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Question
Read the poem carefully and complete the table after the discussion in pairs. One is done for you.
|
Concepts in the poem |
Present situation |
Expected/ideal situation |
| (1) mind | mind is full of fear | fearless mind |
| (2) head | ||
| (3) knowledge | ||
| (4) words | ||
| (5) habit | ||
| (6) thought and action |
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Solution
|
Concepts in the poem |
Present situation |
Expected/ideal situation |
| (1) mind | mind is full of fear | fearless mind |
| (2) head |
Head is bowed down. |
Head is held high. |
| (3) knowledge |
Knowledge is limited to a select few people. |
Knowledge is free and available to all. |
| (4) words |
Words are insincere. |
Words are truthful and sincere. |
| (5) habit |
Old traditional rituals and customs that are harmful are followed. |
There is reason and clarity of thought. |
| (6) thought and action | Thoughts and actions are determined by a narrow-minded attitude |
Thoughts and actions are determined by a broad outlook. |
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