My Shadow: Understanding Poems for Class 2 

This Class 2 poem comprehension worksheet introduces children to Robert Louis Stevenson’s delightful poem “My Shadow.” The poem describes how a child observes their shadow following, imitating, and surprising them in different ways. Through simple language and vivid imagination, young learners explore movement, light, and curiosity while strengthening reading comprehension.

Why Understanding Poems Matters in Grammar? 

Poems help children appreciate rhythm, imagination, and descriptive language. For Class 2 learners, this topic is important because: 
1. It builds vocabulary through expressive words. 
2. It encourages children to interpret feelings and actions. 
3. It strengthens understanding of rhyme, imagery, and comparison. 
4. It helps learners read between the lines and think creatively.
 

What’s Inside This Worksheet? 

Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Questions 
Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions 
Exercise 3 – Thinking Questions
 

Answer Key (For Parents & Educators)

Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Option 
1. b 
2. a 
3. c 

Exercise 2 – Short Answers 
1. The shadow follows the child everywhere. 
2. It grows large or small depending on light. 
3. It sticks close to the child.

Exercise 3 – Extended Thinking 
1. Shadows change with light and time of day. 
2. Answers will vary. 
3. The poem shows curiosity and observation. 
4. Synonym for “funny” – amusing.

Let your child explore imagination and observation with this joyful poem worksheet. 

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