The River (Form1)1. In stanza 1, the River does not ‘set up his camp’. What does it mean?

- It means it does not stay at any particular place.2. In stanza 3, where does the River hoard his treasure?

- On the river bed3. In stanza 4, how do you know that the River is ‘happy’?

- It ‘hums’ and ‘dances’.4. Give an example of:

- The usefulness of the river - It provides water for our consumption.The destructive power of the river, it can cause flood and widespread damage.

5. Why does the poet say that the river is a wanderer?- The poet says this because a river never stays still.

6. In stanza 3, what is the River compared to?- A hoarder, as the river flows from one place to another, things are swept along and some

many sink to the bottom and rest there.7. The sound of water can be heard from afar. Which word in stanza 5 indicates that?

- The word ‘echoes’8. The river helps man in many ways. State two ways.

- Rivers provide man with a source of drinking water. Rivers irrigates farm land so crops can grow healthily.

9. What is the theme of this poem?- The river has various characteristics.

10. The word vexed in stanza 6 means annoyed.11. Why is the river compared to a tramp?

- A tramp does not have a permanent home and similarly the river does not choose any one place as its home.

12. The river wind its way through hills and valleys. Why are the two actions involved and why it twists and turns?- It cannot stay still and is always on the move.

13. The sounds of the river makes one think of a baby. Which two actions of the river make this possible and how is it described?- The two actions are gurgles and hums. It is happily sucking his thumbs.

14. How does the river entertain the people it passes along the way?It sings and dances.

15. As the river approaches a place it announces its approach. How do the people know of its presence?- They hear the notes of its song as it sings. The valley echoes the notes of its singing.

16. Why is the river unable to settle down?- The water in the river is constantly flowing.

17. The river is portrayed as innocent and monstrous. How does it portray its innocence and its monstrosity?- It is innocent like a baby as it gurgles and hums. - It is monstrous as it gobbles up trees and people like a monster.

18. Describe the feelings of the persona.- The persona feels happy and describes the movements of the river most clearly.

19. What images are used to reflect the persona’s feelings about the river?- Baby, a snake and a collector

Mr. Nobody (Form 1)1. Why are the kettles unable to boil?

- The wood used for the fire has not dried fully.2. The word tosses can best be replaced with throws.3. From the last two lines of stanza 4, we know that Mr. Nobody wears boots.4. Where can Mr. Nobody be found?

- In everybody’s house.5. There is a funny man in our house. How does it move around and thought it is seen what does

everybody agree about it?- It moves around as silent as a mouse. Everybody agrees it is responsible for all plates that

have a crack.6. What is Mr. Nobody supposed to have done to the books?

- He is supposed to have torn the books.7. What has Mr. Nobody done and not done to the doors?

- He has left the door ajar. He has not oiled the squeaking door.8. What two things have happened to the newspaper?

- They have been mislaid. They have been tossed about.9. The word ‘mud’ is synonymous to ‘soil’.10. What happened to the carpets here and in what way are the doors dirtied?

- The carpets have been soiled by mud and the doors have finger marks on them.11. Ajar = open12. What type of fuel is used for making fire for cooking?

- Wood

I Wonder (Form 2)1. In stanza 1, what does the persona wonder about?

- About nature2. Give an example of the word that rhymes with ‘nest’ in stanza 2.

- Rest3. What does the expression ‘take a rest’ mean in stanza 2?

- Remain still4. What qualities do you think the persona has?

- Inquisitive, observant5. What does the persona wonder about the grass?

- Colour of the grass6. The persona queries about the wind. What are two things that we can say about the wind?

- It can be felt and cannot be seen.7. Why should birds build nests?

- Nests are their homes.8. When trees are likely to take a rest and generally what can we find in trees?

- At night, Bird’s nest9. In couplet 3 and 4, what time of the day is portrayed?

- Night10. The persona makes an observation of the moon. What is his observation and what does he worry

about?- The moon is not fully round. He wonders what has happened to the missing part.

11. When do rainbows appear in the sky?- After the rain

12. What two elements of nature lights up the sky?- Stars, Lightning

13. Who is the persona in the poem?- A young child

14. Can a tree take a rest?- No, they are not human

15. What does the poet really mean when she says that the trees take a rest? - Wind is not blowing to make the leaves sway or move.

16. What is the persona wondering about the trees?- The persona questions why the trees have stopped growing.

17. Why wouldn’t the persona father answer her question?- He did not know the answers to her questions.

18. State two themes from the poem.- The curiosity of a child and the wonders of nature

19. What lesson can you learn from the first stanza?- To be curios from my surrounding s

20. In stanza 2, write a correct question the poet asks about the birds?- How did the birds learn to build nests?

21. In stanza 4, what shines brightly and suddenly?- Lightning

22. In the phrase ‘if he knows’, what does ‘he’ refer to and what does this phrase tell us about the poet’s feelings?- He doubts that his father knows the answer to his questions.

23. How does the persona know that the wind is around?- The persona can feel the wind though he cannot see it.

24. What does the persona think about the trees?- The persona thinks that the trees are taking a rest.

25. How are the clouds as described by the persona? - Placed high in the sky

26. In the poem, the persona asks many question about things related to nature. How can you describe the persona?- Curious, inquisitive

27. What is the poem about?- A child’s curiosity regarding the wonders of nature

28. What do you think ‘Dad’ in this poem symbolises?- A wise adult who is supposed to have the answer to all the questions

29. Do you think colours are important in nature? Why?- Yes, colours are important in nature because they are beautiful and they tell us of the

changing seasons. 30. Which word in this poem shows curiosity and amazement?

- ‘Wonder’31. In the last stanza, how do you think the persona feels?

- Disappointed as his questions are not answered32. Do you think we should take time to admire the wonders of nature? Why?

- Yes, because nature is beautiful and we have to learn to appreciate and value the wonders of nature given so freely to us. When we observe simple wonders, we learn to be thankful and to enjoy the beautiful creation around us.

33. What are most of the persona’s questions about?- About nature

34. In stanza 3, what is the persona wondering about the moon?- Where the missing part of the moon could be when she does not see the full moon.

35. What colours can you see in stanza 5?- Colours of the rainbow and the white clouds

36. If you were asked these questions by a child, how would you answer them? Choose and answer two questions.- To explain them, I would say that these things are all part of the wonders of nature and only

God could teach the birds to fly and build their nests. God created the world and the stars, the moon, the lightning, the rainbow, the clouds and everything in it.

Heir Conditioning (Form 2)1. How many voices are speaking in this poem?

- There are two voices in this poem.2. Who are the voices speaking in this poem?

- There are the voices of a grandparent and a grandchild.3. Why does the grandparent say now nature fears you?

- Humans have no respect for nature.4. State two contrasting natures of the grandparent and the grandchild.

- Their ages / the environment in which they grew up5. Who do you think is the heir in the poem?

- The grandchild is the heir.6. According to the poem, what price does man have to pay for modern technology?

- Pollution, stress, traffic jams and the destruction of nature.7. What do the words ‘money is your new God’ say about the modern generation?

- The modern generation is seen to be materialistic.8. Why do you think the poet chose to call the poem ‘Heir Conditioning’? Give two reasons for your

answer.- Heir conditioning is a pun on air conditioning which is a requirement in the grandchild’s

generation. The grandparents are gently conditioning the thinking of their grandchild, the heir.9. Why did Grandma have to flutter a paper fan?

- There was no electricity then.10. What was the environment like during Grandpa’s time?

- The environment was free of pollution, stress and traffic jams.11. Do you think it was hard staying alive without modern inventions? Explain.

- No. Life without modern inventions like air-conditioners and vehicles was not really hard as we could live comfortable in peace without the stress and air pollution of modern life in the city.

12. Explain the meaning of ‘now nature fears you’.- It means nature is subjected to our careless exploitation, causing pollution, destruction and

possible extinction.13. In stanza 1, what has replaced paper fans?

- Air cons14. In stanza 2, who said ‘...we lived before your age’?

The child’s grandparent said that.15. Based on stanza 2, what is happening to the forests, streams and hills?

- The forests, streams and hills are being destroyed.16. Can you live without modern inventions? Give a reason for your response.

- No, because I have lived all my life with them. They have made life easier and comfortable.- Yes, I can live without modern inventions at least for a short while. Long ago people did live

happily without modern inventions. I just have to adapt to changes and use what is available to go about my daily life.

17. Who is the persona in stanza 1?- Grandson

18. In stanza 2, what do the grandparents not use to keep cool?- Electrical facilities

19. What does the grandfather say and which word does he use to explain this?- He says he was born before his grandson’s time. - He uses the word ‘ignorance’ to explain their lack of knowledge.

20. What environmental problem did the grandfather not face?- Pollution / destruction of forests, streams and hills

21. In stanza 2, what are the different views concerning god and nature.- Fear God and nature- Nature fears you and money is their new God

22. The words basic necessities mean something that is commonplace and very necessary.23. The grandparents admitted that they are ignorant or uneducated.24. What does the last line of the poem ‘money is your new God’ mean?

- It means that people have become materialistic.25. The poem discusses the differences in lifestyles and values of two generations. State two

differences mentioned in the poem.- The older generation lived without many conveniences which the younger generation now

takes for granted. The older generation was god-fearing whereas the younger generation is more concerned with material gains rather than religion.

26. Look at the first line from the first stanza, where the grandchild says ‘did you breathe…’ This shows that the grandchild thinks that it is difficult to breathe in a hot environment.

27. Who speaks in the second stanza and to whom?- Grandparents are speaking to their grandchild.

28. What did the old generation respect?- God and nature

29. Using your words, describe the life of the older generation.- Life is much simpler without many modern inventions. There were no pollution and traffic

jams. The air was much cleaner and fresher with no destruction to nature.30. According to the poem, how does man treat nature nowadays?

- With no respect31. What is the grandchild’s reaction to his grandparents’ life in the past?

- Puzzled at how they lived without modern facilities.32. What is the poet’s main concern in the second stanza?

- How mankind destroyed nature because of greed33. What is the theme of the poem?

- The negative environmental effects of uncontrolled development34. Which phrase in stanza 1 refers to the past?

- ‘Fluttered with paper fans’35. What can you infer from the line ‘Grandchild we lived before your age’?

- The grandparent explains that he/she lived a long time ago before their grandchild.36. What is the poet’s main concern in the second stanza?

- Having possessed modern amenities, the younger generation is facing stress and environmental problems.

37. Which era would you like to live in? Give a reason for your answer.- I would prefer to live in the time of the grandfather. Life was more simple back then. People

appreciated nature and were not very materialistic.38. What do you think is the message in the poem?

- Care for and preserve the environment39. Do you think life is better now than long ago?

- Long ago because they did not have so many modern inventions and people were less dependent on technology. The air was clean and fresh and there was less pollution then. Now the environment is being destroyed and more importance is placed on money.

40. What do you think the words ‘granddad’, ‘grandma’, and ‘paper fans’ represent?- An earlier age when there was clean, fresh air

41. What is the persona’s mood in each stanza?- Stanza 1 is enquiring, stanza 2 is reflective

42. What are some of the problems faced by our modern world and what are their causes?- Pollution, traffic jams, stress and temperature changes. These are caused by careless use of

modern technology and man’s neglect (abuse) of the environment.

A Fighter’s Lines (Form 3)1. Why is the persona unable to fight anymore?

- He is old, weak and mentally and physically tired.2. Who are the ‘sons of our ancestor’?

- The future generation3. Describe the mood of the poem.

- The mood of the poem is one of weariness, frustration, restlessness and urgency.4. What do you think the words ‘from the wheelchair of the rest of my days’ mean?

- They mean that the persona is confined to a wheelchair for the rest of his life.5. Who is the persona in the poem?

- The persona is an old soldier.6. Who is the persona speaking to?

- The persona is speaking to the young generation.7. Why the persona feel disturbed?

- The persona sees a lot of deceit in the country.8. The persona has not lost his fighting spirit despite his age and condition. Give two reasons based

on the poem to show that this is true. - The persona is still concerned about the condition of the country. / The persona is actively

urging young people to get involved.9. In the first line, what does ‘old and worn’ mean?

- Aged and tired.10. What has the ‘old warrior’ fought for?

- Independence for his country11. In stanza 2, what is the persona worried about?

- The country is still facing many challenges.12. If you are the warrior what would you feel about your sacrifice with reference to today’s society?

Give a reason.- I would feel proud. The younger generations are able to walk the streets freely with

oppression.- I would feel sad. The younger generations have taken our country’s independence for granted.

13. Why do you think the poet has lost all his strength? Give 2reasons.- He is old and weak. He endured a lot of sufferings as a freedom fighter.

14. The poet finds going about his daily routine very difficult. Which phrase in stanza 2 indicates this?- The phrase ‘these times are too big a challenge’.

15. In stanza 3, what does the poet want the younger generation to be?- He wants them to be brave.

16. The poet wants the younger generation to take action. What can you do?- I should not stand idly by when I see in justice happen. I should speak up so everyone will be treated fairly.

17. The persona is very frustrated.18. Why does the persona feel helpless?

-He is old and crippled.

19. The line ‘have forced sacrifices, that know no name...’ explains to us that the persona ‘s contribution to the country was enormous.

20. The use of a wheelchair indicates that the persona cannot walk.21. The word ‘remnants’ is used to illustrate the persona’s remaining crippled years.22. Despite his condition, the persona has not lost his fighting spirit.23. What does the phrase ‘erect a wall of people’ signify?

- To unite and stand as one24. What was the persona’s occupation?

- He was a soldier who fought for his country.25. How does the persona feel about his country?

- He loves his country very much.26. What did the persona do for his country?

- He fought for the freedom of his country.27. When did the persona fight for his country?

- The persona fought for his country before it gained independence.28. Why was the persona suffering?

- He was old, worn and had lost all his strength.29. What were the sacrifices that ‘...know no name or life’?

- These sacrifices were given by people for the country’s freedom, regardless of who they were or even if it cost them their lives.

30. Explain ‘...body and energy crushed, see and cannot do much’.- The persona is explaining that he is physically disabled and mentally disturbed.

31. The phrase ‘these times are too big a challenge’ means the present times are difficult for him as he is unable to handle the situation.

32. What is the persona referring to by ‘net of deceit’?- He was referring to the dishonest deeds that are becoming a problem to the development of

the country.33. In the stanza 3, what does the persona want?

- The persona wants the younger generations to unite, stand and speak up for their rights as well as justice and freedom.

34. When the persona claims ‘I have no more voice...’, he means he fells helpless as he is old and weak.

35. Who does he want to speak now and why?- He wants the younger generation to speak now and fight for their rights.

36. If you were a veteran fighter like the persona, looking at the present generation, what would you feel like doing?- I would speak to the younger generation to awaken their fighting spirit. They should

understand what their forefathers went through to give them the life they have now. The younger generation must remember that they must continue the fight for justice.

37. Briefly describe how you are going to contribute to the development of your country when you leave school?- I would contribute to my country by working with charity groups. I would like to help

underprivileged children gain an education or learn a trade that will help them improve their lives. By doing this, I can help reduce poverty and illiteracy.

38. Who are the heirs of his struggle?- The youths of today

39. What does the persona say that sacrifices made in the war ‘know no name or life’?- Too many lives were sacrificed.

40. What are his physical and mental conditions?- He is old and worn. He is alert and aware of the current problems.

41. What is the nature of the current problem in the country?- Political

42. How did the writer show his patriotism and how does he make call of patriotism to the younger generation?- He fought in the war of independence. He wants them to stand up in the name of justice for

the country.43. How does the persona refer to the remainder of his life?

- He refers to them as ‘crippled years’.44. What are the two things the younger generation should do?

- They should make their voices heard and fight for the country.45. In stanza 2, what does the persona feel about getting involved in current social problems?

- He regrets that he cannot help out physically.46. Worn = tired47. What does ‘the forced sacrifices’ refer to?

- The persona and many people have made huge sacrifices for the independence of the country.

48. Describe the persona in your own words.- The persona is old and weak. The persona was once a retired soldier.

49.What does the persona say about the fight for independence?- It was costly in terms of lives lost.

50. What would you do if you were the persona facing such a challenge?- I will not give up but continue to face the challenge until I had succeeded.

51. Suggest two ways to show your love for the country? -  Fight for the country, buy Malaysian product, respect the flags, raise the flags during

celebration of Independence Day, celebrate Independence Day, sing the National Anthem, stand still when the National Anthem is playing.

Leisure (Form 3)1. In the poem, what do the words ‘full of care’ mean?

- They mean ‘burdened with responsibilities and worries’ / full of responsibilities and other commitments

2. Why are the words ‘no time’ repeated throughout the poem? - They repeated to emphasis how hectic life is.

3. Why does the poet use the word ‘her’ in line 10 of the poem? - To personify the beauty of nature as a women

4. Does the poet consider a hectic life meaningful? Provide evidence from the poem to support your answer. - No, because he calls such a life ‘poor life’.

5. From stanza 1, what do you understand by the expression ‘stand and stare’?- To relax

6. From stanza 2, unlike ‘sheep and cow’, humans seem to be very busy.7. The expression ‘streams full of stars’ in stanza 4 refers to the sparkling water.8. What is the theme of the poem?

- It is about the time that we can use to be close to nature and enjoy a life of peace and calm.9. What does the phrase full of care refer to?

- This phrase refers to a life filled with worries and responsibilities.10. In stanza 5, what is nature being compared to?

- The sky full of shining stars at night.11. According to the poem, what kind of life are we living?

- A meaningless life12. Do you think we should make time to stand and stare? Give a reason for your response.

- Yes, I think we should make time to stand and stare because when we do so, we are making time to relax and enjoy the simple joys of life. Doing this will help us lead a balanced and fulfilling life.

13. Why does the persona tell us to stand beneath the tree branches?- So we can look at the sheep and cows.

14. Why is the squirrel hiding nuts in the grass?- It is storing food.

15. Why does the stream sparkle like stars?- Because the sun’s bright light is reflecting on it.

16. What kind of life does the persona say people will have without leisure? Why did he say this?- The persona says people will live a miserable life without leisure in their life. Life will be un

fulfilling when we do not stop to enjoy the beauty of our surroundings. Taking time to appreciate nature and the simple things in life can be therapeutic for one’s mind and soul.

17. The word ‘enrich’ in the poem can best be replaced with supplement.18. Do you have any leisure time for yourself? Give two ways you spend this time.

- Yes. I love to write and draw funny comics about life as a teenager. During the weekends, I like to go to the park with my friends. We take long walks and fly kites together.

19. Do you feel your parents should have some leisure time? Why?- Yes. They work hard to give their children a good start in life. They should take care of their

happiness as well and take time to relax and enjoy their hobbies and interests.20. What is the setting of the poem?

- The countryside21. From the title of the poem, ‘Leisure’, what are two things that the persona wants to do?

- Life should not be full of care. He would like to have time to relax and do nothing.22. What does the persona say about a life that is full of care?

- It would be a poor life.23. When sheep, cows and man stand in the open field or under the trees, what would they be doing?

- Sheep and cows: grazing- Man: standing and staring

24. As we take a walk in the countryside, we can pass through woods. What are we likely to see and what would these things be doing?- Squirrels, they would be hiding their nuts or food amidst the grass.

25. What do you think inspired the poet to write the poem?- I think he saw people rushing around doing their work so much, that they have no time to

notice the beauty of their surroundings.26. Do you agree with the poet’s ideas about life being full of care? Give reasons.

- Yes, because nowadays people are so busy with their careers that they forget how to relax and enjoy the simple pleasures of life.

27. The word ‘boughs’ refers to branches of trees.28. What are the squirrels hiding their nuts for?

- For winter29. When can streams be ‘full of stars’?

- In broad daylight30. Name the three activities of leisure mentioned in the poem.

- Staring the stream of stars, hide their nuts and stand below the tree31. To what does the phrase ‘a poor life’ refers?

- We did not have any time to enjoy our life.32. Why do you think ‘no time’ is repeated throughout the poem?

- This is to emphasize how important it is to find time to enjoy the beauty around us.33. Why do you think the word ‘beauty’ is written as ‘Beauty’ with a capital ‘B’?

- The word ‘Beauty’ is a person name.34. Is ‘Beauty’ a male or a female? How can you tell from the poem?

- Female. The poet uses ‘her feet’, ‘her mouth’ and ‘her eyes’.35. The movements in the nature are beautiful like a dancers. Based on your own observation,

describe movements of two things in nature which are beautiful.- The waves in the sea and the movements of the leaves

36. The poet describes Beauty as smiling. Give two instances when you feel that nature is smiling at everyone.- The blooming of flowers, the swaying of trees

37. Which word in Couplet 1 means anxiety?- The word ‘care’

38. What is the meaning of the title of the poem?- It means to relax and enjoy something in our free time.

39. What would happen to us if we have no time to appreciate life?- We will have a pour (meaningless) life if we have no time to appreciate the beauty of life

round us.40. Do you have time to do most of the things you like? Name two things you enjoy that you have no

time to do. - Yes. Go cycling in the botanical garden. Go jungle trekking.

41. What is the problem that the poem opens with?- We have no time to pause and look around us.

42. What animals are mentioned in the poem?- Sheep, cows and squirrels.

43. How can the poet see stars in broad daylight?- He is referring to reflected sunlight on the surface of the stream water.

44. What does the poet recommend that we do for leisure?- Do the things we want to do.- Slow down and enjoy the beauty around us.

45. According to the poet, what are some of beauties of nature we miss because we do not have the time?- We should not be able to see where squirrels hide their nuts or streams full of stars during the

day.46. How does the poet describe a life with no time to enjoy the world around us?

- He describes it as a poor life full of care.47. According to the persona, why do men have no time to “stand and stare”?

- Because men are too occupied by worldly pursuits. He does not value time for leisure to relax or look at the beauty of nature.

48. Write two themes of the poem.- Appreciating nature.- The importance of leisure.

49. In the poem, the phrase “Streams full of stars” probably refers to- Fish in the river / Fish

50. Who is the “Beauty” mentioned in the poem?- The Nature.

51. What is the mood of the persona in relating to the poem?- Disappointment / Sad / Unhappy / Frustrated.

52. What does the poem remind us to do?- The poem reminds us to take time to appreciate the beauty of nature.

53. What does the word “leisure” mean in this poem?- Time spent enjoying simple beauties cherished and regarded as a forgotten pastime.

54. Based on the poem, what is the fourth stanza trying to show?- Based on the poem, the fourth stanza shows that in daylight, rivers appear to be sparkling

under the effect of sunshine as through the streams are full of stars like the night sky.55. List down two moral values that can be obtained from the poem.

- we must make sure we live a balanced life- We must put aside time to enjoy the beauty of nature around us.

56. What do you think this poem is about?- The importance of free time.

57. Describe the tone of this poem.- He asks us to ponder on what life is like if we have no time to notice the beauty of nature and

people around us. 58. Give an example of a simile used in the poem.

- Streams full of stars, like skies at night.59. Do you think leisure is important? Give a reason.

- Yes. Because leisure is needed to lead us to a meaningful and balanced life. - Yes. It is important because we need time to rest and enjoy the beauty around us.

60. Who does “her” refer to?- Beauty / Beautiful lady.

61. In stanza 3, people never seem to notice he squirrels hiding their nuts when they pass by the woods. Why is this such?- Because they are too busy with worldly pursuits and their own jobs.- People are always in such a hurry.

62. In stanza 5, what does the word “dance” suggest about her movement?- The word suggests that she dances gracefully, dainty and nimble.

63. Why do you think that man should take some time off for leisure?- To stay healthy.- To lead a more meaningful life. - To make himself happier.- To live a balanced life.- To set out priorities correctly.

64. What does the question, “What is this life” in the first stanza tell us about the persona?

- The persona is curious.65. Give a reason that explains why people nowadays do not enjoy their leisure time.

- They do not value time for leisure. They think leisure is only wasting time and meaningless.66. What is your advice for people who work all the time and do not take some time off for leisure?

- I would advise them to take a rest after all the work. - I would encourage them to do leisure during their free time and relax themselves.

67. What does the persona describe the Beauty in the poem?- He describes the Beauty as it is able to see, has feet and can even dance.

68. State one main theme of the poem.- The importance of leisure / - Appreciating the nature / - Life is meaningless if we have no time for leisure / - Take some leisure time daily to enjoy nature and the simple pleasures of life.

69. Do you have any leisure time for yourself? State two ways of how you spend your leisure time.- Yes. I do have time for leisure.- I would go cycling in the botanical garden.- I would listen to music.

70. What would you advise a family member of yours who has been working very hard and has not had time for the family?- I would advise him / her to balance his life by taking breaks within work hours. He / her should

relax after work and do things that they like during their free time. 71. What does the persona want us to do?

- The persona wants us to enjoy leisure and the beauty of nature. - To slow down and take the time to appreciate our surroundings.

72. Do you think life today has become too hectic? Give a reason.- Yes. This is because people chases after wealth and always too busy with worldly pursuits. - Yes. This is because people have become busier with work that they rarely take the time to

enjoy nature. 73. Where do squirrels hide their nuts?

- They hide them in the grass.74. What does “Beauty” refer to?

- “Beauty” refers to the nature.75. In which line does the poet say our life is full of worries?

- The line “What is this life if, full of care.” 76. What dilemma does the persona highlights in the first couplet?

- People are too busy to pause what they are doing and admire their surroundings.77. Where are we when we stand beneath the boughs?

- We are under the branches of a tree.78. What makes a smile more beautiful?

- A smile becomes more beautiful when the mouth turns upwards.(bends upwards)79. The persona asks a question in couplet 1. What is it and how does he answer to it?

- He questions the type of life people lead when they are too busy to stop and enjoy the surroundings. He answers it by telling people that life would be meaningless when they do not make time for leisure in their lives.

80. In stanza 1, what does the word care mean?- It means worries in life.- It means “problems” or “worries”.

81. What does the poet mean when he says people have no time to stand and stare?- He means people are now always in a hurry and have no time to pause and look at their

surroundings.- It means that people have no time to enjoy the simple things in life such as nature.

82. In stanza 4, why does the poet say that the streams are full of stars?

- Because the sunlight shines on the surface of the stream, and the stream looks like as if it is glittering like stars.

- They sparkle under the sunlight.83. In your opinion, is it important to spend more time resting and enjoying yourself? Give a reason.

- In my opinion, it is important to spend some time resting and enjoying myself. This is because resting moderately leads us to a balanced life.

- Yes. Doing things that make us happy helps to relieve the boredom of everyday chores. 84. In your opinion, what should we do to make our life more meaningful? Give a reason.

- In my opinion, we should spare time to observe our surroundings and enjoy the beauty of nature. This leads us to a more meaningful, balanced and also a happier life without any burden.

- In my opinion, we should have a balance in our life. We should concentrate on our work or studies yet at the same time, we must also appreciate nature that is around us.

85. In stanza 3, which phrase tells us that the persona id referring to the countryside?- The phrase “When woods we pass”.

86. Describe how you may feel when standing “in broad daylight”. Give a reason.- I feel relaxing when standing “in broad daylight”. Because the shimmering of river water

under reflection of sunlight calms down my mind. 87. In stanza 5, whose “Beauty” is the persona referring to?

- The persona is referring to the nature’s beauty.88. Your friend says that too much leisure will lead to laziness. Do you agree? Give a reason to

support your answer.- I agree. Because we should do things moderately, including rest. Over rest will harm ourselves

and lead us to laziness. 89. Why does the persona say that man has “no time”?

- Because man are always in a hurry, and have no time to pause to observe their surroundings.90. According to the persona, what shines “like stars at night”?

- The glittering stream water due to the reflection of sunshine.91. In stanza 5, what does the word “they” refer to?

- It refers to the nature.92. What would you do to avoid having “a poor life”?

- I would do leisure and enjoy the beauty of nature in my surroundings.93. In stanza 3, what activity does the persona suggest people do?

- The persona suggests people to pause and not always in a hurry. He wants us to look at the interesting nature in our surroundings.

94. What is the persona trying to tell us when he says “stare”?- He tries to tell us to spare time to observe our surroundings.

95. Do you think the countryside is a good setting for the poem? Give a reason. - Yes. Because countryside is still not developed, it still remains its nature beauty.

96. A friend keeps saying that he has “no time” to relax. What would you say to him?- There is always time for ourselves, it just depends on whether we are willing to or not.

97. In the poem, the persona highlights a problem among man. What is it?- The problem is they are always in a hurry and too busy with their own work, until they do not

have time for leisure, causing their life to be imbalanced.98. The persona gives human qualities to one subject in his poem. Which is it?

- Appreciation to nature.99. What does “a poor life” mean?

- It means a miserable and meaningless life. 100. Why do you think the persona repeats the phrase “no time” throughout the poem?

- To emphasize the busy life of people.101. Which word in the poem means to “look long and hard”?

- The word “stare”.102. Based on the poem, where does the persona suggest we go to enjoy nature’s beauty?

- Beneath a tree or in the woods.103. What might we see when we pass the woods?

- We might see squirrels hiding their nuts in grass.104. How do you think the persona feels in the poem? Give a reason to support your answer.

- The persona feels helpless. Because people nowadays do not value time for nature and do not appreciate nor enjoy nature.

105. In stanza 2, why does the persona suggest that we look at our surroundings like “sheep or cows”? - To observe the beauty of nature around us.

106. In stanza 5, what does the persona say we do not have time for?- The persona says we do not have time to admire and enjoy the beauty of nature.

107. Do you agree with the persona that “We have no time to stand and stare”? Give a reason to support your answer.- No. Because time management can be done as long we are willing to.

108. Where does the persona say we have no time to stand?- Under the branches of a tree.

109. In stanza 5, what does the word “dance” tell us about the movements we see in nature?- The word tells us that the movements we see in nature are graceful and dainty.

110. In the last stanza, what does the persona imply about the kind of life man is living?- The persona implies that man lives in a poor and miserable life, full of worries and

responsibilities.111. The persona says that enjoying the beauty of nature is a way to relax and unwind. Give

another leisurely activity which you think helps make life meaningful.- To play outdoor games.- Listen to music.