First Flight (Poem): A Tiger in the Zoo · Class 10 · CBSE English
What does the phrase 'stalks in his vivid stripes' convey about the tiger in the first stanza of the poem?
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What does the phrase 'stalks in his vivid stripes' convey about the tiger in the first stanza of the poem?
- A.He is running away from hunters in the forest.
- B.He is proudly and quietly moving around in his limited cage space.Correct answer
- C.He is hiding behind tall grass to hunt prey.
- D.He is playing with other animals in the zoo.
Solution
The word 'stalks' implies a proud, measured, and quiet movement, while 'vivid stripes' highlights his bright, distinct skin markings even within the confines of his small cage.
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