Question
How does Dickinson's choice of the word "divine" in "The Soul selects her own Society--," affect the tone?
a
It conveys a sarcastic and mocking tone.
b
It creates a casual and indifferent tone.
c
It establishes a reverent and awe-filled tone.
d
It introduces a tone of fear and foreboding.
a
It conveys a sarcastic and mocking tone.
b
It creates a casual and indifferent tone.
c
It establishes a reverent and awe-filled tone.
d
It introduces a tone of fear and foreboding.
Answers
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In Emily Dickinson's poem "The Soul selects her own Society--," the choice of the word "divine" contributes to the overall tone of the poem. The word suggests a sense of sacredness and elevated importance regarding the choices of the soul. Therefore, the best answer is:
c. It establishes a reverent and awe-filled tone.
c. It establishes a reverent and awe-filled tone.