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1. Read this line from the poem.

I
Wearied, exhausted, dully sleeping.
Which statement best explains how the commas in this line affect the
poem's meaning?
A They slow the pace, emphasizing the tiredness of the speaker.
B They separate ideas, emphasizing the excitement of springtime.
C They indicate changing feelings, underscoring the speaker's
disappointment.
D They suggest an accumulation of ideas, revealing the poem's central
theme.

2 Answers

8 votes

Answer:

A

Step-by-step explanation:

Read this as if you're taking a breath at each comma, wearied..... exhausted....ect. they're trying to convey just how tired the author is

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User Shane Haw
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(A) they slow the pace, emphasizing the tiredness of the speaker

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User Davidav
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