Question

In his poems, Wordsworth’s principle object was to _____. Select all that apply.

show the rules of decorum
exploit his true wit
show depth in low and rustic life
reflect common, everyday life

Answer 1

(B.) exploit his true wit

(C.) show depth in common and rustic life

Answer 2

THE FIRST volume of these Poems has already been submitted to general perusal. It was published, as an experiment, which, I hoped, might be of some use to ascertain, how far, by fitting to metrical arrangement a selection of the real language of men in a state of vivid sensation, that sort of pleasure and that quantity of pleasure may be imparted, which a Poet may rationally endeavour to impart.