why did m hamel reproach himself and the children's parents?
Solution:-
People of Alsace preffered to send their children to work instead of allowing them to study and complete their lessons. Even, M Hamel wasted crucial time of children by asking them to water their plants during study hours. Therefore, M Hamel reproaches the people of his village and himself for wasting the time of children. Due to their negligent attitude, the children of their village were unable to study French properly.
People of Alsace preffered to send their children to work instead of allowing them to study and complete their lessons. Even, M Hamel wasted crucial time of children by asking them to water their plants during study hours. Therefore, M Hamel reproaches the people of his village and himself for wasting the time of children. Due to their negligent attitude, the children of their village were unable to study French properly.