(a) How does a thing of beauty remain a joy forever?

Question

Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow. 

A thing of beauty is a joy forever Its loveliness increases, it will never Pass into nothingness; but will keep A bower quiet for us and a sleep Full of sweet dreams and health and quiet breathing

(a) How does a thing of beauty remain a joy forever? 

(b) Mention any two sources of joy which a thing, of beauty provides to us. (All India 2008; Modified) 

(c) Explain, “never pass into nothingness.” 

(d) What is meant by‘bower’?

Answer 1

(a) A thing of beauty provides eternal and everlasting joy to us. Whenever we are in a pensive mood we can relive the joyful experience and happiness it gave us. 

(b) A thing of beauty gives us a quiet bower to rest peacefully, and a blissful sleep full of pleasant dreams. 

(c) The joy that a thing of beauty give us is eternal. It never loses its importance, but it only increases with time. 

(d) A ‘bower’ refers to a peaceful, quiet place under the shade of trees.