Module: | Psychology, Symbolism & Themes
Q49: Consider the following statements regarding the meaning of the word "Intrepid" in the context of the story's themes:
1. An intrepid traveler would have stepped off the train at Deoli to find the girl, regardless of the consequences.
2. The narrator characterizes himself as an intrepid hero whose brave actions successfully bridged the gap between two different social classes.
3. The narrator's lack of "intrepidity" (fearlessness) is the primary reason the story ends in unresolved longing rather than a conventional romance.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
2. The narrator characterizes himself as an intrepid hero whose brave actions successfully bridged the gap between two different social classes.
3. The narrator's lack of "intrepidity" (fearlessness) is the primary reason the story ends in unresolved longing rather than a conventional romance.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
✅ Correct Answer: C
🎯 Quick Answer:
Statements 1 and 3 are correct, while Statement 2 is incorrect.Structural Breakdown: The narrator fails because he is cautious and fearful.
Historical/Related Context: Lack of courage is the defining trait in the climax.
Causal Reasoning: Statement 2 is incorrect because the narrator is the opposite of intrepid.