Question

HELP PLEASE

Read the excerpt below and answer the question.

"I want your laughter like
the flower I was waiting for,
the blue flower, the rose
of my echoing country."

How does this excerpt from "Your Laughter" relate to Neruda’s cultural experience? Select all that apply.

a It expresses pride and longing for his country.
b The flower functions as a symbol for his country.
c The laughter functions as a metaphor for patriotism.
d It suggests that his country is a necessary part of his life.

Answer 1

I believe its either A or D. "I want your laughter like the flower i was waiting for", it refers to the flower as the rose of his echoing country, and so it feels necessary, and his pride and longing in it.