Question

critical skills: reading comprehension
read the short passage that previews percy bysshe shelleys ode to the west wind in unit 1:
percy bysshe shelley addresses the west wind as a powerful force capable of destroying the old while carrying the seeds of new life. he pleads for the wind to spread his words across the world, believing poetry can inspire change even during times of decay.
answer the question:
what does the west wind primarily symbolize in this passage?
○ the dangers of uncontrolled nature
○ the inevitability of death
○ the power of transformation and renewal
○ humanitys insignificance

Explanation:

The passage states the West Wind destroys the old, carries seeds of new life, and spreads words that inspire change amid decay. This aligns with transformation (destroying the old, enabling change) and renewal (bringing new life). The other options do not match the described traits: the passage does not emphasize danger, inevitability of death, or human insignificance.

Answer:

The power of transformation and renewal