Question

Mention two phrases and two words used by the poet to portray her mother’s fright.(In the poem 'Mother and the mouse')

Answer 1

Explanation:

. Infer the meanings of the following words from the context

Paddling Transient

Now, look up the dictionary to see if your inference is right.

Answer:

Paddling Transient wading in the water in bare feet temporary

Dictionary Meanings

Paddling Transient walking through shallow water in bare feet for only a short time