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Are all deposed kings slain by the deposer?

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Are all deposed kings slain by the deposer?

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No, some, of the deposed kings are jailed and some are slain.

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

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पाठ 6.2 The Hollow Crown
Exercises | Q C. 4. | पृष्ठ १८७

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How does the poet compare his face with dresses?


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 line with reference to the context.

There will be no thrice.


This poem is nothing but a criticism of modern life. Justify this statement.


The poet does not wish to exchange position with the runners. Why?


How does the poet establish the victory of common sense over ego?


Read the given lines and answer the questions that follow in a sentence or two.

With all my heart I do admire

Athletes who sweat for fun or hire

  1. Whom does the poet admire?
  2. For what reasons do the athletes sweat?

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

Athletes, I’ll drink to you, Or eat with you, Or anything except compete with you…


Underline the alliterated word in the following line.

They do not ever in their dealings…


Do you go for leisurely walks? If you are a city-dweller, what or who would you expect to see on your way?


Read the following line and identify the figure of speech used in each extract.

And ‘tis my faith that every flower

Enjoys the air it breathes.


How does the poet feel while enjoying the beauty of Nature?


The poet finds joy in various objects of Nature. Explain.


The poet experiences sadness because ______.


Work in groups of 4−6. Discuss how you would preserve the environment and protect Nature. One or two representatives may share their ideas with the class.


Write a letter to the Councillor of your Ward, explaining why a park is necessary in your locality.


What is Macavity expected to be doing after committing a crime?


Which two characters does the poet refer to as examples of wicked cats?


Read the given lines and answer the question that follow.

Macavity’s a Mystery Cat: he’s called the Hidden Paw…

  1. Does the poet talk about a real cat?
  2. Why is he called the Hidden Paw?

Read the given lines and answer the question that follow.

He sways his head from side to

side, with movements like a snake;

And when you think he’s half asleep,

he’s always wide awake…

  1. Explain the comparison made here.
  2. What does he pretend to do?

Read the given lines and answer the question that follow.

‘It must have been Macavity!’ but he’s a mile away.

  1. What is Macavity blamed for?
  2. Where is he?

Explain the following line with reference to the context.

He always has an alibi, and one or two to spare


What does ‘Everest’ in the title stand for?


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

‘Success is not final, failure is not fatal.’ It is the courage and perseverance that counts.


What do the three words, ‘graves, worms and epitaphs’, refer to?


What are the various functions and objects given up by a defeated king?


Explain the following line with reference to the context in about 5 to 8 line:

All murdered – for within the hollow crown

That rounds the mortal temples of a king Keeps Death his court, …”


Explain the following line with reference to the context in about 5 to 8 line:

“How can you say to me, I am a king?”


Pick out the alliteration from the following lines:

“Comes at the last, and with a little pin…”


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