First Flight (Poem): The Tale of Custard the Dragon · Class 10 · CBSE English
What does the name 'Custard' imply about the dragon's nature in the poem?
Practice question from First Flight (Poem): The Tale of Custard the Dragon (Class 10 · CBSE English), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
easy · MCQ · Q-CB1445
What does the name 'Custard' imply about the dragon's nature in the poem?
- A.It shows he was sweet-tempered and friendly.
- B.It suggests he was soft, cowardly, and lacked courage.Correct answer
- C.It indicates he was fierce and breathed fire.
- D.It proves he was greedy and loved eating desserts.
Solution
The name 'Custard' evokes a soft, timid substance, contrasting sharply with the terrifying nature of a dragon, thereby highlighting his perceived cowardice.
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