Textbook Solutions: Spring | Gul Mohar Class 5: Book Solutions, Summaries & Worksheets PDF Download

Understanding the Poem

(A)

1.
Ans: (b)
The poem revolves around the speaker's joy and delight in nature, expressing the beauty and liveliness of spring.

2.
Ans: The speaker seems to be a younger person, expressing joy and excitement about nature and spring.

3.
Ans: The signs mentioned in the poem include shouting, singing, swinging through trees, buzzing black bees, being the sun and moon, dew on the rose, a twitching rabbit nose, lively and lovely feelings, kicking heels, freshwater eels, meadows without coal, gambolling lamb, light leaping goal, bud, bloom, dove on the wing, running on rooftops, and welcoming spring.

(B) 

1.
Ans: The speaker is expressing the freedom and warmth of spring. Racing without a coat signifies the end of winter's cold and the arrival of the warmer season.

2.
Ans: The word 'I'm' is used to express various actions and states of being, emphasizing the speaker's lively and diverse experiences. The repetition adds a rhythmic and playful quality to the poem, enhancing its musicality.

3.
Ans: These phrases reflect the energetic and carefree nature of spring. Meadows and rooftops symbolize open spaces, and the act of racing or running suggests the vitality and joy associated with the arrival of spring.

Appreciating the Poem 

1.
Ans:
(a) uses rhyming words
(c) uses simple language
(d) uses repetition

2.
Ans: Examples of alliteration include "buzzing black bees," "rabbit whose habit," "gambolling lamb," and "light leaping goal."

3.
Ans:
(a) Encourage the student to read the poem aloud, paying attention to the natural rhythm and flow of the words.
(b) This is a creative activity where the student can experiment with creating a simple tune that complements the rhythm of the poem. It encourages a deeper engagement with the text and an exploration of the musicality inherent in the language.