Question

What, According to the poet, are the ill-effects of watching television? What contrast does the poem draw between children of today and children of the past? in English Literature

Answer 1

The ill-effects of watching television are that, it kills the imagination of the children and they do not show any interest in reading books or doing other works.

Previously, children used to read books but in today's generation, they prefer to watch television than reading books or play outside, hence, it's a contrast between children of today and past.

Answer 2

Answer:

Watching television, according to the poet, is not good for younger minds. According to the poet, it kills their imagination; it blocks their minds, and makes them dull.