Ogden Nash uses striking visual and auditory imagery to describe the pirate. The pirate has "black beard slithering down his chin" — a menacing visual image. He carries pistols and a cutlass, creating a fierce picture. He moves like "a flash of lightning" — a simile conveying terrifying speed. His arrival is sudden and threatening, with the image of him coming through the "window" creating a sense of danger and dread. These images together paint him as dark, deadly, and fearsome.
The question asks specifically about imagery for the pirate in the poem. Examiners expect you to: (1) name/quote specific images from the poem, (2) identify the sense each image appeals to (sight, sound, etc.), and (3) briefly explain the effect. Note: The source passages provided don't include this poem, so answer from your knowledge of the prescribed NCERT text. Aim for 3 distinct images — one per mark. Avoid vague statements; always quote from the poem.