Question

Why does Byron set his poem ""She Walks in Beauty"" as he does? A. The comparison of night to beauty evokes the dark side of attractiveness. B. The sudden darkness evokes a sense of danger and allure. C. The contrast between the stars and the darkness highlights the woman's beauty. D. The use of darkness illustrates the complexities of love.

Answer 1

Answer: The correct answer is : A. The comparison of night to beauty evokes the dark side of attractiveness.

Explanation: The poet compares the beauty of the woman in an almost divine way with a great starry night, instead of doing it with daylight. It describes a beauty that is not only physical, surrounded by peace, tranquility, admiration and some wonder. It is believed that Byron wrote the poem when he met his cousin who was wearing a black dress because he was in mourning and was shocked with her beauty.

Answer 2

The answer is A

Byron compares her beauty to a night of “cloudless climes and starry skies.” This sort of night is what we may say "a perfect night", not darkened by clouds but brightened by stars. In the same way, the lady appears to Byron as a perfect balance between light and dark.