Question

Which one of the following characteristics of the ‘river’ differentiates it from ‘small towns’ in the poem, Small Towns and the River?

Options

• Its depth

• Its strong current

• Its ever flowing nature

• Its crystal blue colour

Answer 1

Its ever flowing nature

Explanation:

The river is shown as always flowing in the poem Small Towns and the River, in contrast to small towns’ stagnant and restricted character. The river’s constant flow represents life and change, whereas small settlements are more static and restricted.