Question

Read the excerpt from "Maidens at Confirmation” by Rainer Maria Rilke.

Outside the day was one of green and blue,
With touches of a luminous glowing red,
Across the quiet pond the small waves sped.
Beyond the city, gardens hidden from view
Sent odors of sweet blossoms on the breeze
And singing sounded through the far off trees.
It was as though garlands crowned everything
And all things were touched softly by the sun;
And many windows opened one by one
And the light trembled on them glistening.

Which feeling is most likely created by the imagery in this excerpt?

restlessness
joyousness
fondness
gratitude

Answer 1

The feeling that is most likely created by the imagery in this excerpt is joyousness. The description of the day as "one of green and blue, with touches of a luminous glowing red" and the mention of sweet blossoms and singing in the far-off trees creates a sense of beauty and happiness. The use of words such as "garlands," "softly," and "glistening" further adds to the joyful and celebratory tone of the passage.

Option B

Answer 2

The feeling most likely created by the imagery in this excerpt is joyousness. The description of the green and blue day, the luminous red touches, the sweet odors of blossoms on the breeze, and the singing through the trees all suggest a pleasant and joyful atmosphere. The mention of garlands crowning everything and the light trembling on the windows also adds to this image of happiness and joy.