Final answer:
The speaker is suggesting that the raven will not leave, responding with 'Nevermore' to indicate its permanent, ominous presence, which means option b) the raven will leave the next day is the most accurate among the options provided.The correct answer is option B.
Step-by-step explanation:
In the excerpts provided, the speaker is expressing his belief that the raven will remain with him indefinitely. The raven, which is a symbol of doom and melancholy, responds with the single word 'Nevermore' when questioned about its intentions.
This word suggests that the raven will not leave, nor will it offer any comfort or solace to the speaker. The correct answer to the question is that the speaker is saying the raven will not leave immediately, rather it seems to be a permanent, ominous presence.
Consequently, option c) is incorrect, and option b) is closer to the truth, but only because 'the next day' implies a temporary situation, which does not match the permanence suggested by 'Nevermore'. Therefore, option b) is not the best choice. Certainly, the raven is not befriending the speaker (option a), nor is it likely to die (option d). The ominous presence of the raven is what's emphasized in these texts.The correct answer is option B.