Question

Identify and name any one figure of speech in the above extract.

• A. Calm and content
• B. Both subdued and angry
• C. Both frustrated and happy
• D. Both angry and famished
• A. The people along the sand
  All turn and look one way
  They turn their back on the land
  They look at the sea all day
• B. Along the sand, the people
  All turn and look one way
  They turn back on the sand
  They look at the sea all day
• C. The people along the sand
  Look one way and all turn
  Their backs on the land
  They look at the sea all day
• D. The people along the sand
  They turn their back on the land
  They look one way
  At the sea all day

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

One figure of speech used in the extract is Oxymoron – “quiet rage.”
It combines two opposite ideas, showing the suppressed anger of the tiger, emphasizing the contrast between his calm appearance and inner frustration.
This oxymoron effectively conveys the tension within the tiger, who appears composed outwardly but is actually boiling with anger inside.
It also highlights the complex emotions of captivity, where the tiger’s natural instincts are restrained, leading to silent suffering.
By using “quiet rage,” the poet deepens the reader’s understanding of the animal’s plight and evokes sympathy for its constrained existence.
This figure of speech adds emotional depth and intensity to the description, making the tiger’s condition more vivid and relatable.
Thus, the oxymoron enhances the thematic contrast between freedom and confinement in the poem.

Answer 2

The phrase “pads of velvet” refers to the tiger’s soft paws, implying a movement that is gentle and noiseless.
This imagery evokes the idea of a silent and graceful step, highlighting the tiger’s stealth and elegance.
Using “silent” emphasizes how the tiger moves quietly through its environment, a natural trait for a predator.
The softness of the paws contrasts with the tiger’s powerful strength, showcasing the balance between force and delicacy.
Therefore, “silent” is the most appropriate word to capture the essence of the tiger’s movement described by “pads of velvet.”
This phrase enriches the poem by adding a sensory detail that enhances the reader’s visualization and understanding of the tiger’s behaviour.

Answer 3

To determine the feelings of the tiger based on the poem extract, we must analyze the language and imagery used.

Poem Analysis:
1. "He stalks in his vivid stripes" - This suggests a natural, dominant behavior typical of a tiger's movements.
2. "The few steps of his cage" - Limits the tiger's movement, implying confinement.
3. "On pads of velvet quiet" - Describes the soft, elegant movement, emphasizing stealth and suppressed energy.
4. "In his quiet rage" - This phrase is crucial. The word "rage" indicates anger or strong emotion, mitigated by "quiet," suggesting control or suppression of that emotion.
5. "He should be lurking in shadow, Sliding through long grass" - Reflects the tiger's natural habitat where he should roam freely, contrasting with his confined state.

Conclusion:
The imagery of confinement combined with "quiet rage" suggests the tiger is both subdued and angry. The words depict a restrained yet powerful being, limited by its environment, leading to feelings of frustration and anger.

Correct Option: Both subdued and angry

Answer 4

The rhyme scheme of the first four lines of the poem is A B C B (stripes – A, cage – B, quiet – C, rage – B).
This means the second and fourth lines rhyme with each other, while the first and third lines do not rhyme.
Option follows the same pattern with the second and fourth lines rhyming (way – day), maintaining the A B C B rhyme scheme.
This consistent rhyme pattern gives the poem a rhythmic flow and enhances its musical quality.
By carefully structuring the rhyme, the poet creates emphasis and harmony, making the poem more engaging and memorable.
The rhyme scheme also supports the thematic elements by connecting related lines through sound, adding to the overall impact of the poem.