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Chapter 5-On The Face of It Character Sketch

The summary describes the key characters of Derry, a boy with a disfigured face due to an acid attack, and Mr. Lamb, an elderly man with a tin leg. It outlines their backstories and personalities, with Derry feeling isolated due to his appearance and Mr. Lamb welcoming others to his garden in a non-judgmental way. The summary also briefly discusses the play's themes of isolation, acceptance, friendship, courage and resilience which are explored through the relationship between Derry and Mr. Lamb.

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Chapter 5-On The Face of It Character Sketch

The summary describes the key characters of Derry, a boy with a disfigured face due to an acid attack, and Mr. Lamb, an elderly man with a tin leg. It outlines their backstories and personalities, with Derry feeling isolated due to his appearance and Mr. Lamb welcoming others to his garden in a non-judgmental way. The summary also briefly discusses the play's themes of isolation, acceptance, friendship, courage and resilience which are explored through the relationship between Derry and Mr. Lamb.

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Chapter 5- On the Face of It

Character Sketch:

1.Derry (Derek): Derry is a young boy who has a disfigured face due to an acid attack. He is
withdrawn and defiant, believing that people are afraid of him or find him ugly. Despite his
appearance, he longs for a place where he can be himself and feel accepted. He is determined and
brave, as he defies his mother's wishes to return to Mr. Lamb's garden.

2.Mr. Lamb: Mr. Lamb is an elderly man with a tin leg. He is kind, welcoming, and open to anyone
who wants to visit his garden. He is philosophical and views the world with a unique perspective. He
has a sense of acceptance and is not judgmental of Derry's appearance.

Figures of Speech:

Metaphor: Mr. Lamb uses the metaphor of "bees singing" to describe the buzzing of bees. It reflects
his positive outlook on life, finding beauty in even the simplest things.

Simile: Derry compares himself to a devil, using a simile to express his self-perception. He feels that
people see him as a monstrous and evil figure due to his disfigurement.

Irony: When Derry suggests that he might be Mr. Lamb's friend, Mr. Lamb responds, "Certainly you
are. So far as I’m concerned." This is ironic because Mr. Lamb is the one who treats Derry kindly and
with acceptance, while Derry initially thinks he won't find friendship.

Themes:

1.Isolation and Loneliness: Both Derry and Mr. Lamb have experienced isolation and loneliness in
their lives. Derry's disfigurement has made him feel like an outcast, and he believes people are afraid
of him. Mr. Lamb, with his tin leg, is also an outsider in some ways. The play explores the loneliness
that can come from being different.

2.Acceptance and Friendship: The play highlights the importance of acceptance and friendship. Mr.
Lamb's open-hearted and non-judgmental attitude towards Derry shows that genuine friendship can
transcend physical appearances. Derry's return to the garden demonstrates his need for acceptance
and the bond he forms with Mr. Lamb.

3.Courage and Resilience: Both Derry and Mr. Lamb display courage and resilience in their own ways.
Derry defies his mother to return to the garden, showing his determination to explore the world. Mr.
Lamb, despite his physical limitations, continues to enjoy life and appreciate the beauty around him.

EXTRA QUESTIONS:

1.Discuss the significance of the title "On the Face of It" in relation to the story's themes and
characters.
2. Explore the friendship that develops between Mr. Lamb and Derry. What do they learn from each
other, and how does their relationship evolve over the course of the story?
3. Read the text carefully and then answer the question that follow:
DERRY: No, they’re just.... nothing. People. That’s all.
MR LAMB: People are never just nothing. Never.
DERRY: There are some people I hate.
MR LAMB: That’d do you more harm than any bottle of acid.
Acid only burns your face.
DERRY: Only....
MR LAMB: Like a bomb only blew up my leg. There’s worse
things can happen. You can burn yourself away
inside.
Q. In the dialogue between Derry and Mr. Lamb, what does Mr. Lamb mean when he says, "People
are never just nothing"? How does this statement relate to the overall themes of the play?

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