Question

Write the character sketch of Ernest.

Answer 1

Ernest was an unschooled dweller of the valley,has close affinity with the Stone face atop the hills beyond. Ernest personifies a rare blend of basic simplicity, practical wisdom and deep love for humanity. His mother had told him about old prophecy that a child would take birth and will resemble the likeness of the Great Stone Face. Ernest never forgot the prophecy his mother told him. The years went on and Ernest grew up to be a young man. He attracted little notice from the inhabitants of the valley. Many years passed. Ernest was now man of middle age. He was a humble and hard working and thoughtful person. At last he was the likeness of the stone face but he said a wiser man will take birth and he will be the likeness.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Ernest was a small boy when he became interested in the Great Stone Face. He felt that the face smiled on him. He wished to love the man with such a face. He was dutiful and helpful to his Mother. He grew up to be a gentle and quiet young man. He regarded the Stone Face as his teacher. He turned to the face for advice. He was not influenced by the common belief that Gather Gold or Blood- and-Thunder General had any resemblance with the Stone Face. Even the poet’s face made him sad. And he was right when the poet himself admitted that he wasn’t worthy to be the likeness of the face. Finally, the same poet shouted with joy that Ernest himself was the likeness of the Stone Face. But Ernest remained humble to the last. He kept hoping that some wiser and better man than himself would appear.