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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… - English

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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?
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Solution

  1. The poet compares the movement of the cat to that of a snake. He employs a simile here.
    The movement is quiet but swift.
  2. He pretends to be half asleep when he is fully awake. .
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Chapter 4.2: Macavity - The Mystery Cat - Exercises [Page 130]

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Chapter 4.2 Macavity - The Mystery Cat
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