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Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow. A thing of beauty is a joy forever Its loveliness increases, it will never Pass into nothingness; but will keep A bower quiet for us and a sleep Full of sweet dreams and health and quiet breathing(a) How does a thing of beauty remain a joy forever? (b) Mention any two sources of joy which a thing, of beauty provides to us. (All India 2008; Modified) (c) Explain, “never pass into nothingness.” (d) What is meant by‘bower’? |
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Answer» (a) A thing of beauty provides eternal and everlasting joy to us. Whenever we are in a pensive mood we can relive the joyful experience and happiness it gave us. (b) A thing of beauty gives us a quiet bower to rest peacefully, and a blissful sleep full of pleasant dreams. (c) The joy that a thing of beauty give us is eternal. It never loses its importance, but it only increases with time. (d) A ‘bower’ refers to a peaceful, quiet place under the shade of trees. |
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