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English Core · 2026 · 5 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 4 · Set 1 · Q13
Mr. Lamb's influence on Derry, saved Derry from his life of frustration and alienation. Substantiate the above statement, citing evidences from the…
Mr. Lamb's influence on Derry, saved Derry from his life of frustration and alienation. Substantiate the above statement, citing evidences from the text 'On The Face Of It'.
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Lamb refuses to show pity/ treat Derry as a victim
emphasises Derry is more than his burnt face
encourages Derry to watch, listen and think
gives his own example and shows physical disability is not a barrier- advises him to make the most of his life
shifts his focus from disability to capability- asks him to help in picking apples
Lamb says-you have two arms, two legs-if he wants, he can get on better than the rest
asks him to look beyond physical appearance (Beauty and Beast example)
locking oneself up due to fear is absurd (example of man who died staying at home)
Points to weeds to show everything has a place and beauty
In the end, Derry gathers courage and confidence/ asserts his independence -returns to garden- wants to look and listen
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CBSE Class 12 English Core past-paper question from the 2026board exam, with the answer as CBSE’s own marking scheme gives it. Where our answers come from.