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On the face of It (Susan Hill) — Chapter Summary

Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 12 · English

Summary of On the face of It (Susan Hill) for Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 English. Part of the Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 English syllabus.

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Overview

On the Face of It is a play about two people who seem very different on the outside but become close through honest conversation and shared loneliness. Mr Lamb is an old man with a tin leg who lives alone in a garden full of life, while Derry is a fourteen-year-old boy with an acid burn on one side

Key Concepts

Mr Lamb is an old man

Mr Lamb is an old man who lives with a tin leg lost in the war. He is calm, philosophical, and open to everyone. He keeps his gate always open, makes

Derry is a fourteen

Derry is a fourteen-year-old boy with an acid burn on one side of his face. He is withdrawn, angry, and defensive because people stare at him and spea

Derry's mother is overprotective and forbids

Derry's mother is overprotective and forbids him from returning to Mr Lamb after hearing rumours about him. She has lived in the area for only three m

The play contrasts what a person

The play contrasts what a person looks like with who that person really is. Derry feels judged by his burned face, while Mr Lamb shows that a person c

Many people fear or avoid what

Many people fear or avoid what looks different. Derry has experienced cruel comments, including one from a woman at a bus-stop who said his face was l

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the central conflict between appearance and self-worth.
  • Identify the roles of Mr Lamb, Derry, and Derry's mother.
  • Explain how the play presents loneliness, fear, and acceptance.
  • Recognise important symbols such as the open gate, the garden, bees, and curtains.
  • Analyse how the ending strengthens the message of the play.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in On the face of It (Susan Hill) for Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 English?
Key topics in On the face of It (Susan Hill) include Plot and Structure, Characters, Themes, Symbols and Imagery. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 board exam.
How should I revise On the face of It (Susan Hill) for the Madhya Pradesh Board Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on On the face of It (Susan Hill). Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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