CBSE Class 10 First Flight Book Poem 1 Dust of Snow Question Answers from previous years question papers (2019-2025)

 

Dust of Snow Previous Year Questions with Answers –  Question Answers from Previous years Board Exam Question papers provide valuable insights into how chapters are typically presented in exams. They are essential for preparing for the CBSE Board Exams, serving as a valuable resource.They can reveal the types of questions commonly asked and highlight the key concepts that require more attention. In this post, we have shared Previous Year Questions for Class 10 English Poem 1, “Dust of Snow”.

Questions from the Chapter in 2025 Board Exams

Q1. Read the following extracts and answer the questions:
The way a crow
Shook down on me
The dust of snow
From a hemlock tree
Has given my heart
A change of mood

(i) Fill the blank to complete the sentence.

Shaking down of dust of snow gave the speaker a change of heart by ____.

Ans. the crow

(ii) How does the interaction between the natural elements (crow, snow, hemlock tree) contribute to the speaker’s emotional transformation in the poem? Answer in about 40 words.

Ans. The crow is sitting on a snow-covered hemlock tree. As the poet stands under the tree, the crow flies off and shakes the branch which leads to dusting of the snow on the poet. This dust of snow transforms the poet’s mood.

(iii) ‘Dust of Snow’ is referred to as:

(A) mist

(B) dust of branches

(C) snow residue

(D) snowflakes

Ans. (C) snow residue

(iv) The crow and the hemlock tree represent _________.

1. sorrow

2. elation

3. hope

4. anxiety

5. enthusiasm

(A) 1 only

(B) 2, 3 and 5

(C) 4 only

(D) 1, 4 and 5

Ans. (A) 1 only

Q2. In the poem “Dust of Snow”, the ‘hemlock tree’ and the ‘crow’ hold specific meanings. Elaborate on how these symbols are utilized within the context of the poem. [40-50 words]

Ans. In the poem, the poet has used the hemlock tree and the crow as symbols of goodness. Traditionally, these two are considered omens of bad luck and death. However, the poet Robert Frost shows these two as good symbols which bring happiness in his life.

 

Questions which came in 2024 Board Exam

 

Q1. What mood of the poet is reflected in the poem ‘Dust of Snow’ initially? What images are used by the poet to bring about the effect? Comment. [2024, 40-50 words]

Ans. Initially, the poet is in a sad mood and he is regretful. The mention of the crow and the hemlock tree indicate gloom and sadness. Later, his mood becomes hopeful which shows the transformative power of nature.

 

Q2. It is our attitude towards a situation that makes it positive or negative. Do you agree with it? Express your views with reference to the poem, ‘Dust of Snow’. [2024, 40-50 words]

Ans. I agree with the statement. In the poem, we see how the symbols of sadness and despair the crow and the hemlock tree prove to be auspicious and bring a positive change in the poet’s mood. Thus, it is the poet’s attitude which considers these bad omens to be good for him.

 

2019 Exam Question and Answers from the chapter

 

Q1. Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow :

The way a crow

Shook down on me

The dust of snow

From a hemlock tree

Has given my heart

A change of mood. [2019]

 

(a) Name the poem and the poet.

Ans. Dust of Snow by Robert Frost

 

(b) What did the crow do to the hemlock tree?

Ans. The crow shook the tree as it flew off from it.

 

(c) What mood of the poet is conveyed here?

Ans. The poet was sad that day but later became happy.

 

(d) What did the crow and the hemlock symbolise?

Ans. Generally, they symbolize sadness. However, they turned out to be a good omen for the poet.

 

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