Question

What is an ode?

1. A poem set to dance
2. A poem written to pay respect to a person or thing the poet admires
3. A poem that discusses themes of man versus nature
4. A solemn and formal poem about death.

Answer 1

A poem written to pay respect to a person or thing the poet admires

Answer 2

2, a poem written to pay respect to a person or thing the poet admires

Step-by-step explanation:

An ode is a poem in praise of somebody or something. The word ode comes from Greek where it means to sing or to chant.

Originally, odes were accompanied by music, later they became personal lyrical compositions.

The ode is the longest of all lyric forms. It is an address to a person or a thing and it expresses a variety of sentiments.

The ode often has complex stanza structure.