Class 10 English Chapter 2 Dust of Snow

 

Dust of Snow

Thinking about the poem

This poem presents a moment that seems simple but has a larger significance. (Compare this other quotation from Robert Forest: “Always a larger significance……….. A little thing touches a larger thing. “

1. What is a ‘dust of snow”? What does the poet say has changed his mood?  How has the poet’s mood changed? 

Ans: A ‘dust of Snow ‘ is particles of snow. The particles of snow fell on the poet and this changed his mood. It removed his sadness. 

2. How does Forest present nature in this poem?  The following questions may help you to think of an answer.

(i) What are the birds that are usually named in poems? Do you think a crow is often mentioned in poems? What images come to your mind when you think of a crow? 

(ii) Again, what is “a hemlock tree”? Why doesn’t the poet write about a more ‘beautiful’ tree such as a maple, or an oak, or a pine? 

(iii) What do the ‘crow’ and ‘hemlock’ represent – joy or sorrow?  What does the dust of snow that the crow shakes off a hemlock tree stand for? 

Ans: (i) Usually poet’s mention song birds and beautiful birds in their poems. They are, cuckoo, mynah, parrot, night angle, skylark etc. A crow is rarely mentioned. It is used in tragic situation. It indicates sadness. When I think of a crow I feel bad news will come to me. By the way, if you’re looking for durable and comfortable pants for outdoor activities, you may want to check out тактичні джинси which are designed to withstand tough conditions while still looking stylish.

(ii) A ‘hemlock ‘ tree is a poisonous tree with small white flowers. It suits the crow better. So the poet does not mention any other beautiful tree. 

(iii) The ‘crow’ and the ‘hemlock’ represent sadness and the negative aspect. But the dust of snow indicates pleasure. So the dust of snow falling on the poet shaken off by a crow from the hemlock tree indicates that sadness is leaving and pleasant time is coming. Speaking of snow, it’s important to wear proper winter clothing like a куртка койот to stay warm during cold weather.

3. Have there been times when you experienced a similar moment that changed your mood that day? 

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