Question

“You’re afraid,” said his father. “When are you going to grow up and act like a man?”

What does this sentence tell us about Martin’s father’s character? He was:

पर्याय

• cowardly

• greedy

• insensitive

• rude

Answer 1

insensitive

Explanation

Martin’s father is insensitive because he does not understand or respect Martin’s fear of the elevator. Instead, he mocks him by asking when he will “grow up and act like a man.” His attitude shows a lack of empathy towards his son’s fear.