Read the given extracts and answer the questions for ANY ONE of the two, given.
In other words, the Tiger King is dead.
The manner of his death is a matter of extraordinary interest. It can be revealed only at the end of the tale. The most fantastic aspect of his demise was that as soon as he was born, astrologers had foretold that one day the Tiger King would actually have to die. “The child will grow up to become the warrior of warriors, hero of heroes, champion of champions. But...” they bit their lips and swallowed hard. When compelled to continue, the astrologers came out with it. “This is a secret which should not be revealed at all. And yet we are forced to speak out. The child born under this star will one day have to meet its death.” (The Tiger King)
In the given extract, what emotion were the astrologers feeling when they "bit their lips and swallowed hard"?
A. Humiliation
B. Disbelief
C. Grief
D. Unease
Answer:
So, the correct answer is (D) Unease
Step-by-step explanation by Teachoo:
- The astrologers in the extract were asked to reveal the fate of the Tiger King, who was born under a special star. They said that he would be a great warrior and hero , but then they "bit their lips and swallowed hard". This shows that they were reluctant or hesitant to say something. 😬
- The reason for their reluctance was that they had to tell the Tiger King that he would die one day. This was a secret that they did not want to reveal.
Therefore, the emotion that the astrologers were feeling when they "bit their lips and swallowed hard" was unease, because they were anxious or uncomfortable about telling the truth. 😓
