CTET PAPER I 2018 · PYQ · Poetry Comprehension · medium
Through the phrase 'as if bereav'd of light', the poet hints at—
A.low self-esteem of the child
B.lack of hope for the future
C.colour of the boy
D.All of the above✓ Correct
Explanation
The phrase 'as if bereav'd of light' suggests the child's dark colour (literally bereaved of light), his low self-esteem (feeling deprived compared to the white English child), and a sense of hopelessness about his situation. All three interpretations are valid.
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