Chapter 17 · 10 hours
Countries and towns
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- 2081 Chaitra · Lumbini · 5 marks
Read and complete the sentences below with the correct information from the poem. (5 × 1 = 5)
Composed upon Westminster Bridge, September 3, 1802
Earth has not anything to show more fair:
Dull would he be of soul who could pass by
A sight so touching in its majesty:
This City now doth, like a garment, wear
The beauty of the morning; silent, bare,
Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples lie
Open unto the fields, and to the sky;
All bright and glittering in the smokeless air.
Never did sun more beautifully steep
In his first splendour, valley, rock, or hill;
Ne'er saw I, never felt, a calm so deep!
The river glideth at his own sweet will:
Dear God! the very houses seem asleep;
And all that mighty heart is lying still!
– William Wordsworth
(i) The speaker shares his impressions of the view from …..
(ii) He, who does not praise the beauty of nature is …..
(iii) Temples, towers, domes, etc. are shining in …..
(iv) The poet feels ….. to see the outlines of the city buildings.
(v) The houses are asleep and the heart of London is …..
Earth has not anything to show more fair: Dull would he be of soul who could pass by A sight so touching in its majesty: This City now doth, like a garment, wear The beauty of the morning; silent, bare, Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples lie Open unto the fields, and to the sky; All bright and glittering in the smokeless air. Never did sun more beautifully steep In his first splendour, valley, rock, or hill; Ne'er saw I, never felt, a calm so deep! The river glideth at his own sweet will: Dear God! the very houses seem asleep; And all that mighty heart is lying still!
– William Wordsworth
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(i) The speaker shares his impressions of the view from Westminster Bridge.
(ii) He who does not praise the beauty of nature is dull of soul.
(iii) Temples, towers, domes, etc. are shining in the smokeless air.
(iv) The poet feels a deep calm to see the outlines of the city buildings.
(v) The houses are asleep and the heart of London is lying still.
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- 2082 Chaitra · Lumbini · 5 marks
Read the poem and copy the correct answers from the given alternatives. 5×1=5
Earth has not anything to show more fair:
Dull would he be of soul who could pass by
A sight so touching in its majesty:
This City now doth, like a garment, wear
The beauty of the morning; silent, bare,
Ships, towers, domes, theatres, and temples lie
Open unto the fields, and to the sky;
All bright and glittering in the smokeless air.
Never did sun more beautifully steep
In his first splendour, valley, rock, or hill;
Ne'er saw I, never felt, a calm so deep!
The river glideth at his own sweet will:
Dear God! the very houses seem asleep;
And all that mighty heart is lying still!
a. What is the speaker describing throughout the poem?
(i) beauty of the river
(ii) beauty of the valley
(iii) beauty of the city
(iv) beauty of the sky
b. Who is called a person with a dead soul?
(i) one who is calm
(ii) one who is asleep
(iii) one who has not anything to show
(iv) one who cannot enjoy the beautiful view
c. Which of the following structures is NOT mentioned by the speaker?
(i) temple
(ii) tower
(iii) dome
(iv) church
d. What does the word 'his' in the line 'In his first splendour. . .' refer to?
(i) the sun
(ii) the garment
(iii) the air
(iv) the hill
e. What is the main theme of the poem?
(i) majesty of the god
(ii) beauty of the nature
(iii) generosity of people
(iv) splendour of earth
Answer
a. (iii) beauty of the city. The poet describes London seen from the bridge in the morning.
b. (iv) one who cannot enjoy the beautiful view. He says "Dull would he be of soul who could pass by" such a sight.
c. (iv) church. Ships, towers, domes, theatres and temples are mentioned, but not churches.
d. (i) the sun. "Never did sun more beautifully steep in his first splendour".
e. (ii) beauty of the nature. The poem praises the calm beauty of the city and nature at dawn.
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- 2082 Chaitra · Madhesh · 5 marks
Read the text and write TRUE for true and FALSE for false statements.
While London is the capital of the United Kingdom, it is also the largest city in the country. The city stands on the River Thames in South East England, with its history stretching back to Roman times. Paris, on the other hand, is the capital city of France, located in the north-central part of the nation. It stands along the Seine River. Paris has a rich European history and is regarded to be a global centre for culture, fashion, art and gastronomy.
London is among the largest metropolitan areas in Europe, as it covers an estimated area of 1,572 square kilometres. Paris covers an estimated 105 square kilometers. Although Paris is smaller in terms of area coverage, the city happens to be one of the most densely populated cities in Europe. Paris has a population density of 20,700 people per square kilometre.
(a) London is situated in the northern part of the UK.
(b) Both London and Paris are on the riverbanks.
(c) If anyone is interested in studying art and culture, London is better than Paris.
(d) Paris is much smaller than London in terms of size.
(e) Paris is a highly populated city in Europe.
London is among the largest metropolitan areas in Europe, as it covers an estimated area of 1,572 square kilometres. Paris covers an estimated 105 square kilometers. Although Paris is smaller in terms of area coverage, the city happens to be one of the most densely populated cities in Europe. Paris has a population density of 20,700 people per square kilometre.
Answer
(a) FALSE: London stands in South East England, not the north.
(b) TRUE: London is on the River Thames and Paris on the Seine.
(c) FALSE: The text says Paris is a global centre for culture, fashion and art; it does not favour London.
(d) TRUE: Paris covers 105 sq km, while London covers 1,572 sq km.
(e) TRUE: Paris is one of the most densely populated cities in Europe.
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