Question 1

Who is the poet of the poem 'For Anne Gregory'?

Accepted Answer

The poet of the poem 'For Anne Gregory' is W.B. Yeats. He is a famous Irish poet and dramatist who explores themes of human love and beauty in this poem.

Question 2

What is the color of Anne Gregory's hair according to the poem?

Accepted Answer

According to the poem, Anne Gregory's hair color is honey-colored, which resembles the sweet and rich hue of natural honey.

Question 3

What does Anne Gregory wish to prove by dyeing her hair?

Accepted Answer

Anne Gregory wishes to prove that she is loved for who she is inside (her soul) and not for her physical beauty, such as her honey-colored hair.

Question 4

What colors can Anne dye her hair into?

Accepted Answer

Anne states that she can dye her hair into brown, black, or carrot, to show that young men can fall in love with her for her inner self.

Question 5

According to the old religious man, what can truly love us?

Accepted Answer

According to the old religious man, only God can truly love us for ourselves alone and not for our physical appearance or external beauty.

Poetry: For Anne Gregory — MP Board Class 10 English Important Questions & Revision Notes