Question

In the poem, the poet invents the anecdote about the mite to ______.

Options

• narrate an amusing incident

• express his disgust for useless insects

• suggest the importance of individual mind

• amuse the readers

Answer 1

In the poem, the poet invents the anecdote about the mite to suggest the importance of individual mind.

Explanation:

The incident of the mite is used to emphasize that even the smallest living creature has its own mind and intelligence. The poet admires the mite’s awareness and independent actions. Thus, the anecdote conveys the importance of individual consciousness rather than merely entertaining the reader.