Poem - I Dream of Spices – Raj Arumugam TNPSC Group 2 2A Questions

General English - Unit VII: Literary Works - Figures of Speech, Appreciation and Analysis of Poetry, Lines of Significance (15 Q)

Poem - I Dream of Spices – Raj Arumugam MCQ Questions

13.
Why did the mother twist the boy’s ears?
A.
He lost money
B.
He lied
C.
He brought the wrong items
D.
He was late
ANSWER :
C. He brought the wrong items
14.
What was the boy’s reaction after his ears were twisted?
A.
He ran away
B.
He cried "Ouch!"
C.
He slept
D.
He shouted at Muthu
ANSWER :
B. He cried "Ouch!"
15.
Which line from the poem indicates the poem is humorous?
A.
“His mother twisted his ears”
B.
“He spoke softly”
C.
“He was afraid of the dark”
D.
“He read a book”
ANSWER :
A. “His mother twisted his ears”
16.
What poetic device is used in the poem “I Dream of Spices”?
A.
Simile
B.
Irony
C.
Metaphor
D.
Pun
ANSWER :
B. Irony
17.
Which of these is not a spice mentioned in the poem?
A.
Ginger
B.
Garlic
C.
Sesame seed
D.
Potato
ANSWER :
D. Potato
18.
The poem reflects which common child-like behavior?
A.
Kindness
B.
Daydreaming
C.
Studying hard
D.
Cooking skills
ANSWER :
B. Daydreaming