This question is based on Literary Appreciation.
‘He would hear the heavy uneven breathing of the child. It was as if she were carrying a weight with great effort up a long hill…He prayed again ”Father, look after her. Give her peace…Take away my peace forever, but give her peace”
Graham Greene, The Heart of the Matter.
The man’s reactions to the presence of the dying child show that he is
- tolerant
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compassionate
- prayerful
- loving
The correct answer is: B
Explanation
The man’s reactions—his awareness of the child's suffering ("carrying a weight with great effort up a long hill") and his heartfelt prayer ("Take away my peace forever, but give her peace")—demonstrate deep empathy and concern for the child’s well-being. This selflessness and desire to ease her pain reflect compassion.
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