Practice My Mother at Sixty-Six (Kamala Das) - 3.1 | Module 3: Flamingo - Poetry (Literature) | CBSE Grade 12 English
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3.1 - My Mother at Sixty-Six (Kamala Das)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does the mother's 'ashen' face represent?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the physical signs of aging.

Question 2

Easy

Who is the poet of 'My Mother at Sixty-Six'?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember her significance in Indian literature.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does the mother’s pale face symbolize?

  • Youth
  • Health
  • Aging

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what physical signs show aging.

Question 2

True or false: The poem depicts joy at the prospect of parting.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the emotions expressed in farewells.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Discuss how Kamala Das uses imagery to communicate deep emotional truths. Provide examples.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Look for specific descriptive phrases within the poem.

Question 2

Analyze the significance of the daughter's repeated smiles. What do they signify within the context of the poem?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Reflect on the emotional weight of farewells and how they are portrayed.

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