Question

these lines are from the poem.
\when at last youve reached the summit,
you will have no vain regrets;
for youve measured well the journey,
and each difficulty met.\ (lines 9 - 12)
what does the phrase reached the summit mean in the poem?
○ 1. completed a challenging hike
○ 2. sacrificed for a lifelong dream
○ 3. decided to stop trying so hard
○ 4. achieved an important life goal

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "reached the summit" in the poem, we analyze the context. The lines mention "no vain regrets" because the journey was measured and difficulties were met. Option 1 is too literal (about a hike). Option 2 is about sacrifice, not matching. Option 3 is incorrect as "reached the summit" implies success, not quitting. Option 4 fits: achieving an important life goal, as the journey and overcoming difficulties lead to a significant accomplishment with no regrets.

Answer:

1. achieved an important life goal