Hornbill (Poem): The Voice of the Rain · Class 11 · CBSE · Science English
How does the poem present rain as a life-giving force, and how is this idea connected with the poet's comparison between rain and song?
Practice question from Hornbill (Poem): The Voice of the Rain (Class 11 · CBSE · Science English), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
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How does the poem present rain as a life-giving force, and how is this idea connected with the poet's comparison between rain and song?
Answer: Rain gives life to the earth by washing away impurities, nourishing seeds and helping plants grow. Like a song that returns to its singer after expressing the singer's emotions, rain completes its natural journey by returning to the earth and fulfilling its purpose. Both rain and song are presented as creative forces that bring renewal and fulfilment.
Solution
The answer should mention rain's power to cleanse and nourish the earth. It should also explain that the return of rain resembles the return of a song because both complete a meaningful creative cycle.
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