Question

3) How was the attitude of the ironmaster different from that of blacksmith ?
a) He did not ignore the person lying near the furnace.
b) He gave food to the person.
c) 'He combed the hair of the person.
d) None of these
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Answer 1

Explanation:

The blacksmith didn't reacted at all,he just gave a faint look to the peddler,whereas the iron master mistook the peddler for his old friend who was in army with him and asked him to come home with him.

Answer 2

The attitude of the ironmaster was different from that of the blacksmith as the ironmaster did not ignore the person lying near the furnace (option a)

• The story titled, "The Rattrap" revolves around a peddler suffering hard times, who comes across various people that teach him about human nature, kindness, and the importance of doing good
• The attitude of the ironmaster differs greatly from that of the blacksmith. While the blacksmith barely regards the peddler and treats him like a stranger, the ironmaster shows warmth. The reason this happens is that the ironmaster mistakes the strange peddler for an old friend as the light emanating from the furnace is dim
• The ironmaster invites the peddler to his home, showing empathy. The reason for his kindness is, however, a misunderstanding
• The story showcases the subtle aspects of human nature flawlessly, how kindness can stem from mistakes, and how mistakes aren't always detrimental. The misunderstanding that the ironmaster faces end up being the catalyst that changes the peddler's worldview, giving him a chance at redemption  

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