Question

In "The Voice" stanza 12, the poet writes:

“Tayko-mol has not left us
but lives in the pulse
of our words…”

How does the use of the word “pulse” support the poem’s central idea?

Group of answer choices

It suggests that the speaker believes the spirit is fading away.

It shows that the speaker is confused about the spirit’s identity.

It explains that only certain people can communicate with the spirit.

It reinforces the idea that language and tradition are living and rhythmic.

Answer 1

It reinforces the idea that language and tradition are living and rhythmic.

Explanation: “Pulse” evokes heartbeat and ongoing rhythm, implying Tayko-mol’s presence continues through the living, rhythmic speech and traditions of the people rather than being gone, confused, or restricted to a few.