Question

Read the passage from " A Red, Red Rose" by Robert Burns. " Til a' the seas gang dry, my dear, And the rocks melt wi'the sun; I will luve thee still, my dear, While the sands o' life shall run. How does Burns's use of hyperbole contribute to the meaning of the poem? A) It expresses the speakers concern that there is a weather disaster approaching. B) It illustrates the extent of his love for the subject of the poem. C) The use of hyperbole has no effect on the meaning of this poem . D) It makes the poem a nonsense poem by including exaggerated ideas.

Answer 1

Answer:

Option B. Burns' use of hyperbole contribute to the meaning of the poem as it illustrates the extent of his love for the subject of the poem.

Explanation:

"A Red, Red Rose" is a 1794 song written by author Robert Burns. As seen in the quote from the song provided in the question, the author utilizes the literary device of hyperbole  which is the use of exaggeration as figure of speech. Burns' use of hyperbole emphasizes the strong feelings that the narrator has toward his loved one, as it creates a strong impression of how he is feeling toward her.

Answer 2

Answer:

The answer is B

Explanation:

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