Question

Read the following lines from "The Walrus and the Carpenter":The moon was shining sulkily, Because she thought the sun Had got no business to be there After the day was done— What is the connotation of the word "sulkily" in this stanza?(1 point)Responses It suggests the moon is playful and carefree, enjoying the night. It suggests the moon is playful and carefree, enjoying the night.It implies the moon feels annoyed or resentful about the sun’s presence.It implies the moon feels annoyed or resentful about the sun’s presence.It conveys that the moon is weak and powerless compared to the sun.It conveys that the moon is weak and powerless compared to the sun. It highlights the moon’s importance in guiding the characters. It highlights the moon’s importance in guiding the characters.Skip to navigation

Answer 1

It implies the moon feels annoyed or resentful about the sun’s presence.
"Sulkily" means sulking—showing petulant displeasure—which fits with "Because she thought the sun / Had got no business to be there."