Which one of the following BEST explains the reason for the efforts made by Grandpa to impress…
Which one of the following BEST explains the reason for the efforts made by Grandpa to impress Martin’s friends in the short story, The Medicine Bag?
- (a)He enjoys the attention.
- (b)He is proud of his heritage.
- (c)He does not want to embarrass Martin.
- (d)He wants to make the meeting memorable.
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Correct option: (c)
Answer: (c) He does not want to embarrass Martin.
Grandpa intuitively understands Martin's shame and insecurity, so he dresses in his full traditional finery to live up to the image Martin had portrayed to his friends and avoid causing him any embarrassment.
From ISC 2026 English Literature Paper 1, question 1(vii).