Comprehension: The Eyes Have It
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What was the narrator's initial impression of the girl who entered the train compartment?

  • The narrator liked the sound of her voice and her slippers (correct)
  • The narrator was indifferent towards her arrival
  • The narrator was immediately able to tell what she looked like
  • The narrator felt uncomfortable with her presence
  • Why did the girl seem startled when the narrator spoke to her?

  • She was surprised to find someone else in the compartment
  • The narrator's sudden voice startled her (correct)
  • She recognized the narrator's voice
  • She was anxious about her journey
  • How did the narrator perceive the difference between people with good eyesight and those who cannot see (or see very little)?

  • People with good eyesight fail to see what is right in front of them, while those who cannot see take in only the essentials (correct)
  • People with good eyesight are more perceptive than those who cannot see
  • People with good eyesight are less anxious about their surroundings than those who cannot see
  • People with good eyesight have better auditory senses than those who cannot see
  • What did the girl's parents do before she boarded the train?

    <p>They seemed very anxious about her comfort and gave her detailed instructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the narrator wonder about regarding the girl?

    <p>If he would be able to prevent her from discovering that he was blind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Initial Impression and Encounter

    • The narrator was initially struck by the girl's beauty and elegance when she entered the train compartment.
    • The girl seemed startled when the narrator spoke to her, likely due to her blindness or limited vision.

    Perception of Vision

    • The narrator perceived a distinct difference between people with good eyesight and those who cannot see or see very little.
    • This difference was significant enough to influence the narrator's understanding of the girl's behavior.

    Girl's Background

    • The girl's parents accompanied her to the train station before she boarded.
    • The narrator wondered if the girl was traveling alone for the first time, given her parents' presence at the station.

    Narrator's Curiosity

    • The narrator wondered about the girl's life, experiences, and abilities, sparking curiosity and interest in her story.

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    Test your understanding of the story 'The Eyes Have It' with this comprehension quiz. Answer questions about the characters, plot, and themes to see how well you've grasped the narrative.

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