Question

determining theme: mastery test
\hope\ is the thing with feathers by emily dickinson
\hope\ is the thing with feathers -
that perches in the soul -
and sings the tune without the words -
and never stops - at all -
and sweetest - in the gale - is heard -
and sore must be the storm -
that could abash the little bird
that kept so many warm -
ive heard it in the chillest land -
and on the strangest sea -
yet - never - in extremity,
it asked a crumb - of me.
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select the correct answer from the drop down.
how does the poet develop the theme?
the poet develops the theme by
comparing hope to a bird that is free and resilient no matter the situation
describing how cold life can become when we face hardships
comparing difficulties in life to fierce storms and cold lands
explaining that hope is an internal feeling that can be nurtured over time

Explanation:

The poem uses metaphor, comparing hope to a bird that perches in the soul, sings without words, and endures in various harsh conditions. This shows hope's freedom and resilience.

Answer:

comparing hope to a bird that is free and resilient no matter the situation