Question

read \to the river —\ by edgar allan poe and answer the question that follows.
fair river! in thy bright, clear flow
of crystal, wandering water,
thou art an emblem of the glow
of beauty—the unhidden heart—
the playful maziness of art
in old albertos daughter;
but when within thy wave she looks—
which glistens then, and trembles—
why, then, the prettiest of brooks
her worshipper resembles;
for in my heart, as in thy stream,
her image deeply lies—
his heart which trembles at the beam
of her soul - searching eyes.
what aspect of this poem alerts the reader that it was written by a romantic author?
the use of figurative language and vivid imagery to depict nature and emotions
the focus on creating a new national identity and criticism of the british government
the celebration of black american identity and culture

Explanation:

Romanticism emphasized the use of figurative language (e.g., "emblem of the glow") and vivid imagery (e.g., "crystal, wandering water") to depict nature and emotions. The other options are not characteristic of Romanticism. Creating a new national identity and criticizing the British government is more related to some post - revolutionary or nationalist movements. Celebrating Black American identity and culture is a later - emerging theme not typical of the Romantic era.

Answer:

The use of figurative language and vivid imagery to depict nature and emotions.