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Ayushree

Asked: October 17, 2026In: Class 9 English

Read the following lines and answer the questions: The heart, a pilgrim upon earth, Finds often, when it needs, That words are of as little worth As just so many weeds. (i) Why has the poet referred to the heart as ‘a pilgrim’? (ii) When would a heart ‘need’ words? (iii) Complete the sentence with an appropriate reason: The words are like weeds because ___________.

(i) The poet refers to the heart as ‘a pilgrim’ because it journeys through earthly life seeking solace, genuine love and moral comfort amidst emotional trials and human vulnerabilities. (ii) A heart would need words during times of sorrow, grief, ...