Question

fog
the fog comes on little cat feet.
it sits looking over harbor and city on silent haunches and then moves on.
by carl sandburg
life
life is but a toy that swings on a bright gold chain
ticking for a little while
to amuse a fascinated infant,
until the keeper, a very old man,
becomes tired of the game
and lets the watch run down.
by naomi long madgett
choose the statement that best compares the meaning of these poems.

1. people are like infants amused by toys.
2. life is short, so live while you can.
3. time is only a shiny distraction.
4. things of this world are fleeting.

Explanation:

In "Fog", the fog's brief appearance and movement suggest transience. In "Life", life is compared to a toy that runs down, indicating its fleeting nature. Both poems convey the idea that things in the world do not last long.

Answer:

1. Things of this world are fleeting.