What connotation is attributed to the “parlor generals” in the following lines from “To Be of Use”? [people] who are not parlor generals and field deserters / but move in a common rhythm / when the food must come in or the fire be put out. (1 point) Responses laziness laziness brutality brutality patience patience indifference

Answer 1

The connotation attributed to the "parlor generals" in these lines is laziness. The poem contrasts them with those who work diligently and efficiently in a common rhythm to get tasks done. "Parlor generals" implies individuals who talk or give orders from a comfortable, non-active position instead of actively participating in the work that needs to be done.