English Language (Comprehension) (UPSC)

26. The author's children held his hands firmly because : [2013-II]

1. (a) they were scared of the barking dogs.
2. (b) they wanted him to pluck berries.
3. (c) they saw the whip in the old man's hand.
4. (d) the road was uneven.

Correct Answer: (a) they were scared of the barking dogs.
Note:
Refer to last sentence of the passage. The two little boys feared the barwing dogs.