How do the repeated images of and references to fallen leaves in Hopkins's "Spring and Fall: To a Young Child" function in the poem?

A.
as an example that helps young readers understand the seasons

B.
as a simile that prompts readers to appreciate the good things in life

C.
as a theme that helps readers understand human experience

D.
as a motif that helps readers grasp the poem's theme

Question

How do the repeated images of and references to fallen leaves in Hopkins's "Spring and Fall: To a Young Child" function in the poem? 	
	
 
A.
	as an example that helps young readers understand the seasons
	
 
B.
	as a simile that prompts readers to appreciate the good things in life
	
 
C.
	as a theme that helps readers understand human experience
	
 
D.
	as a motif that helps readers grasp the poem's theme

anonymous · Answer

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cbarredo1 · Answer

I think it is: as a theme that helps readers understand human experience