And when you think he’s half asleep, he’s always Wide awake

Question

Explain the following lines with reference to the context.

And when you think he’s half asleep, he’s always Wide awake

Answer 1

Reference : There words are from the poem “ Macavity – the mystery cat” written by T.S. Eliot.

Context: The poet says these words about the ability of the mysterious cat to hoodwink everyone.

Explanation: Macavity is a master of deceitfulness and suavity. When he appears to “be half-asleep with his half-closed eyes, he would be wide-awake. He is an enigma to everyone. Comment: Macavity is indeed a mystery.