Question

Why did Mr. Lamb used to spend much of his time in the garden?

(i) because the garden kept him busy

(ii) because he liked his garden very much

(iii) because he didn’t want anyone to enter his garden

(iv) because his house was too small​

Answer 1

Answer:

he makes use of his time making jelly and jam from garden apples. He also spends his time listening to the humming of bees and reading good books. It is unfortunate that he dies in the fall from the ladder.

Answer 2

Mr. Lamb spent most of his time in his garden because he liked his garden very much.

i.e., Option (ii) is the correct answer to the question.

Explanation:

• Mr. Lamb is an old man. He lives in a big house and has a garden of his own. Mr. Lamb spend his time all day in his own garden and used to stay alone in the garden.
• He was a very social person and kept his front garden gate opened so that everyone can come and enjoy the nature in the garden.
• He also kept pulling the ripe apples from the apple tree with the help of ladder and a stick and used to prepare jellies and jams out of it.
• Mr. Lamb lost his one leg in a war and thus the children used to tease him even then he was friendly with the children.
• Mr. Lamb is a considerate man who has a positive view towards life, people and things.
• He always enjoyed being around people and sharing their experiences and also hearing the buzzing sound of the bees from his garden.
• In short, he was amused at everything.

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