Question

Which line from the poem best reveals what Elzbieta's first mother was facing?

A
"But the mother who was saved in you could now step into crowded death"
B
"And at once it happened that someone hurriedly took care of your sleep"
C
"And wrapped you in love and became the answer to your first word"
D
That was how both your mothers taught you not to be surprised"

Answer 1

"But the mother who was saved in you could now step into crowded death" (Option A)

This line suggests that Elzbieta's first mother was in a life-threatening situation and had to face death. It also implies that Elzbieta's mother survived and was able to have a child (Elzbieta), who was then saved from a similar fate. This line highlights the difficult and dangerous circumstances that Elzbieta's mother faced and the impact that it had on her life.