Question

Answer the following question in 40-50 words:

How does the author’s portrayal of the air hostess in ‘Mijbil the Otter’ unveil the theme of kindness and empathy?

Answer 1

The author portrays the air hostess as calm, compassionate and proactive, the very queen of her kind who soothes panic, offers practical help (keeps fish cool, volunteers to find the animal, suggests the otter sit on his knee). Her gentle competence reveals kindness and empathy, restoring trust.