Correct option is B
Solution- The Correct Answer: B. A ride on its back
> In the poem, the Duck feels bored living in a nasty pond.
> It admires the Kangaroo’s ability to hop around the world freely.
> The Duck politely requests that the Kangaroo let it ride on its back so that it too can travel and see the world.
> This forms the humorous and imaginative theme of the poem.
Information Booster-
Poet: Edward Lear (known for nonsense verse).
Theme: Friendship, cooperation, and the desire to explore the world.
Poetic Device Used:
Humour and Nonsense Style (typical of Lear).
Rhyme and Rhythm create a playful tone.
Moral (hidden): Respectful requests, adjustments, and companionship make journeys enjoyable.
Additional Information-
Edward Lear’s Style:
> He is famous for nonsense literature like limericks and playful rhymes.
> Poems like The Owl and the Pussycat also show the same imaginative style.
Duck’s Politeness: Before making the request, the Duck shows courtesy and admiration, teaching children politeness in making demands.