What is the cause of turmoil in the author's mind in The Collar? Ans: The poet feels tired and angry because he thinks he has worked for God for many years, but has gained no reward.

“Have I no harvest but a thorn?” — In which poem do you notice this line? Ans: “The Collar” by George Herbert.

What kind of poem is The Collar? ✪✪✪ Ans: Religious poem.

How does the poet console himself in The Collar? ✪✪✪ Ans: The poet consoles himself when he hears God’s gentle voice calling him “My child.” This soft voice calms him.

How is Herbert reconciled with God? ✪✪✪ Ans: Herbert becomes calm and returns to God when he hears God call him lovingly. He answers, “My Lord.” This shows God’s kindness and love.

Why does the poet shout “No more!”?

Ans: He shouts “No more!” because he is frustrated with his strict religious life and wants freedom.

What does the poet mean by “I will abroad”?

Ans: He means he wants to leave his controlled life and live a free life.

Why does the poet feel his life is like a “cage”?

Ans: Because he feels restricted, unhappy, tired, and confused with his religious life. So, his life seems like a cage to him.

What does the word “harvest” mean in the poem?

Ans: It means the results or rewards of his hard work for God.

What do you understand by “no harvest but a thorn”?

Ans: The poet feels he has only pain and no reward from his religious life.

What do “wine” and “corn” symbolize?

Ans: They symbolize joy and blessings.

Why does the poet feel everything is “blasted” and “wasted”?

Ans: Because he believes his religious life has brought him no happiness.

What does “rope of sands” symbolize?

Ans: It symbolizes weak and false thoughts that control his life.

What does “tie up thy fears” mean?

Ans: It means he wants to stop being afraid and live freely.

Who calls the poet “Child”?

Ans: God calls him “Child.”

How does the poet feel when he hears God's voice?

Ans: He suddenly becomes calm, peaceful, and humble.

What does the poet reply after hearing God’s voice?

Ans: He replies, “My Lord.”

What change happens at the end of the poem?

Ans: The poet changes from wild anger to quiet acceptance.

What is the main conflict in the poem?

Ans: The conflict is between the poet’s desire for freedom and his duty to God.

Why is the poem called “The Collar”?

Ans: Because a collar controls someone, just like religion controls the poet.

What lesson does the poet learn at the end?

Ans: He learns that God is loving, and he should trust God instead of fighting.

What type of relationship is shown between the poet and God?

Ans: A loving relationship like a parent and child.

What is the message of the poem?

Ans: Even when we feel angry or lost, God’s gentle love can guide us back.