1. Usually storms are formed in the deep sea. What precaution have the sailors got to take before voyage?
Ans.: Before setting out on a voyage, sailors have to make sure that the ship is strong enough to withstand any storm at sea. They have to be well stocked with food and water. They need lifesaving jackets and are sturdy swimmers.
2. When the captain shouted. ‘We are lost’. How did his daughter react?
Ans.: His daughter held his hand and gently asked if God protected us on land would he not protect us when they are on the ocean.
3. The speaker and his crew-mates sat in darkness and prayed. What did they hear?
Ans.: They heard the storm raging at sea, then the sailors sat in the darkness and prayed; the captain staggered down the stairs and shouted ‘we are lost’.
4. The crew mates kissed the maiden and spoke in better cheers. What made them feel cheerful?
Ans.: The little girl asked her father if God protected them on land. Would he not protect them on the sea? Her faith in God brought hope to the sailors and they kissed her in joy.
5. ‘A ship is always safe at the shore, but it was not built for that’ what does this mean?
Ans.: A ship is built to take people and goods across the seas. If it just stays on the shore it will no doubt be unharmed, but would be of no use to anyone.
6. ‘Tis a fearful thing in winter. What is referred to as a fearful thing in winter?
Ans.: To be caught in a fierce storm at sea in winter is the fearful thing.
7. What would be the condition in the deep sea during winter on the sea?
Ans.: The winds would be icy cold and the water too would be freezing.
8. The poet uses the phrase ‘the hungry sea’. What can the reader imagine from this?
Ans.: The poet personifies the sea hungry because when the storm is very severe, the huge waves will drown the ship and sailors as if the sea is very hungry.
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