Chapter- 1 Water's for ...
Q: What is the main idea of the poem?
A: The poem celebrates water, showing its importance for daily life and fun activities.-
Q: According to the poem, what are some practical uses of water?
A: Washing, drinking, making tea, cleaning, shining a car, rinsing clothes, and watering plants. -
Q: How does the poet describe fun activities with water?
A: Paddling in puddles, squirting at family members, splashing, and mixing water with mud. -
Q: Why does the speaker think water games are enjoyable?
A: Because they are playful, refreshing, and create happy moments with family. -
Q: What question does the poet raise at the beginning of the poem?
A: “What would happen if water disappeared from the earth?” -
Q: How does the poet contrast adults’ view of water with children’s view?
A: Adults use water for chores, while children enjoy playful activities with water. -
Q: Name two family members mentioned in the poem.
A: Dad and sister (also mentions brothers). -
Q: What does the speaker enjoy doing to her sister?
A: Soaking her with water to make her mad. -
Q: How does the poet describe puddles and the sea?
A: Puddles are fun for paddling, but the sea is a special treat. -
Q: What does the speaker do with mud and water?
A: Mixes them to bake a pie.
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Q: What does “squirting” mean in the poem?
A: Spraying or shooting water, usually playfully. -
Q: What does “paddling in wellies” refer to?
A: Walking or splashing in water while wearing rubber boots. -
Q: What is meant by “catching a fly” with water?
A: Using water to trap or play with a fly; shows playful use of water. -
Q: Explain the meaning of “shining a car”.
A: Cleaning a car with water so it looks bright and clean. -
Q: What is the meaning of “bath or puddle, sleet or rain”?
A: Water can be found everywhere, in any form – for bathing, playing, or in weather. -
Q: What is the poet’s tone in the poem?
A: Joyful, playful, and appreciative of water. -
Q: Find a word in the poem that means “soiling or moving dirt”.
A: Shifting the dirt. -
Q: What does “spraying the dog” show about water usage?
A: Water can be used for fun, not just chores. -
Q: What is the difference between “bath” and “puddle” in the poem?
A: Bath is for cleaning, puddle is for playing. -
Q: What is the meaning of “sleet”?
A: A mix of rain and snow.
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Q: Give an example of rhyme in the poem.
A: “Feet/puddles are good but sea’s a treat.” -
Q: Identify a line that shows repetition.
A: “bath or puddle, sleet or rain, let’s all play a WATER game!” -
Q: Give an example of imagery from the poem.
A: “Mixing with mud to bake a pie” – creates a visual of playful mud pies. -
Q: What is personification in the poem? Give an example.
A: Giving human qualities to non-human things; e.g., “catching a fly” makes water interactive. -
Q: What sound device is used in “squirting at brothers, splashing Dad”?
A: Alliteration – repetition of initial consonant sounds (‘s’ in squirting and splashing). -
Q: How does the poet create a playful mood?
A: Through action words like paddling, squirting, splashing, and soaking. -
Q: Identify a metaphor in the poem, if any.
A: “Bath or puddle, sleet or rain, let’s all play a WATER game!” – life and play are compared to a game of water. -
Q: What is the effect of listing different activities with water?
A: It emphasizes water’s versatility and fun in daily life. -
Q: How does the poet make water sound magical?
A: By describing playful, imaginative uses like mixing with mud and catching a fly. -
Q: What is the central message of the poem?
A: Water is essential for life and fun; it should be appreciated, used responsibly, and enjoyed.
