Question

the last revel
how do the two poems use the theme of loss?
a the speaker in \tranquil musers\ uses figurative imagery of mountains
the speaker in the last revel portrays a peaceful alternative
b the speaker in \tranquil musers\ is focused on protecting nature. the
speaker in the last revel is concerned with connecting with people.
c the speaker in \tranquil musers\ participates in each event as a witness
the speaker in the last revel observes the events as they happen.
d the speaker in \tranquil musers\ is seeking, but never finding, resolution
the speaker in the last revel is enjoying a final, bittersweet moment
saying goodbye forever.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option by recalling the themes of the two texts ("Tranquil Musings" and "The Last Revel"). Option A: If "Tranquil Musings" uses negative imagery of nature and "The Last Revel" offers a positive alternative, this matches how the two poems use the theme of loss (e.g., loss of nature's tranquility vs. finding a positive take). Other options: B misrepresents the speakers' focuses; C's "observer" and "describes as they happen" don't fit loss theme; D's "final farewell" and "never leaving" contrast is less about loss's theme use. So A is correct.

Answer:

A. The speaker in "Tranquil Musings" uses negative imagery of nature. The speaker in "The Last Revel" provides a positive alternative