The Solitary Reaper – MCQs & Summary

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: June 5, 2025

Summary:

“The Solitary Reaper” by William Wordsworth is a lyric poem that describes a beautiful yet melancholic scene of a young woman singing while she reaps grain in the Scottish Highlands. The poet, captivated by the sweetness of her song, compares it to the melodies of a nightingale and a cuckoo, stating that her voice surpasses them in beauty. Although he does not understand the language of her song, he feels its deep emotional power. The song lingers in his memory even after he has left, emphasizing the lasting impact of art and nature’s simple moments. The poem explores themes of solitude, nature, and the transcendental power of music.

Question Answer
Poem Name The Solitary Reaper
Poet William Wordsworth
Year Written 1805
Year Published 1807
Poem Type Lyric Poem
Themes The power of music, solitude, nature’s beauty
Rhyme Scheme ABCB
Tone Melancholic yet appreciative
Key Imagery A solitary woman singing in the fields, the Highland scenery
Literary Devices Imagery, alliteration, metaphor, symbolism
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1. : Who is the poet of The Solitary Reaper?



2. : Where is the solitary reaper singing?



3. : What does the poet compare the reaper’s song to?



4. : What is the solitary reaper doing in the poem?



5. : What effect does the reaper’s song have on the poet?



6. : How does the poet describe the reaper’s song?



7. : What does the poet say about the meaning of the song?



8. : What is a major theme of the poem?



9. : What happens to the song in the poet’s mind?



10. : What is the tone of the poem?



 

The Solitary Reaper
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