Question

as you read, take notes on the poems form and how it contributes to the tone of the speaker. (1) out of the night that covers me, black as the pit from pole to pole, i thank whatever gods may be for my unconquerable soul. (2) in the fell clutch of circumstance i have not winced nor cried aloud. under the bludgeonings of chance my head is bloody, but unbowed. beyond this place of wrath and tears (3) looms but the horror of the shade, and yet the menace of the years finds and shall find me unafraid. it matters not how strait the gate, how charged with punishments the scroll, (4) i am the master of my fate. i am the captain of my soul. invictus by william ernest henley is in the public domain. assessment questions 3. part a: given the context of the poem, what does the title word \invictus\ most likely mean? a. careless b. lucky c. unfortunate d. undefeated

Explanation:

The poem "Invictus" conveys a message of strength and resilience in the face of adversity. Words like "unconquerable soul", "unbowed" and "master of my fate" suggest a person who cannot be defeated. The title "Invictus" is Latin for "undefeated", which aligns with the poem's overall theme.

Answer:

D. Undefeated