English Language (Comprehension) (UPSC)

17. The man was called a hero because he : [2012-II]

1. (a) expressed his willingness to risk his life to save others.
2. (b) managed to escape from the fire.
3. (c) showed great courage in fighting the fire.
4. (d) saved a life.

Correct Answer: (d) saved a life.
Note:
The man was called a hero because he saved a life.(a) In the context of the passage he saved the life of a baby accidentally. So there is no question of his expressing his willingness to risk his life for others.(b) He did escape from the fire but that is no reason why he should be called a hero.(c) He just kept stumbling and falling from one spot to another; this does not call for courage.