Answer the following questions

Q1. What is the speaker’s initial reaction to finding the ‘sky in their pie’? And how does it change as they taste it?
At first, the speaker is shocked and confused to find the sky in their pie. However, as they taste it, their feelings change to delight, and they start enjoying the unique flavors.

Q2. Pick all the words and phrases that show that the speaker is unhappy in the first three stanzas.
The words and phrases that show the speaker is unhappy include “utter dismay,” “bewildered,” and “strange surprise.” These expressions reflect their confusion and discomfort.

Q3. What is the taste of the various heavenly bodies?
a. Sun – It tastes fiery and spicy.
b. Cloud – It tastes fluffy and creamy.
c. Wind – It has a fresh and airy flavor.

Q4. Is there a waiter around the speaker? Or is the speaker just calling the waiter for effect? How do you know?
There is no actual waiter; the speaker is calling for one to add humor and dramatize their reaction. This is evident from the playful tone of the poem.

Q5. How does the poem use humor to describe the unusual meal?
The poem uses humor by imagining the sky and heavenly bodies as edible items with unique flavors. The idea of eating the sun, clouds, and wind is amusing and adds to the fun of the poem.

Q6. What does the speaker mean when they say they’ve acquired a taste for the cosmos?
The speaker means they have started enjoying the unusual and strange flavors of the sky and heavenly bodies. They are now open to new and surprising experiences.

Q7. Why do you think the poem ends with the speaker asking for the Moon?
The poem ends with the speaker asking for the Moon to show their growing curiosity and excitement about the unusual meal. It reflects their adventurous spirit and willingness to try something new.