What is the impact of the words "narrow domestic walls" on the tone of the poem?

a. The walls symbolize the potential for unity, developing an encouraging tone.

b. The walls symbolize isolation, setting a cautionary tone.

c. The walls represent the strength of the human mind, creating a confident tone.

d. The walls represent the need for protection from hostile elements, creating an alarmed tone.

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Tate Wilkerson

30 October, 13:57

What is the impact of the words "narrow domestic walls" on the tone of the poem?

a. The walls symbolize the potential for unity, developing an encouraging tone.

b. The walls symbolize isolation, setting a cautionary tone.

c. The walls represent the strength of the human mind, creating a confident tone.

d. The walls represent the need for protection from hostile elements, creating an alarmed tone.

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Marlon Dunn · Answer 1

b

Explanation:

In the context of this poem, the walls do no seem to be a structure designed to keep a foe out, but rather to trap something within. The telltale sign that the walls are perhaps not a beneficial thing is the word narrow.

Walls can be protective, but in a narrow context it is implied that the barrier causes suffocation and perhaps claustrofobia.