POEM 10 C.L.M KSEEB SSLC CLASS 10 ENGLISH SOLUTIONS

POEM 10 C.L.M KSEEB SSLC CLASS 10 ENGLISH SOLUTIONS English medium Karnataka state board,the Answers Are Prepared By Our Teachers Which Are Simple ,Pointwise,Easy To Read And Remember.

POEM 10 C.L.M KSEEB SSLC CLASS 10 ENGLISH SOLUTIONS

II.COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS :

A.Answer the following questions briefly:

The second line “My mother’s life made me a man”.

Answer: b) has a hint that he was born at the cost of his mother’s life.

The phrase “Her beauty” in line 4 refers to

-Answer: b) the ‘beauty’ of his mother’s physical and emotional trauma at the birth of the child.

Why does the poet use the present tense in lines 5 and 6?

– Answer:c) To show that his very birth and life are responsible for his mother’s partial death.

What does “it” in line 10 refer to?

– Answer: “It” refers to the love his mother gave him.

“Her beauty” in line 12 refers to

– Answer: a) his mother’s physical beauty.

“Dusty in the mind” in line 12 refers to

– Answer: a) the fading memory of his mother in his mind.

“I am so grown” in line 15 means

– Answer: c) both a and b.

Which line in stanza 3 suggests that the poet is totally unworthy or ungrateful?

– Answer: “She would pass by me in the street.”

Which phrase in stanza 4 suggests that his concern goes beyond his personal experience?

– Answer: “What woman’s happier life repays.”

“Providing a happier life to one’s mother will repay for all her sacrifice.” Is this what the poet says in lines 21 and 22?

– Answer: No.

Stanza 4 has some very powerful and forceful images.

a) What is compared to a leech?

– Answer: The unborn child.

b) How is it a leech?

– Answer: It sucked life out of her for its growth.

c) What is unusual about the use of the word ‘leech’d’?

– Answer: It is used as a verb.

d) Why is B in ‘Birth’ capitalised? (line 24)

– Answer: To emphasize the importance of birth.

e) For whom is birth a hell?

– Answer: iii. for both.

Note that lines 19 to 26 introduce a series of rhetorical questions.

a) Identify two more examples of rhetorical questions.

– Answer: “What have I done, or tried or said In thanks to that dear woman dead?”

“What woman’s happier life repays Her for those months of wretched days?”

b) Write down the actual meaning of each of them.

– Answer: “I have done nothing to thank my mother who is now dead.”

“No woman’s happy life can repay her for those months of misery.”

“Man’s lust” in line 29 refers to

– Answer: c) both a and b.

The poet has used many poetical devices in the last line in order to draw the reader’s attention to it.

a) What typographical deviation is used in the last line?

– Answer: Capitalization of “O.”

b) Why, do you think, has he used this deviation?

– Answer: To emphasize his plea.

c) What figure of speech is used in this line?

– Answer: Personification.

d) Why does the poet want the grave to keep shut?

– Answer: To avoid shame.

e) How does the line end?

– Answer: With an exclamation mark.

The most dominant feeling of the poet in this poem is:

– Answer: c) a sense of shame.

Rhyme scheme of the remaining four stanzas:

– Answer: dd, ee, ff; gg, hh, ii; jj, kk, ll; mm, nn, oo.

B.Close Study :

Read the following extracts carefully. Discuss in pairs and then answer the questions given below them.

1.For all her love, she cannot tell Whether I use it ill or well.

a) Who do “I” and “she” refer to?

– I: Refers to the poet, John Masefield.

– She: Refers to Caroline L. Masefield, John Masefield’s mother.

b) What does “it” in the second line refer to?

– It:Refers to the love and care given by his mother.

c) Why is it that she cannot tell?

– She cannot tell because she passed away and cannot see how her son uses the love and care she gave him.

If we should meet, She would pass by me in the street Unless my soul’s face let her see My sense of what she did for me.

a) Would it be possible for the mother and son to meet each other?

– No, it would not be possible because his mother has passed away.

b) What is the figure of speech used in the expression “soul’s face”?

– The figure of speech used is metaphorical language.

c) His soul would reveal:

– i. his sense of gratitude to his mother

III. PARAGRAPH WRITING :

Discuss in pairs/groups of four each the answers to the following questions. Note down the important points for each question and then develop the points into one-paragraph answers.

The poem describes the poet’s personal experience. Does it stop at that?

– The poem primarily focuses on John Masefield’s personal reflections on his mother, Caroline Masefield.

– It explores his deep gratitude and indebtedness to her for giving him life despite her own suffering and eventual death.

– Masefield reflects on how his mother’s sacrifices and love shaped his existence, emphasizing her enduring influence on him.

– The poem extends beyond personal experience by highlighting broader themes of maternal sacrifice and the lasting impact of a mother’s love on her child.

– It invites readers to consider universal themes of gratitude, loss, and the complexities of parent-child relationships.

Do you like the poem? Why?

– Yes, I like the poem because it evokes strong emotions through its sincere portrayal of maternal love and sacrifice.

– The poet’s use of simple language and vivid imagery makes it accessible and relatable.

– It prompts introspection about the importance of appreciating and honoring parental figures.

– The poem’s structure, with its reflective tone and poignant descriptions, effectively communicates the depth of the poet’s feelings.

– Overall, it resonates with readers by capturing universal truths about family bonds and human experience.

IV.ACTIVITIES :

1.Pair work.

a) Examples of Discrimination Against Women:

– In my family, women are expected to prioritize household chores over their careers, unlike men.

– In our neighborhood, girls are discouraged from pursuing higher education while boys are encouraged.

– At social gatherings, women are often expected to serve food and clean up after, while men relax and socialize.

b) Examples of Men Trampling Upon Women’s Rights:

– Instances where women are not allowed to inherit property equally compared to male siblings.

– Women being paid less than men for the same work or denied promotions based on gender.

– Cultural norms dictating that women should seek permission from men for important decisions, limiting their autonomy.

2.Discussion:

Topic: What should we do to empower women so that they can fight against gender discrimination and oppression?

In groups of four, discuss and note down points:

– Education: Provide equal access to education for girls and boys to empower women intellectually and economically.

– Legal Reforms: Implement and enforce laws that protect women’s rights in areas such as property ownership, workplace equality, and domestic violence.

– Awareness Campaigns: Conduct campaigns to challenge stereotypes and promote gender equality in communities and workplaces.

-Support Networks: Establish support networks and safe spaces where women can seek guidance, share experiences, and advocate for their rights collectively.

– Economic Empowerment: Encourage women’s entrepreneurship and ensure fair wages and opportunities in the workforce.