Class 9th Eng. Poem -7 The Duck And The Kangaroo NCERT/CBSE Based Question and answer, Theme Message Literary devices

Poem-7

The Duck and the Kangaroo by -Edward Lear

Introduction of the Poet

Edward Lear (May 12, 1812-January 29, 1888) was an English artist, illustrator, author and poet. He is best known for his literary nonsense in poetry and prose. He began his career as an artist at the age of 15.

He composed his first book of poems in 1864 which helped popularize the form and the genre of literary nonsense. In 1871, he published Nonsense Songs, which included his most famous nonsense song. The Owl and the Pussycat. His nonsense books were quite popular during his lifetime. A Book of Nonsense in 1864 helped populanse the form and the genre of literary nonsense. He wrote many fantastical poems about imaginary creatures like The Dong With a Luminous Nose.

A Brief Note of the Poem

Once there lived a Duck and a Kangaroo. One day the Duck told the Kangaroo that he kept hopping over the fields and water and led an adventurous life whereas she had to remain in the pond all the time and lead a boring life. She wanted to hop like him and see the world beyond that pond.

The Duck requested the Kangaroo to take her for a ride on his back. She promised that she would sit still and say nothing but 'quack'. Thus, she wanted to visit distant lands in the company of the Kangaroo. The Kangaroo thought over it. He thought that if he helped the duck, it might bring him some good luck. But he was afraid that the Duck's cold and wet feet might make him ill.

At this, the Duck said that she too had thought over it and bought four pairs of woollen socks and a cloak to save herself from the cold. She also said that she would smoke a cigar every day.

At this, the Kangaroo agreed to give the Duck a ride on his back. However, he advised the Duck to sit steady at the end of his tail to help him balance well. Then the Duck and the Kangaroo went hopping and bouncing in the dim moonlight. They went around the world three times. Both of them were happy beyond measure

Title, Theme, Message

Q1. Explain the title of the poem 'The Duck and the Kangaroo'.

Ans. The title of the poem, consisting of names of two creatures, gives the impression that the poem clearly revolves around them. The story of the Duck and the Kangaroo is narrated through conversation between them. Hence, the title 'The Duck and the Kangaroo' is apt.

Q2. Discuss the theme of the poem 'The Duck and the Kangaroo'.

Ans. The poem revolves around the themes of adventure and cooperation. A dull lifestyle makes life uninteresting and monotonous. Therefore, adventure is needed to make life interesting. The poem also has the theme of comradeship between friends who help bring happiness in each other's lives.

Q3.What message does the poem convey to its readers?

Ans. The poem gives the message that true admiration of other's abilities and politeness in behavior win you friends. It makes the other person feel important. Manners of communication and consideration of other's feelings are those qualities which can make a person likable, gentle and successful.

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