Hairy Faces
What does the author speculate about why men grow hair all over their faces?
The author speculates that men grow hair all over their faces to hide their true appearance.
How does Mr. Twit's facial hair differ from that of most hairy-faced men?
Mr. Twit's facial hair grows in spikes that stick out straight, unlike the smooth and matted growth of most hairy-faced men.
Why does the author suggest that a hairy face is more challenging than an unhairy one?
Because things, especially food, cling to hairs on a hairy face.
True or False: Mr. Twit believed his hairiness made him look wise and grand.
Why does the author suggest it's difficult to tell what a man really looks like with a hairy face?
The author suggests it's difficult because the hair obscures the features of the face.
Why does Mr. Twit believe his hairiness makes him look wise and grand?
Mr. Twit believes his hairiness makes him look wise and grand, though in truth, he is described as a twit.
How does the author describe the difference in eating habits between someone with a hairy face and someone without?
Someone with a hairy face cannot eat without leaving food on their face, even if they open their mouth wide.
True or False: Mr. Twit washed his face regularly, even on Sundays.
How does the author compare washing for very hairy-faced men to washing hair on our heads?
The author suggests that washing a very hairy face is as big a job as washing the hair on our heads.
How frequently does Mr. Twit wash his face?
Mr. Twit never washes his face, not even on Sundays, and hadn't done so for years.
What does the author imply about Mr. Twit's hygiene?
The author implies that Mr. Twit's hygiene is poor because he doesn't wash his face and leaves bits of food stuck to his facial hair.
True or False: Food easily clings to the hairs of a hairy face, making it difficult to keep clean.
What questions does the author ask about the grooming habits of hairy-faced men?
The author asks how often they wash their faces, if they shampoo, use a hairdryer, rub hair tonic, or go to a barber.
How does the author describe the appearance of Mr. Twit's facial hair?
The author describes Mr. Twit's facial hair as growing in revolting tufts out of his nostrils and ear-holes, resembling the bristles of a nailbrush.
Why does the author suggest looking closely at Mr. Twit's moustachy bristles?
To see larger objects stuck in Mr. Twit's facial hair, such as pieces of food.
True or False: Mr. Twit's facial hair grew smooth and matted like most hairy-faced men.
Why does the author encourage readers to observe men with hairy faces more closely?
The author encourages readers to observe them closely to ponder about their grooming habits.
What does the author suggest about Mr. Twit's character based on his grooming habits?
The author implies that Mr. Twit's neglect of personal hygiene, including never washing his face, contributes to his unpleasant character as a "twit."
How does Mr. Twit manage to find food despite his unclean face?
Mr. Twit finds food by sticking out his tongue and exploring the hairy area around his mouth.
True or False: Mr. Twit always went hungry because of the food stuck in his facial hair.