Question

If you were to draw a picture of the scene described here, what colours will you use? Mention the objects and the colours using lines from the poem and your imagination. 

Answer 1

If I were to draw a picture of the scene described in the poem, I would use the following colors and objects, guided by the imagery from the poem and my imagination: 

Objects and Colors

1. Morning Sky: 
   • Color: Shades of orange, pink, and light blue
   • Line from the poem: "Morning light spreads over the earth."
   • Imagination: A peaceful and beautiful sky with a mix of warm and cool hues. 

2. The Sun:

   • Color: Golden yellow
   • Line from the poem: "The Sun, dressed up in his golden muslin turban."
   • Imagination: Warmth radiating from a bright, golden sun.
3. The Trees and Peepal:
   • Color: Various shades of green for the leaves and brown for the trunk
   • Line from the poem: "Through the green-topped branches" and "The Peepal in his lush deep foliage."
   • Imagination: Trees with rich, colourful foliage that softly sway.

4. Fragrant Flowers:

   • Color: Bright and cheerful colors like red, yellow, pink, and white
   • Line from the poem: "Fragrant flowers awaken the sleepy roads with their melodies."
   • Imagination: A variety of blooming flowers scattered along the road.

5. The Roads:

   • Color: A soft earthy brown or grey
   • Line from the poem: "Every road is a-gleam."
   • Imagination: Clean, bright roads reflecting the early morning light.

6. Flying Pigeons:

   • Color: Shades of white and grey
   • Line from the poem: "Time, sitting on an old roof, flies pigeons in the sky."
   • Imagination: Pigeons fluttering against the colourful morning sky.

7. Children:

   • Color: Bright, cheerful colors for their clothing
   • Line from the poem: "For children are going to school."
   • Imagination: Happy children with colourful school bags, walking along the road.