Question 13 of 33beginner💡 UnderstandTrue / False1 mark
Mario's friends were very caring and helpful. State whether True or False.
Correct Answer
False. At this point in the story, most of Mario's classmates were laughing at him and not helping. Only later did Guneet, Asma, and Deepa show that they were caring and helpful by holding him up.
Exercise: Let us think and reflect | Q: 1(b)(ii) | (Page Page 6)
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Explanation
The extract shows that when Mario kept falling, his classmates had 'surprised looks and laughter.' They were making fun of him rather than helping. Only his three true friends—Guneet, Asma, and Deepa—eventually came forward to help him.