In "Loveliest of Trees, the Cherry Now" by A. E. Housman, what could be a symbol for something that goes away much too quickly?

A. Woodlands
B. Spring
C. Cherry blossoms
D. Years

Question

In "Loveliest of Trees, the Cherry Now" by A. E. Housman, what could be a symbol for something that goes away much too quickly?

 		A.	Woodlands
 		B.	Spring
 		C.	Cherry blossoms
 		D.	Years

chycora · Answer

@mathmale

mathmale · Answer

A. E. Housman is a great poet, but unfortunately it's been 50+ years since I last read any of his poetry.  As much as I'd like to help, I think you'll have to read this "Loveliest of Trees, the Cherry Now" again.   But first take this Hint: Start by visulizing all four of the possible answer choices.  Which among them "goes away all too quickly?"

chycora · Answer

i think the answer is B

chycora · Answer

@mathmale

mathmale · Answer

I'm afraid you haven't read my suggestions, above, and haven't re-read the poem by Housman.  What are you looking for when you read those 4 answer choices carefully?

chycora · Answer

i have the answer its C

mathmale · Answer

Since you haven't responded to any of my suggestions, I don't think it appropriate for me to respond "right" or "wrong" to your selection.  You haven't explained any of your thoughts and haven't shared anything that you have done.

mathmale · Answer

If you already know the correct answer, then congrats.  But I'd surely like to know / see how you found it.