Question

what does the poet mean by "slowly consuming the earth"?quote another line to prove the importance of the earth in the life of a tree. ​

Answer 1

Answer:

The poet mean by "slowly consuming the earth" that the tree has grown by consuming years of nutrients and minerals from the earth . The roots of tree are hidden under the earth the roots are the only source that provide water , nutrients to the other parts of the tree .

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Answer 2

Answer:

upon it crust feeling ears of Sunlight air water and its height sprouting leaves