1. What kind of place is Innisfree? Think about:
1. The three things the poet wants to do when he goes back there (stanza I);
2. What he hears and sees there and its effect on him (stanza II);
3. What he hears in his “heart’s core” even when he is far away from Innisfree (stanza III).
1. What kind of place is Innisfree? Think about:
1. The three things the poet wants to do when he goes back there (stanza I);
2. What he hears and sees there and its effect on him (stanza II);
3. What he hears in his “heart’s core” even when he is far away from Innisfree (stanza III).
Explanation:
Innisfree is a lovely spot where nature is in full bloom.
1. The poet wishes to construct a tiny hut out of clay and wattles. He will have nine bean rows and a honeybee colony.
2. He hears calm falling and crickets singing. At noon, he notices the midnight light and a purple glow. Evenings are filled with linnet feathers. He feels better and has more serenity of mind.
3. The poet hears low noises of lake water lapping at the shore.
2. By now you may have concluded that Innisfree is a simple, natural place, full of beauty and peace. How does the poet contrast it with where he now stands? (Read stanza III.)
2. By now you may have concluded that Innisfree is a simple, natural place, full of beauty and peace. How does the poet contrast it with where he now stands? (Read stanza III.)
Explanation:
Innisfree's natural beauty is used and described in contrast to the city's roads and pavements. The grey colour of the pavement represents decay and mortality. The natural beauty of Innisfree is used and described in comparison to the city's roads and pavements. The grey of the pavement symbolises decay and death.
3. Do you think Innisfree is only a place, or a state of mind? Does the poet actually miss the place of his boyhood days?
3. Do you think Innisfree is only a place, or a state of mind? Does the poet actually miss the place of his boyhood days?
Explanation:
The natural grandeur of Innisfree is not a figment of the poet's imagination. It is a genuine location where frustrated souls can find solace. The poet wishes he could reside in such a lovely and peaceful setting. He regrets it terribly.
4. Look at the words the poet uses to describe what he sees and hears at Innisfree
1. bee-loud glade
2. evenings full of the linnet’s wings
3. lake water lapping with low sounds What pictures do these words create in your mind?
4. Look at the words the poet uses to describe what he sees and hears at Innisfree
1. bee-loud glade
2. evenings full of the linnet’s wings
3. lake water lapping with low sounds What pictures do these words create in your mind?
Explanation:
1. These phrases conjure up images of hives and honeybees buzzing around. It is located in the glade.
2. A linnet is a type of bird with feathers. It appears lovely when its wings flutter. When a bird sits on a tree in a beautiful natural setting, it makes an indelible imprint on the minds of those who see it.
3. It's a mundane but enthralling scenario. The waves crash against the lake's coast, creating a pleasing and soothing sound.
5. Look at these words;
… peace comes dropping slow Dropping from the veils of the morning to where the cricket sings
What do these words mean to you? What do you think “comes dropping slow … from the veils of the morning?” What does “to where the cricket sings” mean?
5. Look at these words;
… peace comes dropping slow Dropping from the veils of the morning to where the cricket sings
What do these words mean to you? What do you think “comes dropping slow … from the veils of the morning?” What does “to where the cricket sings” mean?
Explanation:
At dawn, these words indicate that peace surrounds that region. The morning is welcomed by the pleasant and melodic sound of crickets. It contributes to the tranquillity of the setting. The scenic grandeur of Innisfree's surroundings is used to contrast with the city's streets and sidewalks. Decay and death are represented by the pavement's grey colour.
6. When and where will the poet experience ‘peace’?
6. When and where will the poet experience ‘peace’?
Explanation:
At the Lake Isle of Innisfree, the poet will find 'peace' in the bosom of nature. He'll look at the lovely trees, insects, birds, and shrubs. The calm and cool atmosphere of the woodland will make him happy. He will observe the pretty trees, flowers, animals, birds, and bushes. He will be content in the woodland's serene and quiet environment.
7. How does the poet describe the lake’s waves?
7. How does the poet describe the lake’s waves?
Explanation:
According to the poet, the lake's waves make a low sound when they strike the shore. It provides him with aesthetic pleasure. He likes hearing it. It also provides him with solace and security. He achieves mental tranquillity.
8. Why does the poet want to go to Innisfree?
8. Why does the poet want to go to Innisfree?
Explanation:
The poet wishes to visit Innisfree in order to appreciate its natural beauty. Its early, noon, and evening routines vary from those of cities where high-rise buildings reach for the sky. He relaxes when he hears the soothing sound of birds. In order to fully enjoy Innisfree's natural beauty, the poet longs to travel there.
9. Where is the poet standing? How is it different from Innisfree?
9. Where is the poet standing? How is it different from Innisfree?
Explanation:
The poet is standing on a grey-coloured roadway or sidewalk. This colour represents decline. He equates it to Innisfree's floral beauty. Even from where he is, he can hear the lake water lapping against the beach. He feels it in the depths of his being. He compares it to the floral loveliness of Innisfree.
10. What does the isle of Innisfree stand for the poet?
10. What does the isle of Innisfree stand for the poet?
Explanation:
The island of Innisfree represents pure natural loveliness. A visit to Innisfree brings the poet great delight, pleasure, and serenity. The sounds of honeybees, crickets, and lake water lapping at the beach entice him to return. He'll be happy living in a small cabin and labouring on a small farm.
11. Is the poet’s going to Innisfree merely an attempt to escape from the harsh realities of city life?
11. Is the poet’s going to Innisfree merely an attempt to escape from the harsh realities of city life?
Explanation:
Without a doubt, Innisfree offers everything the poet desires. He flees to the natural world of the lake isle of Innisfree even while standing in the doorway or on the grey pavement of the city. The sounds of the birds and the lapping of the lake water on the shore echo in his consciousness. This escapism provides him with a great deal of joy and peace.
12. Why is the poet deeply attached with the Lake Isle of Innisfree? Explain.
12. Why is the poet deeply attached with the Lake Isle of Innisfree? Explain.
Explanation:
Innisfree is a small lake island on which the poet spent his youth. The poet is looking for serenity and calm, which the Lake Isle of Innisfree can provide. The setting is natural and peaceful, and the poet wishes to explore this island. According to the poet, peace descends gently on this island in small drops. Furthermore, he is drawn to the melodious sounds produced by the cricket. In reality, that sound has a profound effect on the poet. The poet believes that the lake's waves crash against the shore and crease at low sound, providing aesthetic delight. He really wishes to go to the island. As a result, he has a strong attachment to the lake Island of Innisfree.
13. What does the lake isle of Innisfree stand for the poet? Is it merely an escapism or a revolt against the superficiality of urban life?
13. What does the lake isle of Innisfree stand for the poet? Is it merely an escapism or a revolt against the superficiality of urban life?
Explanation:
Innisfree, an Irish lake island, represents pure natural beauty, pleasure, and serenity. It stands in stark comparison to city life, which is hectic and artificial. He plans to construct a small cabin in the middle of nature. He plans to cultivate beans and construct a honeybee hive. He is haunted by the sounds, sights, and music he likes there. The isle transcends tranquillity and serenity. There will be no more car and vehicle noises on the roads. He can hear pollinators and crickets from where he is. It is both escapism and a rebellion against the city's hectic and artificial life. Innisfree's sights and sounds never escape him. Even when he is standing on a city street or on grey pavement, he can hear the low noises of lake water lapping at the shore in the depths of his spirit.
14. What does nature do for mankind?
14. What does nature do for mankind?
Explanation:
Nature has tremendous healing ability. We dismiss our sorrows when we sit in the lap of nature. Our minds become clear, and we begin our days with renewed vigour. Furthermore, nature inspires fresh hopes in humans. As humans, our friendship with environment is critical for this.
15. What moral lesson does this poem teach us?
15. What moral lesson does this poem teach us?
Explanation:
The moral of this poem is to return to nature. This poem instructs us to build a cabin in a remote location and enjoy nature's magical power. Nature, obviously, unfolds itself in a solitary setting and enables us to enjoy its music. We must learn an eternal lesson from this song.
16. And I shall have some peace there, for peace comes dropping slow Dropping from the veils of the morning to where the cricket sings;
What does the word ‘there’ in the above lines refer to?
How does peace enter the huts of peasants?
Name the literary device used in the poem.
16. And I shall have some peace there, for peace comes dropping slow Dropping from the veils of the morning to where the cricket sings;
What does the word ‘there’ in the above lines refer to?
How does peace enter the huts of peasants?
Name the literary device used in the poem.
Explanation:
The words 'there' in the preceding lines allude to Lake Isle of Innisfree.
The early dew drops bring peace into the peasant huts.
The name of the literary device used in the poem is “Metaphor”.
17. While I stand on the roadway, or on the pavements grey,
I hear it in the deep heart’s core.
Name the poem and the poet.
What does “It” in the second line stand for?
Give the noun form of the word “deep.”
17. While I stand on the roadway, or on the pavements grey,
I hear it in the deep heart’s core.
Name the poem and the poet.
What does “It” in the second line stand for?
Give the noun form of the word “deep.”
Explanation:
1. The name of the poem is “The Lake Isle of Innisfree.”The name of the poet of the poem: W.B. Yeats.
2. “It” refers to the lake water in the poem by the poet.
3. The noun form of the word “deep” is “Deepness / Depth.”
18. And I shall have some peace there, for peace comes dropping slow Dropping from the veils of the morning to Where the Cricket sings;
There midnight’s all a glimmer and noon a purple glow
And evenings full of the linnet’s wings.
What did the poet see in the morning?
What did the poet hear?
Find a word from the extract which means “weak, faint, unsteady light.”
18. And I shall have some peace there, for peace comes dropping slow Dropping from the veils of the morning to Where the Cricket sings;
There midnight’s all a glimmer and noon a purple glow
And evenings full of the linnet’s wings.
What did the poet see in the morning?
What did the poet hear?
Find a word from the extract which means “weak, faint, unsteady light.”
Explanation:
1. The poet saw dewdrops which seemed to be dropping peace.
2. The poet heard the song of the crickets.
3. “Glimmer” is a word from the extract which means “weak, faint, unsteady light.”
19. And I shall have soihe peace there, for peace comes dropping slow Dropping from the veils of the morning to where the cricket sings;
There midnight’s all a glimmer, and noon a purple glow,
And evenings full of the linnet’s wings.
Write the rhyming scheme of the given stanza.
What does the stanza suggest about the poet?
Name any two things the poet is fond of.
19. And I shall have soihe peace there, for peace comes dropping slow Dropping from the veils of the morning to where the cricket sings;
There midnight’s all a glimmer, and noon a purple glow,
And evenings full of the linnet’s wings.
Write the rhyming scheme of the given stanza.
What does the stanza suggest about the poet?
Name any two things the poet is fond of.
Explanation:
1. The rhyming scheme of the given stanza is ‘abab.’
2. The stanza suggests that the poet loves to be in the lap of nature.
3. Cricket’s song, the evening when linnets are flying, a bright moon lit midnight.
20. I will arise and go now, and go to Innisfree,
And a small cabin built there, of clay and wattles made.
Nine bean row will I have there, a hive for the honeybee,
And I live alone in the bee loud glade. ‘
What does the poet wish to build at Innisfree?
What does “Innisfree” symbolise?
Why does the poet wish to stay at Innisfree?
20. I will arise and go now, and go to Innisfree,
And a small cabin built there, of clay and wattles made.
Nine bean row will I have there, a hive for the honeybee,
And I live alone in the bee loud glade. ‘
What does the poet wish to build at Innisfree?
What does “Innisfree” symbolise?
Why does the poet wish to stay at Innisfree?
Explanation:
The poet wants to construct a small cabin out of sticks and clay at lnnisfree.
lnnisfree represents a haven of calm and tranquillity.
The poet desires to remain at innisfree for two reasons:
(a)Innisfree is to live in a peaceful environment; and
(b) The poet wishes to stay in Innisfree to escape the hectic schedule of city life.
21. I will arise and go now, and go to innisfree,
And a small cabin build there, of clay and wattles made:
Nine bean-rows will I have there, a hive for the honeybee,
And live alone in the bee-loud glade.
Write about any two things the poet wants to do when he goes back to innisfree.
Why does the poet miss the place? ,
Trace a word from the extract that means “open space”.
21. I will arise and go now, and go to innisfree,
And a small cabin build there, of clay and wattles made:
Nine bean-rows will I have there, a hive for the honeybee,
And live alone in the bee-loud glade.
Write about any two things the poet wants to do when he goes back to innisfree.
Why does the poet miss the place? ,
Trace a word from the extract that means “open space”.
Explanation:
1. When the poet returns to innisfree, he wishes to do two things:
(a) build a small cabin out of clay and wattles.
(b)Have nine bean rows and a honeybee colony.
(c)Be alone in the bee-filled glade. (Any two)
2. The poet laments the location because he longs for the peace and tranquility of Innisfree, where he spent a lot of time as a child.
3. Glade is the word which extracts the meaning “open space”.
22. “And I shall have some peace there, for peace comes dropping slow – Dropping from the veils of the morning to where the cricket sings”
Name the poet.
Which place is the poet referring to in the above lines ?
What is the poet looking for ?
22. “And I shall have some peace there, for peace comes dropping slow – Dropping from the veils of the morning to where the cricket sings”
Name the poet.
Which place is the poet referring to in the above lines ?
What is the poet looking for ?
Explanation:
1. W. B. Yeats is the author for the poem.
2. The poet is alluding to the Lake Isle of Innisfree in the preceding lines.
3. The poet seeks tranquillity and peace.
23. Describe the person, the place or the thing brought vividly to life by the poet.
23. Describe the person, the place or the thing brought vividly to life by the poet.
Explanation:
W. B. Yeats's The Lake Isle of Innisfree vividly depicts an island in the lake of Innisfree. The island is a very peaceful spot. The island is also rich in natural splendour. Yeats depicts many aspects of its allure, from the various birds and insects to the striking light at various times of day. This is an environment that has not been harmed or degraded by human intervention.
24. Why does the poet want to go to Innisfree?
24. Why does the poet want to go to Innisfree?
Explanation:
The poet wishes to travel to Innisfree in quest of peace. He dislikes London because it is loud. He wishes to reside in a location that. The poet desires calm and thus wishes to visit Innisfree. He intends to build a small cabin and cultivate beans there. He wishes to reside alone there.
25. How is city life different from life at the Lake of Innisfree?
25. How is city life different from life at the Lake of Innisfree?
Explanation:
The poet despises metropolitan living. The sidewalks are drab and colourless. Everything is in disarray. However, there is natural grandeur all around Innisfree. It is a real-life version of the poet's fantasy. The plants and the weather on the island are in ideal harmony.
26. Briefly describe one major theme of the poem “The Lake Isle of Innisfree”.
26. Briefly describe one major theme of the poem “The Lake Isle of Innisfree”.
Explanation:
"The Lake Isle of Innisfree '' has a significant theme of nature versus civilization. What we value in life is frequently the polar opposite of what civilization provides. Nature enables us to explore different forms of life, but civilization has its own set of rules that we must follow.
27. What is the tone of the poem?
27. What is the tone of the poem?
Explanation:
The tone of the poem is very peaceful and relaxing. The reader may imagine a person physically visiting Innisfree, but the poem's narrator is visiting this place in his mind. It allows him to unwind and avoid the stresses of modern life.
28. In the poem The Lake Isle of Innisfree’, what does the poet find so attractive about ‘The Lake Isle of Innisfree’
28. In the poem The Lake Isle of Innisfree’, what does the poet find so attractive about ‘The Lake Isle of Innisfree’
Explanation:
The poet finds Lake Isle of Innisfree appealing because of its promise of serenity.
The poet, then, longs for this place that provides a feeling of contentment and relaxation away from the hectic pace of modern living. The slow and regular metre of the verse contributes to the languid, dreamy effect. As the final stanza makes clear, there is also a vivid impressionistic depiction of the colours and beauties of this place, as well as the soothing stir of nature, which is so different from the strident noise of the metropolis where the poet actually is. The poet is thus physically imprisoned in the city, but he can envision the beauty of Innisfree, which provides mental sustenance. This is one of Yeats's early lyrics, displaying a familiar romantic sensibility in its praise of nature's profound purity and beauty, as opposed to the drabness, shallowness, and sterility of modern urban life.
29. In your opinion, what words or phrases used by the poet are the most effective in bringing the person, place or thing fo life? Give reasons for your answer.
29. In your opinion, what words or phrases used by the poet are the most effective in bringing the person, place or thing fo life? Give reasons for your answer.
Explanation:
Yeats employs a variety of imaginative phrases throughout the poem to catch the essence of Lake Isle. He brings the island to life by alluding to the various birds and insects that live there. He comments on how "the cricket sings" and alludes to"linnet's wings". This gives the island a feeling of energy and reminds us of how natural it is.
The line "and live alone in the bee-loud glade" accurately captures Yeats's argument about the island. It is a remote location where he can appreciate his solitude.
Yeats explains how the light changes on the island throughout the day in the poem's second stanza. "Noon is a purple radiance," he says. This light illuminates the entire Lake Island.
Finally, Yeats captures the noises of the island. He informs us that he can hear" water lapping in low sounds by the shore". To reproduce the sounds, Yeats employs alliteration. We get a feeling of the slow and gentle movement of the water by repeating the letter "I" so many times.
30. Does the poem celebrate the theme of escapism? Explain.
30. Does the poem celebrate the theme of escapism? Explain.
Explanation:
The speaker employs Innisfree as a place of escape in the poem. Innisfree, according to the speaker, is a simple, natural environment where he will construct a cabin and live alone. 'The Lake Isle of Innisfree' expresses the idea that nature provides a naturally restorative environment to which humans can retreat to escape the chaos and corrupting influences of civilization. In this poem, the speaker/Yeats yearns for the simplicity of nature, free of the extraneous distractions of city life or the superfluous habits, traditions, and daily routines of an increasingly fast-paced, modern world. The individual only wishes to "get away from it all." Even if he never leaves, he will have a spiritual escape. This is his saving grace; even if he can't get out of the city, he can envision the escape by willing himself to hear the lake water lap even while standing on the city pavement. Another appeal/implication is that one can never return to the past place of nostalgia and youth, but one can always have the mental escape and recollection of another time and place through imagination and reflection.
