Oh! To be a flower Nodding in the sun,
Bending, then upspringing
As the breezes run
Holding up
A scent-brimmed cup,
Full of summer's fragrance to the summer sun
-Amy Lowell, "Song"
In this excerpt from Amy Lowell's poem "Song" how does line length most
clearly contribute to the meaning of the poem?
A. The relatively long lines offer the opportunity for extended
descriptions, helping the reader picture the flower in great detail.
B. The relatively short lines create a sense of musicality that shows
that the flower itself is singing a song.
C. The relatively long lines draw attention to the speaker's feelings of
Joy when contemplating a flower. D. The relatively short lines create a sense of simplicity that matches
the description of the carefree life of a flower.