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The Seedling (Poem - Paul Laurence Dunbar)

English · Kerala SSLC (Class 10) · Malayalam Medium · 16 questions and answers

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Q: Who wrote the poem 'The Seedling'?

A: Paul Laurence Dunbar, an African-American poet.

Q: To which unit does 'The Seedling' belong?

A: Unit 2 - 'Paths to Progress'.

Q: What is the central image of the poem?

A: A tiny seed that struggles up through the soil and grows into a strong plant.

Q: What does the seedling symbolise?

A: Human effort, growth and the struggle needed to achieve success in life.

Q: What is the central message of 'The Seedling'?

A: Just as a seed must struggle to grow, humans must work hard and persevere to succeed.

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