Question

in 1913 poem spring edna st. vincent millay subverts conventional notions of springtime. instead of celebrating growth and renewal, millay disputes the worth of the season entirely. which quotation from spring most effectively illustrates the claim? choose 1 answer: ① to what purpose, april, do you return again? / beauty is not enough. ② the sun is hot on my neck as i observe / the spikes of the crocus. ③ the smell of the earth is good. / it is apparent that there is no death. ④ life in itself / is nothing / an empty cup, a flight of uncarpeted stairs.

Explanation:

This quotation questions the return of spring (April), reflecting on the concept of spring's renewal and purpose, which aligns with the idea of contemplating spring - time notions as described in the question. The other quotations do not as directly address the themes related to the season's return and its significance.

Answer:

A. "To what purpose, April, do you return again? / Beauty is not enough"