Name: After Rain by Helen Hay Whitney

How does the author’s use of a short exclamation in line 11 develop the theme of the poem?

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A. It marks an expression of joy, showing that great things can come from the darkest moments.

B. It marks a rejection of the ideas in the first three stanzas, suggesting that happiness depends on one’s perspective.

C. It marks a sudden shift to show how nature is resilient, following gloomy moments with hopeful ones.

D. It marks a sign of danger, suggesting that the beauty of nature comes with serious consequences.

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C. It marks a sudden shift to show how nature is resilient, following gloomy moments with hopeful ones.
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