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I am the grass.

Let me work.
Which statement best describes the speaker's tone in this poem?
OA. The references to Ypres, Gettysburg, and other major battles are all
examples of allusion that conjure images of war.
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B. The repeated statements "I am the grass" and "Let me work" show the
speaker's pride but also his indifference toward the events described.
OC. The conductor's vast knowledge about the major battles shows that,
however many lives were lost, the sacrifices were not in vain.
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OD. The grass, through lines such as "I cover all," is regretful about hiding the
aftermath of terrible historical events like the battles listed.

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Answer:

Based on the given options, the statement that best describes the speaker's tone in the poem is:

B. The repeated statements "I am the grass" and "Let me work" show the speaker's pride but also his indifference toward the events described.

Step-by-step explanation:

The speaker's repeated assertions of being the grass and the plea to be allowed to work suggest a sense of pride in their role and a dedication to their task. However, the tone also conveys a sense of indifference toward the events being described, possibly indicating a detachment from the human suffering and a focus on the grass's own purpose and resilience.

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