Question

Read the given extract and answer the question given.

Belinda paled, and she cried Help! Help! But Mustard fled with a terrified yelp, Ink trickled down to the bottom of the household, And little mouse Blink strategically mouseholed.

1. Examine the portrayal of Blink in the given lines.  (2)
2. Complete the following suitably.   (1)
   The word ‘paled’ implies that Belinda ______.
   
3. What kind of picture is painted by the poet through the line, ‘Ink trickled down to the bottom of the household’?   (1)
4. What kind of atmosphere is created through these lines?   (1)
   1. Urgency
   2. Apprehension
   3. Uncertainty
   4. mystery
   5. Aggression
      Select the correct option
      
      1. 1 and 4
      2. Only 2
      3. 1, 2 and 3
      4. 4 and 5

Answer 1

1. Blink's retreat is portrayed as a calculated and swift movement to safety-the imagery of Blink ‘strategically’ mouse holing suggests a quick and calculated response to the perceived danger-highlighting Blink's instinctual survival skills in the face of adversity.
2. The word ‘paled’ implies that Belinda recognised that she was in a threatening situation/danger.
3. In this context, the picture painted is that of a slow and silent descent/a descent with Ink trying to avoid drawing attention to itself/Ink seeking safety in a cautious and inconspicuous manner
4. 1, 2 and 3