Question

11. Read the extract of the poems given below and answer the questions that follow: (4 Marks)
So that they come out clear and true
And handsomely groomed and fed
For many of the loveliest things
Have never yet been said.
(a) What is the name of the given poem?
(i) Where Do All the Teachers Go? (ii) The Wonderful Words
(iii) Vocation
(b) What is "THEY" referred here.
(i) Teachers (ii) Vocations
(iii) Words
(c) What have never been said?
The Loveliest Things (ii) They (iii) Handsomely groomed
(d) Find the same word from extract which means 'beautifully
(0) Wonderful words (ii) Handsomely (iii) Groomed​

Answer 1

a) Option 2.

The title of the poem is "The Wonderful Words". It has been penned by Mary O' Neil.

b) Option 3.

"They" here means words. The poet lays emphasis on how important it is, for communication to be clear.

c) Option 1.

The loveliest things have never been uttered. The poet feels that there are many thoughts and ideas that have not been expressed yet.

d) Option 2.

The word "handsomely" here means 'beautifully'. The poet feels that simply matching words to the "brightest thoughts" can help express those thoughts in a beautiful and eloquent manner.

The poem is an effective reminder of the power of words and language. The poet encourages everyone to be more communicative and express themselves in original ways.