What did the swallow see when he looked up?a)He saw the eyes of the Ha...
When the little swallow prepared to go to sleep, three successive drops of water fell upon him. The swallow was surprised to see those drops of water. As soon as he looked up, he saw the eyes of the Happy Prince were filled with tears , tears running down his golden cheeks.
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What did the swallow see when he looked up?a)He saw the eyes of the Ha...
The correct answer is option 'C', which means that both A and B are correct. Let's explain why:
The story of "The Happy Prince" by Oscar Wilde tells us about a prince who was once very happy and lived a life of luxury. After his death, a statue was erected in his honor, which was covered in gold leaf and had precious stones embedded in it. The statue became known as the Happy Prince.
In the story, a swallow befriends the Happy Prince and agrees to help him distribute his wealth to the poor and needy. As the swallow flies around the city carrying out the prince's requests, he sees the suffering and poverty that exists in the world.
When the swallow looks up, he sees the eyes of the Happy Prince filled with tears. This signifies the deep sadness and empathy that the statue feels for the people's suffering. The Happy Prince, even in his inanimate state, is moved to tears by the plight of those less fortunate.
In addition to the tears in the eyes of the Happy Prince, the swallow also sees tears running down the golden cheeks of the statue. These tears further emphasize the prince's compassion and his understanding of the pain and hardship faced by the people he is trying to help.
The combination of the prince's tear-filled eyes and golden cheeks shows the contrast between his former life of privilege and his newfound empathy for the poor. The tears symbolize his selflessness and willingness to sacrifice his own comfort for the well-being of others.
By including both A and B as correct answers, the question highlights the importance of understanding the emotional depth and empathy displayed by the Happy Prince in the story. It reminds us of the prince's transformation from a self-centered ruler to a compassionate and caring figure, even in his statue form.
What did the swallow see when he looked up?a)He saw the eyes of the Ha...
Both a nd b
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