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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Analyzing Style and Voice in The Prophet

Question 3 • *CR English 3 S2 [E3060OX]

Which statement best describes how Gibran’s diction contributes to his poetic voice in this excerpt?

Answer
A
Unusual word choice—such as “cease,” “restless,” and “expand”—adds an imaginative element to the excerpt.
B
Words such as “sing,” “climb,” and “dance” create images often associated with pleasant, lighthearted experiences.
C
The repetition of the word “shall” makes the writing more formal and the ideas expressed more believable.
D
The use of informal words and expressions, such as “river of silence,” suggests a casual, lighthearted message.