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1.
PART A: Which of the following identifies the theme of the poem?

A
The speaker desires to return to the sea and the lifestyle that it offers him.
B
The speaker enjoys the beauty of the sea, but dislikes the isolation.
C
The speaker's life at sea is dangerous and he enjoys the thrill it gives him.
D
The speaker's time at sea is difficult, but it makes him feel more in touch with nature.

2.
PART B: Which quote from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

A
"I must go down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky," ( Line 1)
B
"I must go down to the seas again, for the call of the running tide / Is a wild call and a clear call that may not be denied;" ( Lines 5-6)
C
"To the gull's way and the whale's way where the wind's like a whetted knife;" ( Line 10)
D
"And all I ask is a merry yarn from a laughing fellow-rover, / And quiet sleep and a sweet dream when the long trick's over." ( Lines 11-12)

3.
PART A: Which of the following describes the speaker's perspective on his life at sea?

A
The speaker enjoys the adventure of seeing and experiencing new things.
B
The speaker enjoys the control he has over his life when at sea.
C
The speaker enjoys the time alone he has when he is at sea.
D
The speaker enjoys the freedom that his life at sea provides him.​

I need help please 1. PART A: Which of the following identifies the theme of the poem-example-1
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1. PART A Answer: " The speaker desires to return to the sea and the lifestyle that it offers him." Explanation: - The line "I must go down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky" Supports the fact that the speaker desires to return to sea. HINT: "i must"= desire. 2. PART B Answer: B "I must go down to the seas again, for the call of the running tide / Is a wild call and a clear call that may not be denied;" ( Lines 5-6). 3. PART A: D "The speaker enjoys the freedom that his life at sea provides him.​". I hope this is correct and helps you! have a great day.

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