave his gate open all the time?

• He likes to take frequent walks

• He enjoys unexpected visitors

• He doesn’t care about security

• He is forgetful

What does Derry's mother think of Mr. Lamb?

• She finds him wise and helpful

• She worries he might be dangerous

• She doesn’t know him

• She is curious about him

What lesson does Mr. Lamb try to teach Derry?

• The importance of studying

• That life is full of opportunities and beauty, regardless of physical appearance

• To be cautious in trusting people

• That friendship is more important than anything else

How does Derry initially react when he enters Mr. Lamb's garden?

• He is curious and excited

• He is cautious and defensive

• He immediately leaves

• He is angry and frustrated