Question

read this stanza from emily dickinsons \hope is the thing with feathers\. and sweetest in the gale is heard; and sore must be the storm that could abash the little bird that kept so many warm. what is the connotation of the word \storm\? a bad weather disturbance a troubling piece of information a sudden rain outburst a strong emotional reaction

Explanation:

In the context of the poem, "storm" is used metaphorically. It represents something that could distress or overwhelm the "little bird" (which symbolizes hope). It is not a literal weather - related term here but rather a troubling force, which is best described as a troubling piece of information.

Answer:

a troubling piece of information