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What does the author find 'almost revolting'?
What does the author find 'almost revolting'?
- The portrait of his grandfather
- The wrinkled face of his grandmother
- The thought of his grandmother being young and pretty (correct)
- The games his grandmother used to play as a child
What is the author's perception of his grandfather based on the portrait description?
What is the author's perception of his grandfather based on the portrait description?
- He was kind and charming
- He was old and stern (correct)
- He was mysterious and enigmatic
- He was young and lively
How does the author describe his grandmother's physical appearance?
How does the author describe his grandmother's physical appearance?
- Short and fat with a wrinkled face (correct)
- Average height and slightly plump
- Tall and slender with a youthful face
- Elegant and graceful with a radiant smile
What is the significance of the phrase 'a veritable bedlam of chirrupings' in the text?
What is the significance of the phrase 'a veritable bedlam of chirrupings' in the text?
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What does the phrase 'frivolous rebukes' imply in the passage?
What does the phrase 'frivolous rebukes' imply in the passage?
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What is the author's attitude toward his grandmother's stories about her childhood games?
What is the author's attitude toward his grandmother's stories about her childhood games?
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Study Notes
Author's Perception and Description
- The author finds something 'almost revolting' (though the specific thing is not mentioned).
- The author's perception of his grandfather is based on a portrait description, implying a sense of formality and distance.
- The author's grandmother is described as having a physical appearance that is likely frail or aged.
Language and Imagery
- The phrase 'a veritable bedlam of chirrupings' suggests a loud, chaotic, and lively atmosphere, likely related to the grandmother's stories.
- The phrase 'frivolous rebukes' implies that the author's grandmother was playful and teasing in her interactions.
Attitude and Tone
- The author has a nostalgic and affectionate attitude towards his grandmother's stories about her childhood games, implying a sense of fondness and appreciation.
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