1. (i) "Beneath all uniforms..." What uniforms do you think the poet is speaking about?
Answer:- The poet is referring to the military uniforms worn by soldiers of different countries. These uniforms may be different, but beneath them all human beings have the same body, feelings, and emotions.
1. (ii) How does the poet suggest that all people on earth are the same?
Answer:- The poet says that all people breathe the same air, live on the same earth, and depend on the same sun, air, and water. They work hard, love their families, feel happiness and pain, and finally return to the same earth after death.
2. In stanza 1, find five ways in which we all are alike. Pick out the words.
Answer:- The five ways in which all human beings are alike are:
A single body breathes
Earth
Sun
Air
Water
These words show that all people share the same basic needs and live under the same natural conditions.
3. How many common features can you find in stanza 2? Pick out the words.
Answer:- The common features mentioned in stanza 2 are:
Hands
Eyes
Sleep
Wake
Strength
Love
Common life
These words show that people everywhere have similar physical features, emotions, and ways of living.
4. "...whenever we are told to hate our brothers..." When do you think this happens? Why? Who 'tells' us? Should we do as we are told at such times? What does the poet say?
Answer:- This happens during wars, conflicts, or when people are influenced by hatred based on nationality, religion, race, or politics. Leaders, governments, or people with selfish interests may encourage such hatred.
The poet advises us not to follow such messages. He says that all human beings are our brothers, and by hating or fighting them, we only harm ourselves and the whole of humanity. The poem encourages us to choose peace, love, and unity instead of hatred.
