Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow: O what is that sound which so thrills the ear Down in the valley drumming, drumming? Only the scarlet soldiers, dear, The soldiers coming. O what is that light I see flashing so clear Over the distance brightly, brightly? Only the sun on their weapons, dear, As they step lightly. O what are they doing with all that gear, What are they doing this morning, this morning? Only the usual manoeuvres, dear, Or perhaps a warning. O why have they left the road down there, Why are they suddenly wheeling, wheeling? Perhaps a change in the orders, dear, Why are you kneeling? What emotional state does ‘kneeling’ reflect ?
The emotional state reflected by the word "kneeling" in the given extract is best described by Option 3: anxiety. Here's a detailed explanation to justify why this is the correct choice: 1. Explanation for Option 3 (Anxiety): - The act of kneeling in the context of the poem suggests a sense of fear or apprehension. The speaker is observing soldiers who are suddenly changing their course and possibly preparing for…Read More
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