Question

Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow.

Music is the therapy I need when I feel blue. Music lifts my spirits To make sure I pull through.

(i) Complete the following sentence suitably.

The phrase ‘feel blue’ indicates ______.

(ii) Identify the line which shows music makes the poet happy.

(iii) What does the last line of the extract signify?

(iv) State whether the following sentence is true or false.

Music plays a vital role in the poet’s life.

(v) Select the central idea of the extract from the following options.

1. Music brings comfort during sadness.
2. Music is a necessity in times of happiness.
3. Music improves our ability to pull heavy loads.
4. Music is a source of knowledge and excitement.

Answer 1

(i) The phrase ‘feel blue’ indicates that the poet is sad.

(ii) The line is: “Music lifts my spirits.”

(iii) The last line, “To make sure I pull through,” signifies that music gives the poet strength and emotional support to overcome difficult times.

(iv) This sentence is true.

(v) Music brings comfort during sadness.