First Flight (Poem): Fire and Ice · Class 10 · CBSE English
What does 'fire' symbolize in Robert Frost's poem 'Fire and Ice'?
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easy · MCQ · Q-B443E5
What does 'fire' symbolize in Robert Frost's poem 'Fire and Ice'?
- A.Deep love and affection
- B.Greed, conflict, and burning desireCorrect answer
- C.Cold indifference and hatred
- D.Wisdom and peace
Solution
In the context of the poem, 'fire' is used as a metaphor for human passions, particularly destructive desires, greed, and burning conflict.
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