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1. 1.

   Tick the most appropriate options.

   1. The poet _______________________ when he sees a rainbow in the sky.
      1. is filled with joy
      2. is rather upset
      3. jumps up happily
   2. The poet wants to feel _______________________ for the beauty of nature all through his life.
      1. wonder and reverence
      2. curiosity and joy
      3. excitement and happiness
   3. 'The Child is father of the Man' means _______________________
      1. the child becomes a man when he grows into an adult.
      2. the adults formed by childhood experiences.
      3. even as adults we have a childlike ability to enjoy nature.
2. 2.

   So was it when my life began;
   So is it now I am a man;
   So be it when I shall grow old,

   What does the poet say should remain the same through childhood, youth and old age?

3. 3.

   'Or let me die', What does the poet prefer death to?

4. 4.

   What does the poet say about his past, present and future?
5. 5.

   What is the poet's wish?
6. 6.

   The poet considers the love, wonder and devotion he feels for nature's beauty essential for his well-being and wishes to feel it all his life. Do you feel a strong connection with nature? Share and explain your thoughts with your partner.