A Tiger in the Zoo Notes Poem 2 English Class 10

Notes For All Chapters English First Flight Poems Class 10 CBSE

About the Poem

• The poem shows a contrast between:
  • A tiger locked in a zoo.
  • A tiger living freely in the wild.
• It highlights the suffering of a caged animal and the freedom and power of a tiger in its natural habitat.

Summary of Stanzas

1. First Stanza – Tiger in the Zoo
   • The tiger walks in his cage with vivid stripes.
   • Moves silently on velvet pads.
   • He is angry but quiet – called “quiet rage”.
2. Second Stanza – Tiger in the Jungle
   • Should be hiding in shadows.
   • Moving through long grass near a water hole.
   • Waiting for plump deer to pass.
3. Third Stanza – Tiger at the Jungle’s Edge
   • Should be roaring near houses.
   • Showing white fangs and sharp claws.
   • Spreading fear among villagers.
4. Fourth Stanza – Back to Zoo
   • Locked in a concrete cell.
   • His power is wasted behind bars.
   • He keeps pacing and ignores visitors.
5. Fifth Stanza – Tiger’s Night
   • Listens to last human voices and patrolling cars.
   • Stares at the brilliant stars with his brilliant eyes.