Q2- Say how an early budding flower becomes a messenger of happy days?
An early budding flower becomes a messenger of happy days by being the forerunner of a warmer season i.e. spring, which makes it blossom in the first place.
Q3- Who, according to the writer can make the best of the spring season?
According to the writer, a carefree mind which is free from the apprehensions so as to be able to cherish moments of pleasure, makes the best of the spring season.
Q4- Why are all animals glad at the approach of spring?
All animals are glad at the approach of spring due to the growth of the food, brought about by spring.
Q5- Suggest a title for the passage.
Gaiety of Nature: A Harbinger of Spring
Q1- Give the meanings of underlined words:
a- Annual Renovation: The yearly decoration of the world brought about by the spring season
b- Treasures of Nature: Beauty of nature, reflected in every being- living or non-living
c- Succeeding Season: The season to come, the next season i.e. Spring
d- Warm Situation: A warm weather having comparatively higher temperature
e- Grateful odours: Gratifying/satiating aromas
f- Clemency of weather: The softening/easing of weather, A mild/balmy weather
g- Air of gaiety: An atmosphere of happiness/cheerfulness/joviality.
h- Smile of nature: Happiness of nature characterized by blooming vegetation, joviality of animals and an air of happiness
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