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Poem 04: You Start Dying Slowly
By Pablo Neruda
English II (C)
For Class XII (All Groups)
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
From Text Book Exercise
Read the poem carefully and choose the correct option:1. The poet implies by repeating the phrase "You start dying slowly" that...
(a) death is a gradual physical process
(b) emotional and spiritual stagnation leads to living death✔
(c) everyone will die eventually
(d) life is short, so enjoy it
2. According to the poet, one of the following actions causes a person to "die slowly": _____.
(a) traveling frequently
(b) avoiding routine activities
(c) failing to change habits✔
(d) seeking advice from others
3. What is the poet's view on passion, as described in the poem?
(a) Passion should be avoided
(b) Passion is unnecessary for a fulfilling life
(c) Passion, though turbulent, is essential to feeling alive✔
(d) Passion leads to heartbreak and regret
4. What might Neruda mean by "becoming a slave of your habits"?
(a) Being overly disciplined in life
(b) Following routines without question✔
(c) Living freely and exploring new ideas
(d) Working hard to achieve goals
5. What message does Neruda convey about self-esteem in the poem?
(a) Self-esteem is unimportant in living a full life
(b) Strong self-esteem leads to personal stagnation
(c) Low self-esteem can contribute to emotional decay✔
(d) Self-esteem only affects relationships, not personal growth
6. The poet's list of things to avoid is meant to:
(a) Judge people who do them
(b) Encourage conformity
(c) Inspire awareness and conscious living✔
(d) Provide a literal checklist
7. Which line best supports the idea of emotional courage?
(a) "When you kill your self-esteem"
(b) "If you avoid to feel passion"✔
(c) "If you become a slave of your habits"
(d) "When you do not let others help you"
More Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
8. According to the poem, what does one start dying slowly from?(a) Eating too much
(b) Not sleeping enough
(c) Avoiding change and growth
(d) Speaking too loudly
9. What is the poet's main message in the poem?
(a) Death is inevitable
-(b) A stagnant life is as good as death
(c) Travel is overrated
(d) Advice should never be followed
10. What emotion is highlighted as essential for feeling alive?
(a) Fear
(b) Sadness
(c) Passion✔
(d) Anger
11. What does the poet imply about daily routine?
(a) It gives structure to life
(b) It helps one stay disciplined
(c) It kills creativity if blindly followed✔
(d) It's the best way to avoid problems
12. What happens when you kill your self-esteem, according to the poem?
(a) You become fearless
(b) You start dying slowly✔
(c) You win respect
(d) You gain wisdom
13. What does the poet suggest about speaking to strangers?
(a) It's unsafe
(b) It's unnecessary
(c) Avoiding it is a form of slow death✔
(d) It should only happen when needed
14. What kind of life does the poet encourage?
(a) Quiet and reserved
(b) Logical and emotionless
(c) Predictable and careful
(d) Bold, passionate, and open to change✔
15. What is meant by "run away from sensible advice"?
(a) Don't listen to anyone
(b) Always break the rules
(c) Take risks and trust your dreams over safe choices✔
(d) Never follow experienced people
16. How does the poet describe a person who doesn't read or travel?
(a) Smart and safe
(b) Dying slowly✔
(c) Unaffected
(d) Always happy
17. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a reason for 'dying slowly'?
(a) Lack of change
(b) Not feeling emotions
(c) Losing money✔
(d) Ignoring dreams
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