Question

question 4 of 5
in elizabeth barrett brownings \how do i love thee?\, why does the speaker
say, \i love thee freely, as men strive for right. / i love thee purely, as they turn
from praise\?

a. to show that love is a just cause that deserves to be praised

b. to show that she loves the pureness and humility of someone

c. to show that she loves without hesitation and has good intentions

d. to show that there are few men who are worthy of her love

Explanation:

• Option A: The lines don't focus on love being a cause to be praised; "turn from praise" contradicts praise for love.
• Option B: The lines are about the speaker's love, not the loved one's traits.
• Option C: "Freely" (like men strive for right, a noble, unhesitating act) and "purely" (turn from praise, sincere, good - intentioned) show her love is unhesitating and well - intentioned.
• Option D: The lines don't relate to the worthiness of men for her love.

Answer:

C. To show that she loves without hesitation and has good intentions