Flamingo (Poem): Keeping Quiet · Class 12 · CBSE · Science English
In 'Keeping Quiet', the poet desires that for a second on the face of the earth, we should not speak in any language and should:
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easy · MCQ · Q-A2271B
In 'Keeping Quiet', the poet desires that for a second on the face of the earth, we should not speak in any language and should:
- A.run as fast as we can
- B.stop for one second and not move our arms so muchCorrect answer
- C.shut all the schools and colleges permanently
- D.start shouting slogans of peace
Solution
Neruda suggests keeping our mouths shut and not moving our arms so much to experience a moment of total stillness and quietness.
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