Vistas: On the Face of It · Class 12 · CBSE · Science English
In "On the Face of It", Mr Lamb's comparison of weeds and flowers mainly suggests that:
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In "On the Face of It", Mr Lamb's comparison of weeds and flowers mainly suggests that:
- A.Only beautiful things deserve care and attention.
- B.The value of living things should not be judged by conventional standards of beauty or usefulness.Correct answer
- C.Weeds are more important than flowers in a garden.
- D.Nature is difficult to control and therefore dangerous.
Solution
Mr Lamb treats both weeds and flowers as part of nature, showing that he does not accept narrow judgments based on appearance or usefulness. This idea also reflects his acceptance of people with physical differences.
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