Ques 1. Write a short note on "Earth University"
Ans. Earth University, conceptualized by Indian environmentalist Vandana Shiva, isn't a traditional campus but a vision of learning directly from Earth's ecosystems, promoting sustainable living, biodiversity, and eco-friendly agriculture through its Bija Vidyapeeth at Navdanya farm. |
Ques 2. Give any two images that describe the beauty of Juliet in "Romeo and Juliet."
Ans. The two powerful images describing Juliet's beauty in Romeo and Juliet are the sun, symbolizing her radiant light and life-giving presence, and a rich jewel in an Ethiopian's ear. |
Ques 3. Mention any two images in which Romeo compares Juliet in the poem 'Romeo and Juliet.'
Ans. Romeo compares Juliet to the sun, seeing her as the source of light, and to a rich jewel in an Ethiope's ear. |
Ques 4. Mention any two qualities of night according to Juliet in 'Romeo and Juliet.'
Ans. According to Juliet, the night is 1)gentle/loving/peaceful and 2)concealing/protective
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Ques 5. What do bows and arrows refer to, in the poem 'On Children'?
Ans. It refers to parents and children
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Ques 6. Who are the arrows, and who sends them forward, according to Kahlil Gibran?
Ans. The arrows are the children, and the bows are the parents.
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Ques 7. Name the two popular courses of Earth University as mentioned by Vandana Shiva.
Ans. Agroecology and Organic Farming
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Ques 8. How does Don Gonzalo recall the beauty of "The Silver Maiden" in 'A Sunny Morning'?
Ans. Don Gonzalo recalls the Silver Maiden with radiant imagery, comparing her to a bright, sunny morning, full of hope, purity, and freshness, like a dazzling vision that brings warmth and promise, symbolizing her youthful innocence and captivating beauty. He connects her to the beauty of a beautiful day, seeing her as a vibrant, cheerful presence, making her seem almost divine and unforgettable in his memory, much like the uplifting feeling of a perfect sunrise, according to Filo. |
Ques 9. The poet creates heaven on Earth. Discuss this with reference to 'Heaven, If You Are Here Not On Earth.'
Ans. Asserting heaven isn't a distant afterlife but a present reality found in nature's divine beauty, the presence of a beloved, and human perception, using vivid imagery of streams, sunlight, and lush gardens, thereby transforming ordinary earthly experiences into blissful, spiritual moments accessible to all who choose to see.
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Ques 10. Why is bowing difficult for a visitor to learn, according to George Mikes?
Ans. It's a complex, nuanced ritual reflecting subtle Japanese social hierarchy, requiring precise understanding of who bows to whom, how deeply, and for how long, something outsiders struggle with, often bowing too much or too little, or at the wrong time, making them feel awkward amidst graceful Japanese natives who manage these distinctions effortlessly.
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