Literature Lover

1. Did the Boys Return the Horse Because They Were Conscience-Stricken or Because They Were Afraid? Ans: The boys return the horse because they were conscience-stricken. We all have dreams and aspirations to try something different from what we normally encounter. For the boys riding a horse was one such dream. They were innocent and had no heart to hurt anyone. John Byro, the farmer, did not think for once that the boys were trying to steal the horse. He trusted the people of his clan and his heart even refused to admit that the kids could indulge in something like that and hence claimed that the horse was the twin of his horse. The kids themselves were guilt-stricken when they realized what heinous act they were about to commit. Stealing something is a crime.  The kids are often taught in their homes that stealing is an act they must not indulge themselves in. Realizing they did something like that would have thrown them in a pit of guilt. They would have also felt that this wo...

Think it Out 1. What Do You Notice about the Beginning and the Ending of the Poem? Ans. At the beginning of poem a laburnum tree is bathed in yellow light. Only a few leaves of the tree had turned golden and all the seeds had fallen. The tree was portrayed as calm and silent. At the end of the poem the goldfinch departs making its final whistle-chirping sounds the tree remained empty and still.  2. To What is the Bird’s Movement Compared? What is the Basis for the Comparison? Ans. The bird’s movement is compared with a lizard. Lizards when moving on the wall make watchful movements towards their prey and suddenly attach it. According to the poet, the bird’s movements were vigilant and unexpected as it arrived at the laburnum tree just like a lizard.  3. Why is the Image of the Engine Evoked by the Poet? Ans. The little goldfinch ensures that sustainment is provided to its family so the future generation remains alive. Thus the bird’s behavior of bringing food to its family h...

Give reasons for the following statements. 1. The article has been titled ‘Silk Road.’ Ans. The article is titled Silk Road because the author travelled through the mountains where the ancient Silk Road used to pass, connecting Tibet to China. 2. Tibetan mastiffs were popular in China’s imperial courts. Ans:  Tibetan mastiffs were ferocious and watchful guard dogs. When the author’s vehicle entered the property, they chased it down without fear. As a result, they were presented to the Chinese imperial court as a form of tribute from Tibet. 3. The author’s experience at Hor was in stark contrast to earlier accounts of the place. Ans:  The author’s experience at Hor contrasted with travel accounts such as those of Kawaguchi and Hedin, who were overcome by the beauty and serenity of the lake, and cried. The author observed a neglected Hor with sparse vegetation, a rocky and dusty landscape, and discarded waste in the surrounding area. 4. The author was disappointed with Darchen. ...