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In “Old Ironsides," the speaker despairs about what is

happening to a noble ship with a rich history. Click on the
phrase or sentence that shows what the speaker believes would
be a better ending for the vessel.
A. Oh, better that her shattered hulk
Should sink beneath the wave;
Her thunders shook the mighty deep,
And there should be her grave;
B. Nail to the mast her holy flag.
Set every threadbare sail,
C. And give her to the god of storms,
The lightning and the ghe!

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Answer: A. Oh, better that her shattered hulk

Should sink beneath the wave;

Her thunders shook the mighty deep,

Explanation: The speaker gives several clues about what should happen to the ship, including “sink beneath the wave” and “the mighty deep”.

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