Final answer:
In stanzas 2 through 4 of the poem, the poet shifts the tone from compassion to sarcasm.
Step-by-step explanation:
In stanzas 2 through 4, the poet begins a shift in tone from:
- a) Compassion to sarcasm
- b) Sarcasm to compassion
- c) Loneliness to joyfulness
- d) Joyfulness to loneliness
The correct answer is option a) Compassion to sarcasm. In these stanzas, the poet's tone changes from a compassionate tone to one that is sarcastic. This can be seen through the poet's use of questioning and the change in the speaker's attitude towards the subject matter.