Father William Poem Trivia
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What is the reason Father William gives for standing on his head despite his old age?

  • He wanted to impress his son with his agility.
  • He wanted to prove his physical strength.
  • He wanted to sell ointment to the youth.
  • He had no fear of brain injury since he believed he had none. (correct)

    • What made the youth question Father William's ability to balance an eel on the end of his nose?

  • The youth thought Father William's eyesight was failing. (correct)
  • The youth doubted Father William's mental sharpness.
  • The youth thought balancing an eel was physically impossible.
  • The youth believed Father William's physical strength was diminishing.

    • What did Father William claim gave him the jaw strength to finish a goose with bones and beak?

  • His special diet plan.
  • His work in the legal profession. (correct)
  • His daily exercise routine.
  • His wife's support in his legal cases.

    • Why did Father William offer to sell his ointment to the youth?

    <p>To prove that it made him more agile.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Father William justify doing back-somersaults despite being old and fat?

    <p>He claimed it was due to the use of a miraculous cream.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Father William say helped him maintain a steady eye despite his old age?

    <p>&quot;Muscular strength&quot; from arguing legal cases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the youth question Father William's ability to eat tough food with weak jaws?

    <p>&quot;Muscular strength&quot; from arguing cases seemed irrelevant to the situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Father William react when the youth questioned him about balancing an eel on his nose?

    <p>&quot;I have answered three questions, and that is enough.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

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