Hornbill (Prose): We're Not Afraid to Die… if We Can All Be Together · Class 11 · CBSE · Science English
After the giant wave damaged Wavewalker, why did the narrator and crew continue working instead of abandoning the boat immediately?
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easy · MCQ · Q-DF2056
After the giant wave damaged Wavewalker, why did the narrator and crew continue working instead of abandoning the boat immediately?
- A.They believed the storm had already ended completely.
- B.They repaired the damage, pumped out water and still had a possible route to safety.Correct answer
- C.They wanted to win a race against another boat.
- D.They were ordered by the authorities to remain at sea.
Solution
The crew responded to the crisis through practical action. They pumped out water, strengthened the damaged parts and tried to sail towards safety rather than giving up at once.
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