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Rain On The Roof

The poem 'Rain on the Roof' explores the theme of solace found in the sound of rain, which evokes fond memories of the poet's mother and brings him happiness. Initially filled with gloom at the darkening sky, the poet finds comfort in the rhythmic patter of raindrops, which inspires dreams and nostalgia. The setting depicts the poet lying snug in bed, contrasting his joyful mood with the somber atmosphere of the rain outside.

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Rain On The Roof

The poem 'Rain on the Roof' explores the theme of solace found in the sound of rain, which evokes fond memories of the poet's mother and brings him happiness. Initially filled with gloom at the darkening sky, the poet finds comfort in the rhythmic patter of raindrops, which inspires dreams and nostalgia. The setting depicts the poet lying snug in bed, contrasting his joyful mood with the somber atmosphere of the rain outside.

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Rain on the roof

Question 1. Write the central theme of the poem ‘Rain on the Roof.

Answer

The central idea or theme of the poem “Rain on the Roof’ is that the pattering of the rain on
the roof gives the poet solace and he is lost in many fancies. He dreams of his mother, who
loved him dearly. The rain provides him with great happiness.

Question 2. Why does the poet call the sound of the rain as “refrain”?

Answer

A refrain is a line repeatedly used in a song or a poem. The drops of rain produce a piece of
distinct and continuous music by way of their pattering. This repetitive sound of the rain is
called ‘refrain’ by the poet.

Question 3. What does the poet like to do when it rains?

Answer

When it rains the poet like to keep lying in his cosy bed and enjoy listening to the patter of
soft raindrops.

Question 4. Do you think the poet enjoys the rain?

Answer

At first when the clouds gather and rain starts, the poet is filled with dismay and gloom at the
gathering darkness. His mood is somber. However, the patter of the raindrops on the
shingles soon soothes him and his mind is filled with imaginings and fond memories of his
mother.

Question 5. How is the movement before rain described in the poem?

Answer

Before the rain, the dark wet shadows of clouds come over the sky. The stars seem to be
turned into big spheres and covered under these clouds. Suddenly it starts raining.
Question 6. What is a ‘bliss’ for the poet in the poem ‘Rain on the Roof?

Answer

The poet thinks it is blissful to lie in his cozy bed with his head on the pillow and listen to the
sound of rain falling on the shingles of the roof. He enjoys the music of nature which arouses
fantasies and memories in his mind.

Question 7. Describe the weather just before the rain starts.

Answer

As described by the poet, the weather before the rain is humid. It is dark, and the starry night
sky is covered by thick clouds just before it begins to rain.

Question 8. What is the setting of the poem?

Answer

The poet is lying comfortably snug in his bed with his head pressed against the pillow, in a
room in his cottage listening to the patter of the soft rain as it falls on the shingles of the roof.

Question 9. How is the mood of the poet contrasted with the mood of darkness?

Answer

Whereas the darkness is in a sad and gloomy mood, the poet is in a happy mood as he
considers it bliss to lie comfortably in bed pressing the head against the pillow and listening
to the music made by the showers of the rain.

Question 10. How old do you think the poet is? Justify your answer.

Answer

The poet is a young man. He remembers his mother looking down at him and his siblings,
who are sleeping in their room, long ago. The poet’s mother also is no longer alive as he
says she lives on in his memories.

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