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What does the crown of rulers stand for?

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What does the crown of rulers stand for?

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The Crown of kings stands for power and the right to rule a kingdom.

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अध्याय 6.2: The Hollow Crown - Exercises [पृष्ठ १८७]

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सामाचीर कलवी English Class 11 TN Board
अध्याय 6.2 The Hollow Crown
Exercises | Q C. 5. | पृष्ठ १८७

संबंधित प्रश्न

How is the poet’s laugh reflected in the mirror?


Interpret each of the following expression used in the poem, in one or two line.

hands search my empty pockets


Read the line given below and answer the question that follow.

‘But now they only laugh with their teeth, While their ice-block-cold eyes…’

  1. Who are ‘they’?
  2. Explain: ice-block-cold eyes
  3. Identify the figure of speech used here.

Explain the following lines with reference to the context.

Once upon a time, son They used to laugh with their eyes:


‘Face is the index of the mind.’ Does this adage concur with the views of the poet?


The poet does not wish to exchange places with the athletes. How does he justify his view?


Read the given line and answer the question that follow in a sentence or two

When snaps the knee and cracks the wrist….

Identify and explain the use of the literary device in this line.


Explain the following with reference to the context in about 50–60 word each.

They do not ever in their dealings Consider one another’s feelings…


Find out the rhyme scheme of the given stanza.

One infant grows up and becomes a jockey

Another plays basketball or hockey

This one the prize ring hates to enter

That one becomes a tackle or center…


Complete the summary of the poem by filling in the blanks with the words given below.

The poet, in a relaxed state of mind, is sitting in a (1) ______. He reflects on how his mood brings (2) ______thoughts, which are inevitably followed by (3)______ones. He feels connected to all of nature, and senses an inherent joy in all (4)______. He has faith in the fact that all the primroses and periwinkles around him (5)______ the air they breathe. He feels that every bird in the grove moves with (6)______. As the twigs catch the breezy air, they do so with the same pleasure (7)______ all life on earth. This joy of nature seems to be heaven-sent. Nature’s holy plan is to offer joy and peace to all forms of life on earth. The poet’s pleasant train of thought slowly leads to the sad reflection of how mankind alone has wrought sorrow and (8)______ upon itself. He firmly believes that man is meant to spend his days blissfully taking part in the vitality and joy surrounding him in (9)______. He therefore concludes rhetorically, emphasizing that he has good reason to (10)______ the distress, man unnecessarily brings upon himself.

creations abundance savour
pleasant suffering grove
lament pervading sorrowful
ecstasy    

How do people bring grief and sorrow to one another?


When humanity fails to live in harmony with Nature, its effects are felt around the world. Why and how?


What is Macavity’s nickname?


Mention any two qualities of Macavity.


Identify the literary devices used in the following lines:

  1. He sways his head from side to side, with movements like a snake.
  2. They say he cheats at cards.

Which line is repeated in the poem? What is the effect created by this repetition?


What does ‘Everest’ in the title stand for?


Read the given line and answer the question that follow.

Our nature it is that whatever we try We do with devotion deep and true.

  1. Who does ‘we’ refer to?
  2. How should we carry out our duties?

Discuss the following topic in groups of five and choose a representative to sum up the view and share them with the class.

Successful people neither brood over the past nor worry about the future.


Work with a partner and take this short quiz to find out how well-informed you are about history.

  • Name a few wars and battles you have read about.
  • What is the difference between a war and a battle? 
  • Why do rulers wage wars and battles?
  • Is the outcome of a war always fair? 
  • Do you think rulers understand the true meaning of life – in defeat or in victory? 
  • Can you name a few kings and leaders who have fallen from glory to disgrace? 

Fill in the blank with appropriate word from the box and complete the statement suitably:

The spectators died laughing at the ______of the clown.


Fill in the blank with appropriate word from the box and complete the statement suitably:

The fortress was ______and could not be conquered by the enemies.


Are all deposed kings slain by the deposer?


Working with your partner, discuss the following adages and share your views with the class. You may need to give your ideas and justify your point of view. Remember to take turns while making your presentation/short speech.

War begets war


Working with your partner, discuss the following adages and share your views with the class. You may need to give your ideas and justify your point of view. Remember to take turns while making your presentation/short speech.

Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown


Based on your reading of King Richard’s speech, answer the following questions in about 100 - 150 words each. You may add your own ideas if required to present and justify your point of view.

Death has been cited in many ways in this monologue. Identify the poetic devices used in those references.


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