Question

How does Appanna change by the end of the play?

• A. He becomes more understanding and emotionally engaged with Rani
• B. He becomes more independent and distant from Rani
• C. He remains the same and shows no change in his feelings
• D. He becomes more critical and demanding towards Rani

Answer 1

Answer:

A. He becomes more understanding and emotionally engaged with Rani

• By the end of Nagamandala, Appanna undergoes a significant transformation.

• Initially, he is cold, indifferent, and neglectful toward Rani, treating her as a mere domestic servant rather than as a wife.

• However, upon learning about Rani's emotional connection with the snake-man (and her infidelity, in a sense), Appanna experiences a shift in his character.

• Instead of remaining emotionally distant, he becomes more understanding and begins to engage with Rani on a deeper emotional level.

• This change allows Rani to reconcile her feelings for both Appanna and the snake-man, and it marks a turning point in their relationship.