Time: 1 hour
M.M.: 30
Attempt all questions.
Q1: What are the kites compared to in the poem?
(i) Stars
(ii) Birds
(iii) Clouds
(iv) Leaves
Q2: The child wishes to be as light as ________.
Q3: What does the child want to do with the kite?
Q4: True or False: It was a rainy day in the poem.
Q5: True or False: The child believes flying on a kite would be fun.
Q6: How does the poet describe the kites?
Q7: What does the child imagine while watching the kites?
Q8: Why does the child think flying on a kite would be exciting?
Q9: Match the following:
| Column A (Description) | Column B (Meaning) |
|---|---|
| A. Coloured birds | I. Sound of wind |
| B. Light as air | II. Float slowly |
| C. Drift | III. Kites |
| D. Wind songs | IV. Easy to fly |
Q10: Explain the child's wish in the poem and its significance.
Q11: What does the poem teach us about imagination?
Q12: Discuss the role of nature in the poem.
Q13: Analyse how the poem presents the theme of freedom and joy.
You can find the solutions to this Unit Test here: Unit Test (Solutions): The Kites
| 1. What are the main themes explored in the chapter "Kites"? | ![]() |
| 2. How does the author describe the experience of flying kites? | ![]() |
| 3. What significance do kites hold in the context of the story? | ![]() |
| 4. Can you explain the structure and style of the poem "Kites"? | ![]() |
| 5. What lessons can be learned from the chapter "Kites"? | ![]() |