12th English Poems Important Question answer My Mother at Sixty Six

Q. 1. Why are the young trees described as 'sprinting'?

Ans. The young trees are described as 'sprinting' because they are full of strength and they seem to be running because the poetess is driving.

Q. 2. Why has the mother been compared to the 'late winter's moon'?

Ans. She was compared to the 'late winter's moon' because the late winter's moon is calm and vague with a dim lustre. It loses its power and brightness.

Q. 3. What was the poet's childhood fear ?

Ans. The poet felt that her mother would leave her one day. It is a fear of insecurity that every child feels when its mother is not around.

Q. 4 . Explain the Theme or Central idea of the poem my mother at sixty six?

Ans:- The Theme of the poem are ageing, nostalgia, loss and separation, as well as the deep love and affection between a mother and daughter. Poem also depicts the helplessness and aspirations of the young generation. It portrays the different stages of life and how everybody grows old and faces various situations that life throws at them