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What was the narrator's initial impression of the girl who entered the train compartment?
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?
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)?
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?
What did the girl's parents do before she boarded the train?
What did the narrator wonder about regarding the girl?
What did the narrator wonder about regarding the girl?
Flashcards
Narrator's first impression?
Narrator's first impression?
Liked her voice and slippers.
Why was the girl startled?
Why was the girl startled?
She was not expecting him to speak.
Difference in perception?
Difference in perception?
Those with sight miss details; the blind focus on essentials.
Girl's parents' behavior?
Girl's parents' behavior?
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Narrator's silent worry?
Narrator's silent worry?
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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.
