Question

what according to the poet, is the mosquito's purpose for standing high on its legs

Answer 1

According to the poet, the mosquito stands on its hind legs so that it can lift itself upwards with ease. Also, the author feels that this position makes it lightless so that it weighs lighter than air. This does not make him feel that there is something standing on him because the mosquito is weightless when it is on its hind legs.