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English Core · 2025 · 5 marks
CBSE 2025 · Region 2 · Set 1 · Q12
Kamala Das in 'Keeping Quiet' and Keats in 'A Thing of Beauty' depict nature as a source of inspiration and strength to man. Analyse both the poems…
Kamala Das in 'Keeping Quiet' and Keats in 'A Thing of Beauty' depict nature as a source of inspiration and strength to man. Analyse both the poems in terms of the above perspective.
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Keeping Quiet
Earth inspires Man to take a break for rejuvenation/ better life
gather strength from within himself to make a difference
end misunderstandings and start afresh for a better future
A Thing of Beauty
nature is an everlasting source of happiness
gives strength and inspiration to Man to face the struggles of life
nature removes the pall of darkness from our lives
things of beauty give solace to Man
wreathing a flowery band connects us with Earth
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CBSE Class 12 English Core past-paper question from the 2025board exam, with the answer as CBSE’s own marking scheme gives it. Where our answers come from.