KARNATAKA TEXTBOOK SOCIETY
SUB. ENGLISH (SL)
CLASS - 5
PART - 2
Unit - 8:
Poetry - My Land
BY THOMAS
DAVIS:
Summary of the Poem:
The poem *My Land* by Thomas Davis celebrates the poet’s deep love and
admiration for his native land. He describes the land as rich, rare, and fair,
and praises its people for their bravery and unwavering hearts. Davis expresses
his willingness to sacrifice his life for the land, considering such an act as
divine. The land is portrayed as warm, bold, true, and dear, reflecting the
poet's strong patriotic feelings.
About the Poet:
Thomas Davis was an Irish
writer and nationalist, well known for his contributions to literature and for
promoting Irish identity and culture. His works often revolve around themes of
patriotism, love for the land, and the courage of its people. He is best
remembered for inspiring Irish pride and unity through his powerful words.
Glossary:
- Rare: Uncommon,
exceptional
- Fair: Beautiful,
attractive
- Waver: Hesitate, be
unsure
- Native land: The country
or land of one’s birth
- Lot: One's fortune or
fate
- Divine: God-like,
heavenly
- Bold: Courageous,
fearless
Comprehension Questions:
C1. Answer the following
questions:
1. How is the native land
described?
Ans. - The native land is described as rich, rare,
fresh, and fair.
2. How are the men and
women of this land?
Ans. - The men are brave, and the women’s hearts
never hesitate or waver.
3. Write a short paragraph
of five sentences on India - My Motherland.
Ans. - India is my motherland, a country full of
rich history and diverse culture. Its people are brave and united, always
standing strong in the face of challenges. The beauty of India's landscapes,
from its mountains to its rivers, fills my heart with pride. Our traditions and
values are a testament to our deep-rooted history. I am proud to be a part of
this great nation.
Activities:
A1. Write the opposites of
the following words:
1. Dull X Bright
2. Brave X Cowardly
3. Warm X Cold
4. Fearful X Fearless
5. Plenty X Scarcity
List of Opposite Words:
1. Rare X Common
2. Fair X Unattractive
3. Brave X Cowardly
4. Bold X Timid
5. Warm X Cold
6. Divine X Mortal
7. Fresh X Stale
List of Rhyming Words:
1. Land – Hand
2. Rare – Fair
3. Brave – Save
4. Cold – Bold
5. Divine – Mine
Extra One-Mark Questions with Answers for
Practice:
1. Who is the poet of the
poem "My Land"?
Ans. - Thomas Davis.
2. How does the poet
describe the native land?
Ans. - He describes it as rich, rare, fresh, and
fair.
3. What would the poet do
to save his land?
Ans. - The poet says he would freely die to save it.
4. How are the women’s
hearts in this land?
Ans. - The women’s hearts never waver.
5. What kind of land is
described in the poem?
Ans. - It is a warm, bold, true, and
old land.
6. What does the word
"divine" mean in the poem?
Ans. - It means god-like or heavenly.
7. What is the native land
called in the poem?
Ans. - The native land is called rare, fair, and
dear.
8. What does the poet think
of his fortune (lot)?
Ans. - The poet thinks his lot is divine.
9. How does the poet feel
about the land’s men and women?
Ans. - The poet feels they are brave and their hearts
never hesitate.
10. What is the recurring
theme of the poem?
Ans. - The theme of love and devotion to the native
land.