This metaphysical poet used simple diction and his habit of understatement clearly indicates a deep influence of the Bible and the psalms. His fondness for the Book of Proverbs and Parables gives his poetry those many concrete pictures and keeps the metaphysical abstractions at bay. These characteristics can be seen in his work like “The Sacrifice” and “The Collar”. Identify the poet.
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A.
George Herbert
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B.
Henry Vaughan
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C.
Rene Descartes
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D.
Thomas Carew
Correct Answer:
A. George Herbert
Explanation:
The characteristics described are typical of metaphysical poets, and these traits are evident in George Herbert's poems "The Sacrifice" and "The Collar," making option (a) the correct answer.
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