THINK IT OUT PAGE
95-96
1. What does the title of the poem
suggest to you? What do you think the poem is about?
Answer:
The poem's title alludes to the importance of quiet.
The poetry is about the value of introspection and
self-examination. It's also a call for universal peace.
(For students' convenience, a model response has
been supplied.) It is strongly advised that students prepare their own responses
based on their personal experiences.)
2. What will counting up to twelve and
keeping still help us achieve?
Answer:
Stepping away from our daily routine by 'counting up to twelve' and 'staying
still,' as per the poet, can help us better comprehend ourselves and others
around us. The calm and tranquilly will help us comprehend the importance of
peace and tranquilly in this age of meaningless pursuits. As a result, they
will aid introspection and self-analysis.
3. Do you think the poet advocates total
inactivity and death?
Answer:
Although the poet feels that silences aid introspection and provide a respite
from the world of chaotic activities, he does not advise complete inaction or
death. Rather, he feels that pausing to observe quiet every now and then helps
people re-energize.
4. What is the ‘sadness’ that the poet
refers to in the poem?
Answer:
The poet refers to the 'sadness' of not being capable of understanding oneself
in one's mundane daily life. He also thinks it's unfortunate that humanity is
on the verge of annihilation due to its irrational actions. He regrets that our
haste to outdo others has caused us to lose sight of humanity's principles.
5. What symbol from Nature does the poet
invoke to say that there can be life under apparent stillness?
Answer: The poet utilises the earth as a symbol to show that life can exist in the midst of apparent silence.
TRY THIS OUT PAGE
97
1. Choose a quiet corner and keep still physically and mentally
for about five minutes. Do you feel any change in your state of mind?
Answer:
Yes, at first, I felt a peculiar quiet swallow me. But I quickly began to
reflect on my day and the things that I had undertaken. My mind drifted to
thoughts or behaviours that distracted me on its own. As my thoughts were
arranged, the unbalanced priorities became clear on their own. It also provided
me with the opportunity to reprioritise my priorities and the motivation to
work with new zeal. All of my problems faded away, and I felt stress-free. It
became simpler for me to concentrate on more essential aspects of my life and
to clear my mind of minor worries that I had been dwelling on for no purpose.
As a result, these five minutes of peace and reflection resulted in a
significant shift in my viewpoint. I've made the decision to do this for the
forever.
(For students' convenience, a model response has
been supplied.) It is strongly advised that students prepare their own
responses based on their personal experiences.)
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