The second and third couplets of the poem mainly use personification and contrasting techniques. Comparing four things, namely cattails, wickers, songs and flutes, to human beings makes the poem lively and humane. Among these four things, the first two contrast with each other, and the latter two contrast with each other, which reflects the neatness of the poem.
"On the Lake" expresses the author's love for natural scenery and his interest in pursuing a leisurely and secluded life. This poem expresses the infinite nostalgia for the beautiful scenery, and also expresses the poet's free and easy, casual and free character.