The poem is a playful and energetic depiction of a chase between the speaker and a cat. With a repetitive rhythm and rhyme, it evokes the cat's distinct behaviours and movements, making the reader feel as though this chase is happening in .......................................
Cat - Oxford Reading Circle - Class 7 - English
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Back Questions - Cat | Oxford Reading Circle | Class 7 Literature | English
How do we know that more than one animal is involved in the poem? Pick out some words that tell us this.
The main indication that more than one animal is involved in the poem is the use of the phrase "Wuff! Wuff!". 'Wuff' is typically a sound made by dogs, which implies that a dog is also involved in the chase or interaction with the cat. Further, the phrase "Treat her rough!" and the command "Git her, git her" suggests that the speaker is instructing another creature (possibly a dog, given the 'wuff' sound) to chase or engage with the cat.
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Who is speaking in the poem? And to whom are the words addressed?
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Unlock now 🔓Which words in the poem describe the cat? How are these words addressed?
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Unlock now 🔓Which instructions or orders in the poem are not directed to the cat?
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Unlock now 🔓What idea does the team ‘whiskery spitter’ convey to you? In what way is this term appropriate?
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Unlock now 🔓Which words are used in the poem for sounds? Make a list.
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Unlock now 🔓Which words in the poem have been chosen because they sound like or contain the letters of the word ‘cat’?
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Unlock now 🔓At the end of the poem, where does the cat go? How do we know the cat is safe?
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Unlock now 🔓Scritching the bark
Of the Sycamore-tree,
1. Who is performing this action?
2. What does the word ‘scritching’ suggest?
3. In what way is the sycamore-tree important to her? Give two reasons for its importance.
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Unlock now 🔓Make lists of the words in the poem that have similar sounds. (for example, catch/scratch.) Can you add words of your own to the lists?
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Unlock now 🔓When words or groups of words imitate the sound they are describing, we call this onomatopoeia (pron: on-a-man-a-peeya). For example: buzz and murmur describe sounds, but the words sound like those sounds! Can you find any onomatopoeic words in the poem?
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Cat
Cat!
Scat!
Atter her, atter her,
Sleeky flatterer,
Spitfire chatterer,
Scatter her, scatter her,
Off her mat!
Wuff!
Wuff!
Treat her rough!
Git her, git her.
Whiskery spitter!
Catch her, catch her,
Green-eyed scratcher!
What does the term "atter" refer to in the poem?
What does the term "sleeky" suggest about the cat's appearance?
Who or what is being referred to as a 'spitfire chatterer'?
Can you explain what the phrase "scatter her, off her mat" might mean?
What actions do the words 'git her, git her' command?
Cat
Cat!
Scat!
Atter her, atter her,
Sleeky flatterer,
Spitfire chatterer,
Scatter her, scatter her,
Off her mat!
Wuff!
Wuff!
Treat her rough!
Git her, git her.
Whiskery spitter!
Catch her, catch her,
Green-eyed scratcher!
What does the term "atter" refer to in the poem?
What does the term "sleeky" suggest about the cat's appearance?
Who or what is being referred to as a 'spitfire chatterer'?
Can you explain what the phrase "scatter her, off her mat" might mean?
What actions do the words 'git her, git her' command?
The term "atter" refers to the phrase "at her," suggesting that someone is pursuing or chasing the cat.
"Sleeky" suggests that the cat's appearance is smooth, shiny, and attractive.
A 'spitfire chatterer' refers to a cat who is portrayed as quick-tempered and talkative.
"Scatter her off her mat" might mean that the cat is being chased away from her comfortable place.
'Git her, git her' commands someone to chase or capture the cat.
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Cat
Cat!
Scat!
Atter her, atter her,
Sleeky flatterer,
Spitfire chatterer,
Scatter her, scatter her,
Off her mat!
Wuff!
Wuff!
Treat her rough!
Git her, git her.
Whiskery spitter!
Catch her, catch her,
Green-eyed scratcher!
The poem mentions "green-eyed scratcher". What does this phrase suggest about the cat's behavior and physical features?
What is the poem's tone and how does it change throughout the verses?
How does the use of sounds like "wuff" and "pfitts" enhance the poem?
The phrase “She’s reached her ark” uses a biblical allusion. What does this suggest about the cat?
What poetic device is being used when the poet repeats the term "wuff" and "pfitts"?
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Unlock now 🔓Back Exercises - Cat | Oxford Reading Circle | Class 7 Literature | English
Use these words in interesting sentences of your own.
higher and thither
slithering
hissing
chatterer
scattered
scat
As he climbed higher up the mountain, he couldn't help but look thither across the tranquil landscape.
The slithering snake smoothly slid through the sandy desert.
The hissing sound of the feral cat signaled danger nearby.
Being a chatterer in class, Alicia was often told to quiet down by her teachers.
Leaves were scattered around the park after a fierce windstorm.
The intruder was scared off by a sudden loud scat from the hidden speaker.
Explain the following in your own words, in relation to their use in the poem:
sleeky flattered
spitfire chatterer
whiskery spitter
run till you’re dithery
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salt
run
dirt
red
round
scratch
itch
dark
feather
pearl
mess
hole
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Unlock now 🔓Use each word in sentences of your own. Note the slight difference in meaning in each case.
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Unlock now 🔓The language in the poem very much resembles that of a cat and a dog. What kinds of noises would two other animals make? Work with a partner. Choose two animals and note down words you might associate with these animals. Share your finds with the others in class and learn about the animals and associated words they have chosen.
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About the Poet - Cat | Oxford Reading Circle | Class 7 Literature | English
Eleanor Farjeon, born on 13 February 1881 in London, was a British author, poet, and playwright. She came from a literary family, with her father Benjamin Farjeon, being a successful novelist. Eleanor began her writing career at a young age and went on to become a prolific and versatile writer.
Known for her whimsical and lyrical writing style, Farjeon published numerous children's books and poetry collections. Her best-known work, "Morning has Broken," was set to music and became a popular hymn. She also collaborated with composers such as Benjamin Britten and contributed lyrics to several of his compositions.
Throughout her career, Eleanor Farjeon received several awards and honours for her contributions to children's literature. In 1956, she was awarded the prestigious Carnegie Medal for her novel "The Little Bookroom." She continued to write and publish works until her death in 1965.
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Themes - Cat | Oxford Reading Circle | Class 7 Literature | English
Playfulness and Mischievousness:
The poem emphasizes the playful and mischievous nature of cats. Through the use of descriptive language such as "sleeky flatterer" and "spitfire chatterer," the poem....
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The poem "Cat" by Eleanor Farjeon does not contain explicit symbols. However, there are a few elements that can be interpreted metaphorically or symbolically:
1. Cat: While the portrayal of the cat in the poem mainly focuses on its playful and mischievous nature, it could be seen as a symbol....
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1. Rhyme: The poet uses rhyme to create a melody in the poem. For example, "Scatter her, scatter her, / Off her mat! / Wuff! / Wuff! / Treat her rough!"
2. Onomatopoeia: The use of words....
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Atter: at her
She smiled at her friend across the room.
Sleeky: (sleek) attractively smooth and shiny
The car's sleeky exterior gleamed in the sunlight.
Flatterer: one who compliments and praises somebody too much
The flatterer showered .........
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