"Black are my steps on silver sod;

Question

Thick blows my frosty breath abroad;"

Which sentence explains what the speaker means by this?

A.
The speaker thinks it is too early in the day to go out.
B.
The speaker wants to sit in front of the jolly fire and warm himself at home.
C.
The speaker feels that the maid has not properly dressed him in winter clothes.
D.
The speaker is going out even though it is snowing heavily.

Answer 1

A. The speaker thinks it is too early in the day to go out.

This answer aligns best with the imagery of "black are my steps on silver sod" (suggesting a snowy landscape) and "thick blows my frosty breath abroad" (indicating cold weather). Together, these lines evoke a sense of coldness and a possibly early hour, suggesting the speaker's reluctance to be outside in such conditions.