Practice Summary - 1.2 | English Literature – Reverie: A Collection of ISC Poems, The Darkling Thrush – Thomas Hardy | ICSE Class 12 English Language & Literature
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Question 1

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Identify the main theme of 'The Darkling Thrush'.

💡 Hint: Think about the contrasts in the poem.

Question 2

Easy

What symbolizes hope in 'The Darkling Thrush'?

💡 Hint: Consider the actions of a specific bird.

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Question 1

What is a major theme in 'Birches'?

  • Nature vs. Nurture
  • Nostalgia and Escape
  • Life and Death

💡 Hint: Think about what the speaker longs for in the poem.

Question 2

True or False: In 'Crossing the Bar', Tennyson views death as a tragic end.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the overall tone of the poem.

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Question 1

Analyze how Hardy's personal beliefs about life are reflected in 'The Darkling Thrush'. How does his historical context influence the themes?

💡 Hint: Look for how Hardy’s life experiences intersect with societal changes of his time.

Question 2

Discuss the significance of the 'Pilot' in Tennyson's 'Crossing the Bar'. What does this figure represent in the context of the poem?

💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between a sailor and their guide at sea.

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