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Word Meanings

queer strange or unusual

harness a set of straps and fittings by which a horse is fastened to a
cart, plow, etc., and is controlled by the driver

sweep a wide and smooth curve or movement
downy soft and fluffy, often referring to feathers or hair

deep having a great distance from the top or surface to the bottom

solace comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness
allure the quality of being attractive, fascinating, or enticing

enchanting charming, captivating, and magical

obligations duties or responsibilities that one is bound to fulfill

perseverance the act of persisting or continuing in a course of action despite
difficulties or obstacles

precipice a steep rock face or cliff

COMPREHENSION EXERCISES

A. Tick () the correct answer.

1. What is the speaker’s main reason for stopping in the woods?
(a) To watch the snowfall

(b) To rest and enjoy the quietness

(c) To visit a friend’s house
2. What season is described in the poem?

(a) Spring

(b) Summer
(c) Winter

3. Why does the speaker’s horse find it strange to stop in the woods?
(a) The horse is tired and wants to rest.

(b) The horse is scared of the woods.

(c) The horse is used to stopping in this spot.

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