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How does the poet speak to the wind - in anger or with humour? You must also have seen or heard of the wind “Crumbling lives.” What is your response to this? Is it like the poet’s?

The poet speaks to the wind in anger. It is certainly true that wind symbolizes intense devastation of life and property, destroying houses, means of livelihood, trees and causing immense damage to human lives. Yet, I do not agree with poet whole-heartedly as every situation has its pros and cons. If the wind is the cause of damage and destruction on one hand, it is also the creator of the cool breeze and the soothing effect in the weather.

NOTE- The last part of this question is the reader’s response which can be different from the one given in this answer. Students can express their opinions accordingly.


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