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The Pulley — Flashcards

Maharashtra Board · Class 10 · English

25 flashcards for The Pulley (Maharashtra Board Class 10 English) to test yourself on key terms and facts. Sample: "What is the central idea.

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Central ideaAuthorPoetic formSymbolismBlessingsGod's decisionImageryVocabulary
Card 1Central idea

What is the central idea of The Pulley?

Answer

The poem shows God giving Man many blessings but withholding Rest. This keeps Man restless, so he turns back to God. The poem presents a two-way relationship: God blesses, and Man is expected to remai…

Card 2Author

Who is George Herbert?

Answer

George Herbert was a Welsh poet who lived from 1593 to 1633. He was also a priest by profession. His poems are religious and rich in imagery and conceits.

Card 3Poetic form

What type of poem is The Pulley?

Answer

It is a metaphysical poem. It uses a secular scientific image, the pulley, to explain a religious idea. This makes the poem thoughtful and imaginative.

Card 4Symbolism

What does the word pulley stand for in the poem?

Answer

The pulley stands for restlessness. God uses this restlessness like a force that draws Man back to Him.

Card 5Blessings

What blessings does God give to Man?

Answer

God gives strength, beauty, wisdom, honour, and pleasure. These are the blessings shown as being poured out on Man.

Card 6God's decision

Why does God pause when giving blessings?

Answer

God pauses when almost all the blessings are given out because only Rest remains. He notices that Rest is still left in the bottom of the glass.

Card 7Imagery

What does the glass of blessings suggest?

Answer

The glass of blessings suggests that God has a full store of gifts ready for Man. It shows that blessings are carefully chosen and given in abundance.

Card 8Vocabulary

What is the meaning of 'dispersed' and 'contract' in the poem?

Answer

'Dispersed' means scattered. 'Contract' means to collect together. God wants the world's riches, though scattered, to be gathered into Man's small span.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Pulley for Maharashtra Board Class 10 English?
Key topics in The Pulley include Poet and Poem at a Glance, Main Idea of the Poem, Stanza-wise Key Points, Themes. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Maharashtra Board Class 10 board exam.
How many flashcards are available for The Pulley?
There are 25 flashcards for The Pulley covering key definitions, facts and ideas. A few sample cards are shown on this page.
How should I revise The Pulley for the Maharashtra Board Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on The Pulley. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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