WIND QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

 

WIND BY SUBRAMANIA BHARATI

CLASS-9 ENGLISH (CBSE / NCERT / MBOSE)

IMPORTANT QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

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1.      How does the poet ask the wind to come?

Ans: The poet asks the wind to come softly.

2.      What does the poet ask the wind not to break?

Ans: The poet asks the wind not to break the shutters of the windows.

3.      What does the poet ask the wind not to scatter?

Ans: The poet asks the wind not to scatter the papers.

4.      What does the poet ask the wind not to throw down?

Ans: The poet asks the wind not to throw down the books from the shelf.

5.      What does the wind do to the books?

Ans: The wind tears the pages of the books.

6.      How does the poet address wind?

Ans: The poet addresses wind as ‘God’.

7.      What does the wind god do?

Ans: The wind god winnows and crushes everything, especially the weak.

8.      What does wind do to the weaklings?

Ans: It makes fun of the weaklings.

9.      What does the poet suggest us to do?

Ans: The poet suggests us to become strong.

10.   How will be our relation with wind if we become strong?

Ans: If we become strong, wind will be our friend.

11.   What does the wind do to weak and strong fires?

Ans: The wind blows out weak fires, but it makes strong fires roar and flourish.

12.   What is the message / central idea of the poem.

Ans: In the poem Wind, the poet conveys that life will bring challenges, but instead of feeling discouraged, we should view them as opportunities to become stronger. The wind represents the difficulties and struggles we encounter. These hardships help us develop resilience and inner strength. The poet encourages us to be courageous and determined in facing life’s obstacles. When we confront challenges with a strong mindset, they can ultimately support our growth.

13.   What lesson can we learn from the action of the wind on the fire?

Ans: The poet gives a very strong message through ‘fire’. If the fire is weak, the wind puts it out. But if the fire is strong, the wind makes it burn even brighter and stronger. In the same way, we should make ourselves strong. If we are weak, others may take advantage of us. But if we are strong, people will want to be our friends. Even the gods support those who are strong, while they ignore the prayers of the weak.

14.   What are the destructions caused by the wind?

Ans: When the wind blows strongly, it causes destruction. It breaks window shutters, scatters papers, knocks books over, tears their pages, and brings heavy rain. The wind also destroys weak houses, doors, rafters, wooden structures, weak bodies, human lives and hearts.

15.   How does the wind make fun of the weaklings?

Ans: The strong wind uses its force to damage weak people and fragile objects. Without any mercy or sympathy, it destroys weak houses, breaks doors, and even affects human lives and hearts. As it moves violently, tearing through everything in its path, it almost seems to mock their helplessness.

16.   What does the poet say the wind god winnows?

Ans: The poet says that the wind god winnows because it is nature’s way of discarding weak and unhealthy things. In a similar way, the wind god separates the weak from the strong, just as chaff is separated from grain. Here, the wind god acts as the winnower, the wind serves as the winnowing fan, and weak people are compared to the grain.

17.   What does the wind symbolize in this poem?

Ans: The poet uses wind as a symbol to represent the hardships and challenges in human life. The strong and destructive wind signifies the hardships, problems, and obstacles people face. Just as buildings must withstand powerful winds, individuals must endure difficulties and struggles in life.

18.   Why does the poet want people to have firm bodies and strong hearts?

Ans: In life, people face challenges, difficult situations, and major obstacles. If they are weak, unhealthy, or lack willpower, these difficulties can defeat them. However, if they are physically strong and mentally confident, they can overcome hardships with courage and success.

19.   How can we make wind our friend?

Ans: Friendship grows among equals, so to befriend the wind, we must be as strong and powerful as it is. If we become physically and mentally strong, we can welcome it as a friend without fearing its force.

20.   Why does the poet say that the friendship of wind is good?

Ans: The poet says that being friends with the wind is beneficial because it has both gentle and fierce sides. If we are weak, its strong force can cause destruction. But if we are strong, we can use its power for positive purposes. As a friend, the wind helps humanity.

21.   Human life is full of hardships. How does the poet convey it through the poem?

Ans: In the context of human life, the poet uses the wind as a symbol of the challenges and hardships people face. Life is filled with struggles, sorrows, and difficulties that can be overwhelming. However, only those who are strong and determined can overcome these obstacles and move forward.

On the other hand, weak or indecisive individuals often give up when faced with difficulties. But those with patience, resilience, and a firm will confront hardships and grow even stronger. Struggles are an inevitable part of life, and overcoming them requires both physical and mental strength. Those who stand firm against adversity cannot be easily shaken. Strong individuals turn challenges into opportunities, learn from their experiences, and find ways to succeed despite difficulties.