Question 2 of 12
You Pick
How tall is the one whose glass that is half-full;
How small is the one whose glass is a near-empty pool.
How sunny is the one who sees the bright side of things;
How gloomy is the one whose heart to clouds clings.
One smile, a snapshot of glee shared with a stranger;
One frown, a beast growling with anger.
A choice to be made:
for joy - will you bee an open door
Or barricade?
How does the word placement most clearly contribute to the meaning of this poem?
A. Giving the ideas in a logical sequence creates a stronger emphasis on the last stanza.
B. Repeating the first words of each stanza creates a contrast that reinforces the theme of unity.
C. Separating "frown" and "a" with a comma creates a stronger visual image.
D. setting off the last two words of the poem creates emphasis that reinforces the theme of choosing.