Question

plucking thoughts by r. lee walters i found the words for loss on a vine upon my wall. eager for a handful to chew, i plucked a bunch but lost a few. now regrets are all i have for supper. 4 select the correct answer. what is the theme of this poem? a. only writers can easily find the right words. b. it can be hard to find the right words to say. c. the right words help a person express feelings. d. the search for meaning begins with a word.

Explanation:

The speaker found words for "Loss" on a vine, plucked a bunch but lost some, and now has regrets. This implies the difficulty in finding the right words, as not all are retained.

Answer:

B. It can be hard to find the right words to say.