Module: | Psychology, Symbolism & Themes
Q24: Consider the following statements regarding the narrator's self-awareness and rationalization of his actions:
1. The narrator openly admits to his readers that he was afraid of taking a risk and facing reality.
2. He rationalizes that holding onto a sweet, unresolved memory is preferable to confronting a potentially harsh truth.
3. He blames his grandmother for forbidding him from leaving the train, using her strict rules as an excuse for his inaction.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
2. He rationalizes that holding onto a sweet, unresolved memory is preferable to confronting a potentially harsh truth.
3. He blames his grandmother for forbidding him from leaving the train, using her strict rules as an excuse for his inaction.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
✅ Correct Answer: A
🎯 Quick Answer:
Statements 1 and 2 are correct, while Statement 3 is incorrect.Structural Breakdown: He acknowledges his fear and prefers the mystery.
Historical/Related Context: This is a hallmark of Bond's coming-of-age stories.
Causal Reasoning: Statement 3 is incorrect because he takes full responsibility and never blames his grandmother.