Beautiful Hands
Q:1 What does the line “ these hands must folded be” mean?
Ans. The poet is sad to think of mother leaving her. Her mother is now very old. She is soon to die. She will lie in the rave beneath the desires with her hands folded.
Q:2 Whose hands does the poetess praise in the poem “Beautiful Hands” why does she do so? OR Whose hands are praised in the poem, ”Beautiful Hands”?
Ans. The poetess praises her mother’s hands for their spiritual beauty. These hands worked hard to make her happy when she was a child. She love and praises these hands.
Speak Gently
Q: 1 How can we win the hearts of people ? OR Why should we speak gently to other ?
Ans. We should speak gently to other because it is a noble quality. It brings eternal peace and joy. Harsh word spoil the good we may do in this world.
The Hand That Rocks The Cradle
Q:1 Why does the poet compare mother’s hands to a rainbow ?
Ans. Rainbow is a sign that the storm has passed and the trouble is over. It is also a sign of peace and comfort. Mother also brings up their children with love, peace and comfort. So the poet compares mother’s hands to a rainbow.
Q:2 Why does the poet say that the prayer for the mothers on the earth mingles with that said in heaven?
Ans. The prayer said on earth is also said by the angels and saints in heaven. So the poet says that it mingles with said in the heaven.
