Rickshaw Ride: Summary & Exercise [Transportation & Communication] - NEB English Class 9 Exercise

Rickshaw Ride: Summary & Exercise [Transportation & Communication] - NEB English Class 9 Exercise

Introduction to the Poem T he poem "Rickshaw Ride" by John Hill is based on the poet's experience of riding a rickshaw in Hong Kong. The poem portrays the poor condition of the people in China who have to work hard for their survival. The poet starts by describing the old rickshaw puller, who is standing by the harbour spitting into the water. The poet compares the old man's physical appearance to the country of China, as both are old. In the second stanza, the poet describes the rickshaw puller's weak and thin appearance, comparing his wrinkled face to a sandbar at low tide. The poet highlights the old man's hard labour and lack of happiness despite earning a dollar. In the third stanza, the poet observes the old man's muscles and veins while he pulls the rickshaw up a hill. The poet expresses concern for the old man's health and well-being. In the last stanza, the poet reflects on the experience of the rickshaw ride, which he found to be terrible due …