Hornbill (Poem): Father to Son · Class 11 · CBSE · Science English
In the line “We speak like strangers, there’s no sign of understanding,” the comparison mainly emphasises the father and son's
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In the line “We speak like strangers, there’s no sign of understanding,” the comparison mainly emphasises the father and son's
- A.physical distance from each other
- B.emotional alienation and failure to communicateCorrect answer
- C.mutual interest in travelling
- D.fear of meeting unfamiliar people
Solution
The word “strangers” shows that, although they are related by blood, the father and son lack emotional closeness and understanding.
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