Question 1

The creeper growing around the tree in "Our Casuarina Tree" has a creeper round it which resembles a __________.

Accepted Answer

In "Our Casuarina Tree," the creeper growing around the tree is likened to a python, symbolizing its tight embrace and possibly the strength of nature.

Question 2

The phrase 'blessed sleep' in the poem "Our Casuarina Tree" refers to _________.

Accepted Answer

In the poem "Our Casuarina Tree" by Toru Dutt, the phrase 'blessed sleep' metaphorically refers to death, symbolizing peace and eternal rest.

Question 3

Abju and Aru are Toru Dutt's _________.

Accepted Answer

Abju and Aru are Toru Dutt's siblings.

Question 4

The casement mentioned in "Our Casuarina Tree" reminds us of which of Keats poems.

Accepted Answer

"Our Casuarina Tree" by Toru Dutt draws a parallel to Keats's "Ode to a Nightingale" in its evocative imagery and themes of nature, beauty, and the transience of life, reminiscent of the way Keats explores similar themes through his ode.

Question 5

The phrase 'shingle-beach' in Dutt's "Our Casuarina Tree" is an imitation of whose poetry?

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'shingle-beach' in Dutt's "Our Casuarina Tree" is an imitation of Matthew Arnold's poetry, reflecting the influence of his style and themes on her work.

Question 6

Tagore's "The Child" is divided into ____ parts.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Tagore's "The Child" is divided into ____...

Question 7

"In the Country Cottage" was written by _________.

Accepted Answer

"In the Country Cottage" is a poem written by Nissim Ezekiel, an Indian Jewish poet, actor, playwright, editor, and art critic.

Question 8

The lizard in Ezekiel's "In the Country Cottage" is described as being _____ in colour.

Accepted Answer

The lizard in Ezekiel's "In the Country Cottage" is described as being grey in colour.

Question 9

It is the _________ in "In the Country Cottage" which teaches man lessons of determination and patience.

Accepted Answer

The answer of It is the _________ in "In the...

Question 10

The poem " Hunger" depicts the plight of a _____ who attempts to sell his daughter for a living.

Accepted Answer

The poem "Hunger" by Jayanta Mahapatra depicts the plight of a fisherman who attempts to sell his daughter for a living, highlighting the extreme poverty and desperation faced by some individuals.

Question 11

Hunger in the poem "Hunger" does not stand for hunger for __________.

Accepted Answer

In the poem "Hunger," hunger metaphorically represents various forms of desire and need, such as for sexual gratification, food, and money, but it does not stand for guilt.

Question 12

What did the father in Ramanujan's "Obituary" leave behind?

Accepted Answer

In Ramanujan's "Obituary," the father left behind debts.

Question 13

In the poem "Obituary", the obituary is printed in __________.

Accepted Answer

In the poem "Obituary" by A.K. Ramanujan, the obituary is printed in a Madras newspaper. This detail reflects the local and personal context of the poem, emphasizing the cultural and geographical setting relevant to the poet's narrative.

Question 14

In the poem "River,Once", Parthasarathy refers to __________ river.

Accepted Answer

In the poem "River, Once" by R. Parthasarathy, the poet refers to the Vaikai river, which is associated with the city of Madurai in Tamil Nadu, India.

Question 15

The river in "River, Once" is personified as a _______.

Accepted Answer

In "River, Once," the river is personified as a mother, which is a common metaphorical representation to denote nurturing and life-giving qualities often associated with rivers.

Question 16

Which of the following is not mentioned in the poem "River, Once"?

Accepted Answer

In the poem "River, Once," there is no mention of crows. The poem includes imagery of egrets, paper-boats, and kingfishers, but crows are not mentioned.

Question 17

The river in the poem "River, Once" has deteriorated due to _________.

Accepted Answer

The poem "River, Once" highlights the deterioration of the river primarily due to man's exploitation, reflecting on the negative impacts of human activities on natural resources.

Question 18

In the beginning of the poem "The Old Playhouse", the poet compares herself to a _____.

Accepted Answer

In "The Old Playhouse" by Kamala Das, the poet compares herself to a swallow in the beginning of the poem to express feelings of entrapment and loss of freedom.

Question 19

Who is found at the water's edge in "The Old Playhouse"?

Accepted Answer

In "The Old Playhouse" by Kamala Das, the reference to Narcissus at the water's edge is symbolic, representing self-absorption and vanity.

Question 20

Parthasarathy's "River, Once" was inspired by one of A.K. RAmanjujan's poem, which poem was it?

Accepted Answer

"River, Once" by Parthasarathy was inspired by A.K. Ramanujan's poem "A River." This poem reflects on the changing perceptions and realities of a river in Madurai, India, across different seasons and historical contexts, which likely influenced Parthasarathy's work.

Quiz 1: Indian Poetry and Literature