1. How are the daffodils described in the poem "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud"? 2. In "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud " by William Wordsworth, what sensory images are used? 3. How does the poet's use of sound influence the mood of the poem? 4. What did the poet see at a glance in "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud"? 5. Why does the poet compare himself to a cloud?
Answer (1)
The daffodils are described as a "crowd" or "host" of golden flowers. They are "fluttering and dancing in the breeze," and they seem happy and lively. They are also compared to stars, shining and twinkling in the sky, and are described as being in a "never-ending line."The poem uses sensory images like sight and sound. You can see the golden daffodils "fluttering and dancing," and you can imagine the spar˚kling waves on the water beside them. The poet also describes the daffodils as shining and twinkling like stars, which helps create a clear picture in your mind.The poet uses words like "fluttering," "dancing," and "sprightly dance" to create a happy and light mood. These sounds make the reader feel cheerful, just like how the poet felt when he saw the daffodils. The overall mood is joyful and peaceful.The poet compares himself to a cloud because, at the beginning of the poem, he felt lonely and disconnected, just like a cloud floating alone in the sky. But when he saw the daffodils, it made him feel happier and more connected to nature.
