Question

In the poem, ‘Ozymandias’, the poet says, ‘the hand that mocked them, and the heart that fed’. How does the hand ‘mock them’ ?

Answer 1

Value Points :

The sculptor clearly showed the expression of contempt, cold sneer and arrogance / a good imitation / representation of king’* feelings / expression on his face.

Detailed Answer :

The ‘hand’ referred to in these lines is the sculptor’ hand who carved out the statue so skillfully that the expression of contempt, a cold sneer and arrogance were clearly shown. It was a good imitation, representing the king’ feelings. The hand of the sculptor seemed to be mocking the king’* self-obsession and passion.