First Flight (Poem): The Ball Poem · Class 10 · CBSE English
What deeper philosophical meaning does the loss of the ball represent in the poem?
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What deeper philosophical meaning does the loss of the ball represent in the poem?
- A.The inevitable loss of childhood innocence and material attachments in lifeCorrect answer
- B.The carelessness of children playing near deep water bodies
- C.The failure of modern society to protect children's toys
- D.The importance of saving money for future emergencies
Solution
The bouncing ball acts as a metaphor for childhood and precious possessions. Losing it symbolizes the universal human experience of confronting grief, growing up, and accepting that losses are a permanent part of life.
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