Q2: And all the air is filled with pleasant noise of waters. Noise usually refers to an unpleasant sound. What does the speaker mean by 'pleasant noise'? Why does he write 'waters' instead of 'water'?
Ans: He means the flowing sounds of streams and drops after the storm, which sound pleasant. He uses waters to suggest many streams and ripples, not just one body of water.
Q3: All things that love the sun are out of doors … What 'things' does the speaker mention? Why are they out of doors?
Ans: He mentions birds, animals like the hare, and nature itself. They are out enjoying the sunshine after the storm.
Q4: What do you think the speaker means when he says that the hare is running races? Who or what is running with her?
Ans: It means the hare is joyfully running around in the open. The mist raised by her feet is said to be “running” along with her.
Q5: How did the rain of the previous night contribute to the beauty of the morning after?
Ans: The rain left bright raindrops on the grass and made the air and earth fresh and shining, adding to the morning’s beauty.
Q2: (a) The speaker describes the birds and the hare and even the sky as feeling happy. Why does the speaker think that these creatures—and perhaps the whole of nature—feel glad?
Ans: The speaker feels the birds, hare, and sky are glad as it is springtime. The warm sun, fresh air, and new life make nature look cheerful, so it seems all creatures share this happiness.
(b) The speaker does not mention people, yet he is able to make the reader feel the same gladness. How? Circle some of the words in the poem that help to create this mood.
Ans: Words like rejoices, bright, pleasant noise, mirth, and glittering create a happy and uplifting mood that affects the reader.
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