KEEPING QUITE : Read the following extract ad answer the following: 1. “ Now we will count to twelve And we will all keep still. For once on the face of the Earth Let’s not speak in any language Let’s stop for one second And not move our arms so much.” i. How long does the poet want to stay still? Ans- The poet ask everyone to count to twelve and be still after the counting to do introspection. ii. Why does he ask us to keep still and not use any language? Ans- Too much activities and rush has only brought misfortunes to mankind. Hence it is better to be quiet and still. The poet urges everyone to break the barriers of language and unite with one tune, i.e. silence. The identity o...