Understanding the text<\/strong><\/p>\nQuestion 1.
\nComment on the attitude shown by Taplow towards Crocker-Harris.
\nAnswer:
\nTaplow appears resentful as Crocker-Harris called him on the last day of school to do extra time in lieu of a day of class that he missed. Taplow thinks of Crocker-Harris as a strict disciplinarian who does not break rules. In spite of the punishment that Taplow got, he respects him a lot. He also has fear of Crocker-Harris, somewhere he feels that Crocker has no feelings, but he is surely not a sadist. Deep inside, Taplow has a liking for Crocker-Harris.<\/p>\n
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Question 2.
\nDoes Frank encourage Taplow\u2019s comments on Crocker-Harris?
\nAnswer:
\nSomewhere as a teacher, Frank does not discourage Taplow from talking about Crocker-Harris. On the other hand, he does not allow him to become disrespectful. Frank respects the image Crocker- Harris has among students.<\/p>\n
Question 3.
\nWhat do you gather about Crocker-Harris from the play?
\nAnswer:
\nCrocker-Harris can be seen from two perspectives. The first is as a teacher and the second is as a human being. As a teacher, Crocker-Harris is a strict disciplinarian. He calls Taplow even on the last day of school to make up for a missed class. Till date, none of his students could miss his lectures. He is an unbiased teacher who believes in given marks according to what a student deserves. He appears strict but is not a sadist.<\/p>\n
He is the man of the principles who strictly adheres to the rules. As a human being, he is reserved. He never reveals his emotions in front of students, never allows students to show affection towards him. He has got values and principles. He abides by all the rules. He is a firm and stern human being. Overall, he can be considered disciplined and sincere.<\/p>\n
The Browning Version Talking about the text
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\nDiscuss with your partners<\/span><\/p>\nQuestion 1.
\nTalking about teachers among friends.
\nAnswer:
\nThese questions are for discussion in class. The points of discussion can be these\u2014<\/p>\n