Category: ISC

Short Questions Part – 1 (a) Whom does the poet call music makers in the poem ‘We are the Music Makers’? In what ways are they ‘The dreamers of …

Short Questions Part – 1 (a) ‘The Spider and the Fly’ is a tragic tale with a clear message. Discuss with close reference to the text. Answer : “The …

Short Questions Part – 1 (a) The poem ‘Desiderata’ offers some suggestions to lead a happy and contented life. Discuss. Answer : In today’s world it is almost impossible …

Short Questions Part – 1 (a) In what way does John Brown become a victim of so-called glorious war? Discuss with close reference to the text. Answer : There …

Short Questions Part – 1 (a) ‘Crossing the Bar’ can be read as an allegory. Discuss the statement with close reference to the text. Answer : An allegory is …

Short Questions Part – 1 (a) Referring closely to the poem ‘The Gift of India’ relate what Mother India says about her brave sons. Answer : In the poem, …

Short Questions Part – 1 (a) In what sense is the poem ‘The Dolphins a protest against man’s attitude towards animals in general? Quote from the text to substantiate …

Short Questions Part – 1 (a) According to Frost, a poem begins in delight and ends in wisdom. Discuss the statement with close reference to this poem ‘Birches’. Answer …

Short Questions Part – 1 (a) Referring closely to the poem ‘The Darkling Thrush’, describe the scene in nature as depicted by the poet. Answer : Thomas Hardy beautifully …

Short Questions Part-1 (a) Why is Miss Meadows highly upset while going to take her singing lesson with her students? Answer : Miss Meadows is a music teacher in …