Which statement best reflects Poe’s understanding of poetry?It is not necessary for a poem to be beautiful, so long as the poet writes it in an original way.The purpose of poetry is to teach moral lessons that apply to real-life experiences.People derive pleasure from poetry because it allows them to contemplate beauty.Poetry is often difficult to understand, so poets should express themselves more clearly.
Answer
A
It is not necessary for a poem to be beautiful, so long as the poet writes it in an original way.
B
The purpose of poetry is to teach moral lessons that apply to real-life experiences.
C
People derive pleasure from poetry because it allows them to contemplate beauty.
D
Poetry is often difficult to understand, so poets should express themselves more clearly.
Explanation
Poe believed that poetry’s primary purpose is to create an experience of beauty, rather than to teach moral lessons or explain practical truths. People take pleasure in poetry because it gives them a chance to contemplate beauty. Therefore, the best choice is “People derive pleasure from poetry because it allows them to contemplate beauty.”
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