Practice Childhood (Markus Natten) - 3.12 | Module 3: Hornbill - Prose and Poetry | CBSE Grade 11 English
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does the poet mean by 'loss of innocence'?

💡 Hint: Think about what experiences make you grow up.

Question 2

Easy

Can you mention one realization the poet has about adults?

💡 Hint: Consider the gap between words and actions.

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Question 1

What does the speaker question first in the poem?

  • The existence of heaven and hell
  • The truth of adult teachings
  • The nature of individuality

💡 Hint: Reflect on childhood beliefs.

Question 2

True or False: The poem suggests that childhood can be reclaimed.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the themes of memory and loss.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Discuss how Natten’s reflections on childhood can relate to your own experiences. Provide specific examples.

💡 Hint: Think about your own realizations and when your beliefs started to shift.

Question 2

Analyze how societal norms and expectations influence the transition from childhood to adulthood, using Natten's poem as a reference.

💡 Hint: Consider different expectations around behavior, career, and relationships as you mature.

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