Question

Read the following extract and answer the questions:

‘People avoid action often because they are afraid of the consequences, for action means risk and damages.’

Explain this attitude to action? Is this appropriate in day to day life? Give reasons.

Answer 1

People may avoid taking action because they fear failure, loss or other harmful consequences. This caution is understandable, but avoiding every risk is not appropriate in daily life: it can prevent learning, progress and the achievement of worthwhile goals. We should consider the risks carefully, then act with courage and responsibility rather than let fear decide for us.