NCERT Solutions for Class 10 English First Flight Book Poem 2 Fire and Ice Important Questions
Here are the Fire and Ice important questions of 1, 2, 3 and 5 Marks for CBSE Class 10 English First Flight Book Poem 2. The important questions we have compiled will help the students to brush up on their knowledge about the subject. Students can practiceClass 10 English important questions to understand the subject better and improve their performance in the board exam. The solutions provided here will also give students an idea about how to write the answers. Take Free Online MCQ Test for Class 10
Fire and Ice Important Question for CBSE Class 10 English Flamingo Book Poem 2
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Fire and Ice Class 10 English 1 Marks MCQs
Some say the world will end in fire,
Some say in ice.
From what I’ve tasted of desire
I hold with those who favor fire.
But if it had to perish twice,
I think I know enough of hate
To say that for destruction ice
Is also great
And would suffice.
1. Choose the CORRECT statement about the given poem.
a) Fire and ice are images—they help the readers visualise the power of nature over man.
b) Fire and ice are symbols—not of natural disasters, but of humanity’s ability to create disasters of its own.
c) Fire and ice are elements—not of Nature but man-made and possess the ability to create havoc for mankind.
d) Fire and ice are agents—they change the thinking of mankind from negative to positive and bring harmony
Ans – b) Fire and ice are symbols—not of natural disasters, but of humanity’s ability to create disasters of its own.
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2. Select the option that correctly classifies the connotations for fire and ice, as suggested in the poem.
(1) rage
(2) violence
(3) indifference
(4) hate
(5) greed
a) Fire- 3,4; Ice- 1,2,5
b) Fire- 2, 5; Ice-1,3,4
c) Fire-1,3,5; Ice- 2, 4
d) Fire- 1,2,4; Ice- 3,5
Ans – d) Fire- 1,2,4; Ice- 3,5
3. The poem is a _________, put across by the poet.
a) powerful warning
b) heart-felt apology
c) earnest appeal
d) vengeful threat
Ans – a) powerful warning
4. The poet uses the phrasal verb -hold with. Choose the option that DOES NOT indicate a valid phrasal verb.
a) option 1
b) option 2
c) option 3
d) option 4
Ans – d) option 4
5. Pick the option that is NOT TRUE about the poet according to the extract.
The poet
a) is inclined to believe that the world would most likely end with fire.
b) has heard divided opinions about the way the world would end in all likelihood.
c) preaches love and kindness to combat the spread of hate among all.
d) declares the power of ice to be as destructive as that of fire.
Ans – c) preaches love and kindness to combat the spread of hate among all.
6. Identify the most likely tone of the poet in the lines- ‘To say that for destruction ice/Is also great’.
a) sarcastic
b) serious
c) amused
d) celebratory
Ans – a) sarcastic
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Fire and Ice Class 10 English 2 Marks Questions (20 to 30 words)
1. “Fire and Ice” was first published in 1920. Briefly explain how the WW I might have influenced the theme of the poem.
Ans. – World war I was the first global war. There was destruction over all the continents. Perhaps this was the reason behind the poem “Fire and Ice” where the poet elaborates on the causes that could have led to the end of the world. He says that either greed or hatred can destroy the world. Both these factors were present in the warring factions in the first world war.
2. Create a tagline / slogan / catchphrase for the poem.
Ans. – Greed and hatred – the two most powerful weapons of destruction.
Fire and Ice Class 10 English 3 Marks Questions (40 to 50 words)
1. The tone of the speaker contrasts with the seriousness of the subject matter. Justify.
Ans. – The subject matter of the poem is the end of the world which is a serious issue. No one would want this to happen. However, the poet uses words like “I hold with those who
favor fire” which show that he wants the world to end. His words “To say that for destruction ice Is also great” are sarcastic in nature. He says that ice is great for destruction, however, he does not want this to happen.
2. Fire and Ice projects a pessimistic outlook. Comment.
Ans. – The poem talks about the end of the world. This theme is a negative one as it talks of destruction. The poet says that both fire which represents greed and ice which stands for hatred, can destroy the world. Thus, it makes the reader sad because no one wants the world to get destroyed.
3. Evaluate the line- Some say the world will end in fire/Some say in ice- in the context of volcanic eruptions, forest fires, meteor collisions, melting ice caps, etc.
Ans. – This line from the poem is justified by the examples given. The forces of nature can also cause a similar impact on the world. Calamities due to heat like volcanoes, forest fires and meteor collisions can burn everything. On the other hand, melting of ice caps can also increase the sea level and cause submergence which will ultimately lead to end of the world.
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Fire and Ice Class 10 English 5 Marks Questions (100 to 120 words)
1. Imagine that Nelson Mandela read ‘Fire and Ice’. As Mandela, write a diary entry associating the impact of the troubled history of South Africa with the idea expressed in the poem.
You may begin like this:
10 May 1994, Tuesday 10 p.m.
Today, when I am the President of South Africa, I can’t help recalling Robert Frost’s ‘Fire and Ice’ …………………(continue)………
Ans – 10 May 1994, Tuesday 10 p.m.
Today, when I am the President of South Africa, I can’t help recalling Robert Frost’s ‘Fire and Ice’.
My countrymen faced oppression and adversities caused by both desire and hatred. We have been the victims of such cruelty. The people of South Africa spent fifty years in the struggle against discrimination based on the colour of skin. Today, when we have gained freedom, it is like our world has gained life. Till now we were dead because our freedom had been snatched away from us. I agree with Robert Frost’s view that both Fire and Ice can destroy the world. However, I feel that ice is stronger than fire, hatred can cause much more destruction as compared to greed.
2. Most of your classmates, like Frost, feel that man’s greed and rage or hate, would lead the world to its destruction.
You feel that the ‘fire and ice’ in Mankind can be addressed to create a harmonious world.
Write a speech, for your classmates, expressing your beliefs with respect to the poem.
Ans – I don’t support the pessimistic view presented in the poem. Fire and ice represent desires and indifference. Both these elements are necessary for the growth and development of humanity. Desires and wants are the driving force behind so many inventions which eventually improve our lifestyles. Man works to fulfil his desires and so, desire is an essential part of human life. Also, indifference leads to competitive spirit which drives us to excel in our field of work. This brings out the best in all of us.
As we know that excess of everything is bad, so is the case with both these elements also. However, we need everything in moderation to live a well balanced life. Thus, we can conclude that fire and ice are beneficial elements of human survival unless they are explored beyond a certain level.
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