Question

All wanting the comfort

of spoken Spanish, to gaze upon the family portrait
of her plain wide face, her ample bosom
resting on her plump arms, her look of maternal interest
as they speak to her and each other
of their dreams and their disillusions—

Which best describes the role of the speaker?
The speaker is describing a scene in the third person as a sentimental observer.
The speaker is describing a scene in the third person as a critical observer.
The speaker is describing a past personal experience in the first person.
The speaker is describing a present personal experience in the first person.

Answer 1

It's the first one, The speaker is describing a scene in the third person as a sentimental observer.

Answer 2

The speaker is describing a scene in the third person as a sentimental observer.

Step-by-step explanation:

The speaker is not directly involved in the scene and is describing it from a distance, using sensory details to convey emotions and sentiments. The use of phrases suggest a sense of emotional attachment and observation, rather than a critical or personal involvement.