Hornbill (Poem): Childhood · Class 11 · CBSE · Science English
Which realisation in the poem shows the speaker’s movement from childish belief to rational thinking?
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Which realisation in the poem shows the speaker’s movement from childish belief to rational thinking?
- A.He realised that Heaven and Hell were not located in geographical places.Correct answer
- B.He realised that children should never question adults.
- C.He realised that every adult always behaves honestly.
- D.He realised that growing older brings complete happiness.
Solution
The speaker understands that Heaven and Hell are not geographical locations. This questioning of accepted beliefs marks the development of reason and the end of unquestioning childhood faith.
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