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प्रश्न
What are the different ways in which Tilly’s parents could have reacted to her behavior? What would you have done if you were in their place?
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उत्तर
Not taking her seriously, Tilly’s parents could have tried to calm her down thinking that she had been frightened by something. As a result, they could have been washed away by the tsunami waves.
If I were in their place, I too would have listened to her and realised that there was a danger approaching. Consequently, I too would have rushed away from the beach.
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