Question

Why did narrator called nicola and jackopo as artless and childish

Answer 1

The narrator called Nicola and jackopo as artless and childish because Though the 2 boys are very maturity in doing the work there sincerely and childishness is shown in their face.

Answer 2

Nicola and Jacopo were of 13 and 12 yrs respectively. They were mature beyond their ages. But still they had a childish behavior and had smiley faces when they met the narrator. Jacopo was as lovely as a squirrel.