Question

Be still, sad heart! and cease repining;
Behind the clouds is the sun still shining;
Thy fate is the common fate of all,
Into each life some rain must fall,
Some days must be dark and dreary.
–from “The Rainy Day” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

In the excerpt, what type of context clue for repining is the word?
a. Explanation
b. Example
c. Antonym
d. Synonym

Answer 1

I think its b....

Answer 2

There is another word in line 1 that should tell you what needs to cease.

If you're not clear on the meaning of "cease," be sure to look it up!
http://www.dictionary.com

(There is also some indication in line 2 of what "repining" means.)

Answer 3

Oh is it D?

Answer 4

Yes -- being sad and "repining" mean the same thing.

=)

Answer 5

Thanks for you're help! :D

Answer 6

" ... your help!"

You're welcome!

Answer 7

lol whoops