Question

What technique does the poet use to communicate the speaker's critical attitude toward war in "The Battle of Blenheim"?

A. the poem records Kaspar's disapproval of the children's interest in the battle
B. the poem depicts the innocence of Kaspar's grandchildren as they play by the stream
C. Kaspar repeatedly refers to the "famous battle" but admits that he cannot recall why it was fought
D. Kaspar reports the "Great praise" won by the Generals who led the battle

Answer 1

The correct answer for the question that is being presented above is this one: "C. Kaspar reports the "Great praise" won by the generals who led the battle" would be the best option, but this is of course fairly subjective. The technique does the poet use to communicate the speaker's critical attitude toward war in "The Battle of Blenheim" is that Kaspar repeatedly refers to the "famous battle" but admits that he cannot recall why it was fought