Directions: Read the poem given below and answer the questions that follow by selecting the correct/most appropriate option. Gather ye rosebuds while ye may, Old Time is still a-flying; And this same flower that smiles today Tomorrow will be dying. The glorious lamp of heaven, the sun, The higher he's a-getting, The sooner will his race be run, And nearer he's to setting. That age is best which is the first, When youth and blood are warmer; But being spent, the worse, and worst Times still succeed the former. Then be not coy, but use your time, And while ye may, go marry; For having lost but once your prime, You may forever tarry.
Which of the following statements is true/false? A. Gathering rosebuds is the same as enjoying one's life. B. The sun can't keep on shining forever. Choose the correct option :

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Accepted Answer

Option 4 is the correct answer because both statements A and B are true according to the poem.

1. **Explanation for Statement A: "Gathering rosebuds is the same as enjoying one's life."**

The phrase "Gather ye rosebuds while ye may" is a metaphorical expression urging people to seize the day and enjoy life while they can. The poem emphasizes the fleeting nature of time and the importance of making the most of the present moment. This aligns with the idea of enjoying one's life, as gathering rosebuds symbolizes taking advantage of opportunities and experiences before they pass.

2. **Explanation for Statement B: "The sun can't keep on shining forever."**

The poem refers to the sun as "The glorious lamp of heaven" and mentions that "The higher he's a-getting, The sooner will his race be run, And nearer he's to setting." This suggests that the sun, like life, has a finite duration. It rises, reaches its peak, and eventually sets, symbolizing the inevitable passage of time. Therefore, the statement that the sun can't keep on shining forever is true, as it reflects the natural cycle of the sun's journey across the sky.

3. **Why the other options are incorrect:**

- **Option 1: Both A and B are false.** This is incorrect because, as explained, both statements A and B are true according to the poem's themes and metaphors.
   
   - **Option 2: A is true and B is false.** This is incorrect because while statement A is true, statement B is also true, as the poem clearly indicates the finite nature of the sun's journey.
   
   - **Option 3: B is true and A is false.** This is incorrect because while statement B is true, statement A is also true, as the poem encourages enjoying life by using the metaphor of gathering rosebuds.

In conclusion, Option 4 is the correct answer because both statements A and B accurately reflect the themes and messages conveyed in the poem.