Richard Cory conceals his inner turmoil behind a facade of happiness, Miniver Cheevy openly expresses discontent with his real life, preferring the escapism found in books and idealized historical periods. Here option C is correct.
In "Richard Cory," the titular character is admired by others for his wealth and demeanor, yet he takes his own life, revealing hidden internal struggles. The poem suggests that appearances can be deceiving, emphasizing the contrast between outward success and inner turmoil.
In contrast, "Miniver Cheevy" portrays its protagonist as dissatisfied with the present and yearning for the past. Unlike Richard Cory, Miniver openly expresses his discontent and idealizes historical periods, preferring a romanticized past to his contemporary reality.
The emphasis here is on Miniver's dissatisfaction with his actual life and his desire for an alternative, contrasting with the hidden turmoil of Richard Cory. Here option C is correct.