Question

What is William Carlos Williams describing in this passage spring and all

Answer 1

The answer is D. "Plants about to sprout."

Given the context and the title of the passage, plants sprouting is the most logical choice. When the passage says, "Rooted, they grip down and begin to awaken," you can come to the conclusion that the author is referring to plants since the passage is about spring.

Answer 2

plants about to sprout