[Literature] Question 9 (i) - Teachoo Sample Paper 1 - English Class 10 - Solutions to CBSE Sample Paper - English Class 10 - English Class 10

The story, Footprints without Feet, is a fascinating example of the consequences of misusing science. Elaborate.

Answer as written by the student:

The story, Footprints without Feet, is a fascinating example of the consequences of misusing science. It shows how a brilliant scientist, Griffin, who discovered a way to make himself invisible, used his power for selfish and criminal purposes.

• He did not care about the welfare of others or the ethical implications of his actions.
• He only wanted to satisfy his own greed and curiosity .
• He caused trouble and terror wherever he went, stealing money, food, and clothes from innocent people.
• He also harmed anyone who tried to stop him or expose him.
• He became a menace to society and a threat to himself.

The story illustrates the dangers of abusing scientific knowledge and the importance of using it for good.

Step-by-step explanation of the answer:

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To answer this question, we need to do the following steps:

• Read the question carefully and understand what it is asking us to do. The question asks us to elaborate on how the story is an example of the consequences of misusing science.
• Recall the main events and characters of the story and how they relate to the theme of misusing science. The story is about Griffin, a scientist who discovered a drug that made him invisible. He used his invisibility to commit crimes and create chaos in London and Iping village. He did not use his discovery for any positive or noble purpose.

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