Question

what is the central idea of the poem ten tall tree

Answer 1

Answer:

Man's selfish attitude, intention of disturbing nature and polluting environment by deforestation reflects in this poem. For example -throughout the poem the tall oak trees were cut down for the purpose of warships, charcoal, firewood, gangway and floorboards

Answer 2

The poem raises current environmental concerns about the conflict between human needs and the decline of natural habitats, deforestation, planting for future generations and the meaning of 'progress'. Key geographical vocabulary: Sustain, environment, woodland, conflict, progress.