Rabindranath Tagore was the first Asian to win the Nobel Prize in ___ for his work, Gitanjali.

Literature

In the poem, the banyan tree symbolizes ___ and ___ in relation to childhood memories.

Timeless beauty and connection to nature

What feelings does the child express when reminiscing about the banyan tree?

Nostalgia and longing for innocence

The description of sunlight dancing on the ripples of the pond suggests a sense of ___ and ___ in nature.

Beauty and artistry

True or False: The child wished to become a bird and fly away from the banyan tree.

False; the child wished to be close to nature, not to fly away.

Fill in the blank: The child observed the ducks swimming and thought deeply about the ___ of nature.

Mysteries

How does the poet illustrate the connection between the banyan tree and the village's daily life?

By depicting women filling their jars in the pond while the tree's shadow moves on the water.

What does the child’s desire to be the wind or the shadow indicate about his relationship with the banyan tree?

It indicates a deep yearning for freedom and unity with nature.

The poem conveys a moral about the importance of ___ and ___ in our lives.

Childhood wonder and our bond with nature

Explain the significance of the banyan tree in the poem.

The banyan tree serves as a symbol of stability, beauty, and the deep-rooted connection between nature and childhood memories.