First Flight (Poem): Fire and Ice · Class 10 · CBSE English
What is the underlying tone of Robert Frost's poem 'Fire and Ice'?
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hard · MCQ · Q-FC0016
What is the underlying tone of Robert Frost's poem 'Fire and Ice'?
- A.Optimistic and celebratory
- B.Restrained, dark, and reflectiveCorrect answer
- C.Angry and rebellious
- D.Humorous and satirical
Solution
Despite discussing the apocalyptic destruction of the world, the tone is calm, conversational, yet deeply dark and reflective about human nature.
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