NCERT Class 5 English Marigold: Chapter 4 — Crying
This chapter, titled 'Crying,' is a short, evocative poem from the NCERT Class 5 English Marigold textbook. It explores the idea of crying not just a little, but until one feels completely relieved. The poem suggests that after a good cry, one can move on to joy, symbolized by jumping in the shower and singing happily. It humorously suggests that happiness was hidden in the last tear shed. The poem, by Galway Kinnell, encourages embracing emotions and finding subsequent joy. This chapter helps students understand poetic expression and the cathartic nature of emotions within the CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 5 |
| Subject | English |
| Book | Marigold |
| Chapter | Chapter 4 — Crying |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 34 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the poem's theme of emotional release.
- Appreciate the use of imagery and humor in poetry.
- Connect personal experiences of sadness and happiness.
- Develop reading comprehension skills for poetic texts.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| soaked | covered or saturated with liquid |
| splash | move through water or another liquid in a way that causes it to move about |
| wept | past tense of weep; shed tears |
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Practice questions
- According to the poem, what should you do until your pillow is soaked? Answer: You must cry until your pillow is soaked.
- What activity follows the crying and showering? Answer: Throwing open the window and singing 'Ha, ha!'.
- What does the poem suggest was hiding in the last tear? Answer: Happiness was hiding in the last tear.
Frequently asked questions
What is the title of Chapter 4 in NCERT Class 5 English Marigold?
The title of Chapter 4 is 'Crying'.
Who is the poet of the poem 'Crying'?
The poet is Galway Kinnell.
What does the poem suggest about crying?
The poem suggests crying until one feels completely relieved, after which happiness can be found.
What actions does the poem describe after crying?
After crying, the poem suggests jumping in the shower and singing happily.
Where can I find the NCERT Class 5 English Marigold Chapter 4 PDF?
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NCERT Class 5 English — Marigold — Chapter 4 — Crying. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.