What is the meaning of the simile “a bright girdle” in this excerpt from “dover beach” by matthew arnold? the sea of faith was once, too, at the full, and round earth's shore lay like the folds of a bright girdle furled. but now i only hear its melancholy, long, withdrawing roar, retreating, to the breath answers: a.) it suggests the greatness of an era when england was a world power and commercial success. b.) it critiques the society of the poet's time for conforming too strictly to convention. c.) it refers to the feeling of support and belonging that people once felt in happier times. d.) it highlights the contrast between the vast seascape and the narrow world of the poet.

The answer is:

d.) It highlights the contrast between the vast seascape and the narrow world of the poet.

In the poem "“Dover Beach” the author Matthew Arnold makes reference to the greatness of the ocean, and describes it as if it were a belt of faith surrounding the earth. However, he suggests the sea is getting lower and that his faith is going away with the tide. As a consequence, the lack of faith gives him a feeling of sorrow.

terrestrial level - terrene position

potentially - possible/likely

dangerous tasks - treacherous assignment

specifically - exactly/precisely

disabilities - impairment/ailment

to boost - push/lift/raise

artificial intelligence - robot/ ai/machine

enemies - terrorist/opponent/competitor

scientific endeavors - experimental intent

valuable - expensive/priceless

result - outcome/product

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