Question

which element of the romantic movement is present in this excerpt from the the solitary reaper by william wordsworth? will no one tell me what she sings? - perhaps the plaintive numbers flow for old, unhappy, far - off things, and battles long ago. or is it some more humble lay, familiar matter of to - day? some natural sorrow, loss, or pain, that has been, and may be again? whateer the theme, the maiden sang as if her song could have no ending. i saw her singing at her work, and oer the sickle bending. - i listened, motionless and still; and, as i mounted up the hill, the music in my heart i bore, long after it was heard no more. a. the poem is strongly nationalistic. b. the poem argues that high aspirations are good. c. the poem focuses on mysticism and the supernatural. d. the poem explores the inner world of an individual.

Explanation:

The excerpt shows the speaker's thoughts and feelings as they listen to the reaper's song, delving into the speaker's inner - world. There is no strong nationalism, no focus on high aspirations, and no mysticism or supernatural elements. Romanticism often emphasizes the individual's inner experience.

Answer:

D. The poem explores the inner world of an individual