Question

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

The mighty Himavant is ours there’s no equal anywhere on earth. The generous Ganga is ours which other river can match her grace? The sacred Upanishads are ours what scriptures else to name with them?

1. Complete the sentence.

The word ‘mighty’ refers to the ______ of the Himavant.

2. Choose the correct option to complete the sentence given below.

The question mark at the end of the fourth and sixth line of the extract is used to ______.

1. show doubt and uncertainty
2. emphasise a point
3. highlight confusion and hesitation
4. reveal inquiry and curiosity

3. The poet uses the word ‘generous’ to describe the Ganga. Why?

4. Why has the movement of the river been described as graceful?

5. Fill in the blank with the correct option from the words given in the brackets.

The poet is implying that the Upanishads are ______ (unmatched/abundant) in their wisdom and spiritual depth.

Answer 1

1. The word ‘mighty’ refers to the greatness and majesty of the Himavant.

2. The question mark at the end of the fourth and sixth line of the extract is used to emphasise a point.

3. The Ganga is described as generous because it provides abundant water and supports the lives of people, animals and plants. It is seen as a source of life and prosperity.

4. The river flows smoothly and beautifully through the land. Its gentle and flowing movement creates a pleasing and graceful image.

5. The poet is implying that the Upanishads are unmatched in their wisdom and spiritual depth.