Fable

1.Who was Ralph Waldo Emerson?

Ralph Waldo Emerson was an American essayist, lecturer, and poet known for works like ‘Concord Hymn’
and ‘Brahma’.

2.Which two entities have a quarrel in the poem?

The mountain and the squirrel have a quarrel in the poem.

3.What is the title of one of Ralph Waldo Emerson’s famous poems mentioned in the passage?

One of Ralph Waldo Emerson’s famous poems mentioned is ‘Concord Hymn’.

4.What is the subject of the poem’s conversation between the mountain and the squirrel?

The conversation revolves around the individual reasons for existence, highlighting that every being,
regardless of size or nature, has its purpose.

5.What does the squirrel point out about beings in the world?

The squirrel points out that every being, big or small, living or non-living, has its individual reasons for
existence in the world.

6.What does the mountain call the squirrel in the poem?

The mountain calls the squirrel ‘Little Prig’ during their quarrel.

7.How does the squirrel respond to the mountain’s claim of being doubtlessly very big?

The squirrel responds by acknowledging the mountain’s size but highlighting the importance of various
elements like weather and different things in the world.

8.What does the squirrel think about its own place in the world compared to the mountain’s size?

The squirrel thinks it’s not a disgrace to occupy its place, emphasizing that although it’s smaller than the
mountain, it still has significance.

9.How does the squirrel view the talents and differences between itself and the mountain?

The squirrel acknowledges that talents differ and believes that all is well and wisely put regarding the
differences between itself and the mountain.

10.What analogy does the squirrel use to explain its acceptance of its own size?

The squirrel uses the analogy of not being as large as the mountain but pointing out that the mountain is
not as small as itself and not half as spry.

11.What does the squirrel say about the mountain’s ability to carry forests on its back?

The squirrel notes that if it cannot carry forests on its back, the mountain, in turn, cannot crack a nut.

12.What is the mountain’s response to the squirrel’s acknowledgment of differences?

The mountain replies by appreciating the squirrel’s acknowledgment and stating that talents differ,
implying acceptance of their respective roles.

13.What comparison does the squirrel make regarding size and spryness between itself and the
mountain?

The squirrel compares its size to the mountain, stating that although it’s not as large, the mountain is not
as small and not half as spry.

14.What does the squirrel admit about the mountain’s ability to make a pretty squirrel track?

The squirrel admits that the mountain can make a very pretty squirrel track, recognizing the diverse
capabilities of different beings.

15.What is the general attitude of the squirrel towards the differences between itself and the mountain?

The squirrel maintains a positive and accepting attitude towards the differences, asserting that all is well
and wisely put regarding the diversity of talents and roles.

16.What does the mountain say about the squirrel’s ability to crack a nut?

The mountain points out that if it cannot carry forests on its back, similarly, the squirrel cannot crack a
nut.

17.What conclusion does the poem draw about the capabilities of the mountain and the squirrel?

The poem concludes by highlighting the unique capabilities of each entity, emphasizing that talents
differ, and all have their place in the world.

18.What does the mountain acknowledge regarding its size in comparison to the squirrel?

The mountain acknowledges that it is larger than the squirrel but appreciates the squirrel’s
acknowledgment that talents differ.

19.How does the poem suggest a harmonious acceptance of differences between the mountain and the
squirrel?

The poem suggests a harmonious acceptance by portraying the mountain and the squirrel
acknowledging and respecting their differences in size and abilities.

20.What action does the squirrel take when the bell rings for the last period at 4:30?

When the bell rings for the last period at 4:30, Swami picks up his books and runs to the headmaster’s
room, hoping to deliver the letter.