8th Class English Notes (Unit 5.3) I'll Tell You How the Sun Rose

This is Text-3, and a sub-section of chapter #5 “Fiction and Poetry“ in the 8th class English book. It provides students with 8th Class English Notes of Unit 5.3 titled “I’ll Tell You How the Sun Rose”.

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8th Class English Notes (Unit 5.3) I’ll Tell You How the Sun Rose

The poem describes the beauty and wonder of a sunrise. Through vivid imagery and lyrical language, the poet captures the power of sun which symbolises a sense of hope and renewal for all of us.

Read the poem carefully and complete the given activities.

Urdu Translation of the Poem “I’ll Tell You How the Sun Rose”

میں آپ کو بتاؤں گا کہ سورج کیسے طلوع ہوا۔

میں آپ کو بتاتا ہوں کہ سورج کیسے طلوع ہوا-

ایک وقت میں ایک ربن –

اسٹیپلز ایمتھسٹ میں تیرے-

خبریں گلہریوں کی طرح بھاگی

پہاڑیوں نے اپنے بونٹ کھولے –

بوبولنکس شروع ہو گئے –

پھر میں نے اپنے آپ سے نرمی سے کہا-

“وہ سورج ہی رہا ہوگا”!

لیکن اس نے کیسے سیٹ کیا – میں نہیں جانتا –

ایک جامنی رنگ کا انداز لگتا تھا۔

وہ چھوٹے پیلے لڑکے اور لڑکیاں

ہر وقت چڑھ رہے تھے–

یہاں تک کہ جب وہ دوسری طرف پہنچے۔

گرے میں ڈومینی-

شام کی سلاخوں کو آہستہ سے رکھیں –

اور ریوڑ کو دور لے گیا-

CS کیم سکینر کے ساتھ سکین کیا گیا۔

(بذریعہ: ایملی ڈکنسن)

Exercise

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate word from the poem.

Solved Exercise:

1. The rise of the Sun was breathtaking as it slowly rose.

2. The birds, known as Bobolinks, started singing as the Sun appeared.

3. The children climbed the stile to reach the other side.

4. The poet was in a wonder setting when she witnessed the Sun.

Exercise

1. What is the poet describing in this poem?

a) The rising and setting of the sun
b) Children playing in the park
c) Birds flying in the sky
d) The beauty of a garden

2. According to the poem, how does the Sun rise?

a) In one quick motion
b) Gradually, like a ribbon unfolding
c) Suddenly, like a burst of light
d) With the sound of squirrels running

3. What do the Hills do when the Sun rises?

a) They untie their bonnets
b) They swim in amethyst
c) They begin singing
d) They run like squirrels

4. What does the poet say to herself when she sees the Sunrise?

a) “That must have been the Moon!”
b) “That must have been a dream!”
c) “That must have been the Sun!”
d) “That must have been a rainbow!”

Exercise

a) Identify metaphors in the poem by finding sentences that compare two things. Rewrite the sentences in your notebook.

Answers

Metaphors compare two things without using “like” or “as.” Here are the metaphors found in the poem:

1. “The Steeples swam in Amethyst”

Comparison: The steeples are compared to swimmers in amethyst-colored water, emphasizing the blending of the steeples with the purple dawn light.

2. “The Hills untied their Bonnets”

Comparison: The hills are personified as if they are wearing bonnets, suggesting the unveiling of the landscape as the sun rises.

3. “A Dominie in Gray / Put gently up the evening Bars / And led the flock away”

Comparison: The sunset is compared to a preacher in gray closing the day and leading it away like a shepherd with a flock, symbolizing the end of the day and the coming of night.

b) Find the Alliteration:

Identify examples of alliteration in the poem. Write down the lines that contain alliteration and underline the repeated consonant sounds.

Answers

Alliteration is the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words. Here are examples from the poem:

1. “The Steeples swam in Amethyst-“

Alliteration: Steeples swam

2. “The news, like Squirrels, ran-“

Alliteration: Squirrels swam

3. “The Bobolinks begun -“

Alliteration: Bobolinks begun

c) Create Your Own Metaphors:

Write three original metaphors inspired by the theme of nature.
Explain the comparison being made in each metaphor and how it enhances the imagery.

Answers

1. The sky was a canvas painted with the hues of dawn.

Comparison: The sky is compared to a canvas, with the colors of dawn as the paint, enhancing the imagery of a beautiful and artistic sunrise.

2. The river was a silver serpent winding through the valley.

Comparison: The river is compared to a serpent, suggesting its winding, sinuous path and the shimmering quality of its water.

3. The forest was a cathedral of towering pines.

Comparison: The forest is compared to a cathedral, highlighting the majestic and awe-inspiring height of the trees, creating a sense of reverence for nature.

d) Write a Poem with Alliteration

Answer

Morning’s Melody

Whispering winds wake the woods,

Golden glimmers greet the ground,

Softly singing, sparrows soar,

Dew drops dance on daisy crowns.

Exercise

Write a four line poem that contains alliteration. Ensure that the alliteration creates a musical and rhythmic effect. Share your poem with the class and explain the impact of alliteration on the overall poem.

Answer

A Four-Line Poem with Alliteration

Bright Blossoms

Blossoms bloom by the brook,

Bees buzz, birds sing,

Bright butterflies bounce,

Spring brings sweet sights.

Explanation of the Impact of Alliteration

Alliteration in this simpler poem uses the repetition of the “b” sound to create a rhythmic and musical effect. This repetition emphasizes the lively and vibrant scene of nature in spring.

The alliteration ties the images together, making the poem more engaging and easier to remember, while enhancing the overall imagery of a bright and bustling spring day.

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