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Mystery and Suspense — Test

Question 25 • English Language Arts 9

Which excerpt from Annabel Lee provides the best evidence to support the conclusion that Annabel Lee was loyal?

Answer
A
And this maiden she lived with no other thought Than to love and be loved by me.
B
But our love it was stronger by far than the love Of those who were older than we—
C
For the moon never beams, without bringing me dreams Of the beautiful Annabel Lee;
D
And the stars never rise, but I feel the bright eyes Of the beautiful Annabel Lee;

Explanation

Choice A says Annabel Lee lived with “no other thought” than to love the speaker, showing that her attention and affection were devoted to him. That is the clearest evidence that she was loyal. The other choices describe the strength of their love or the speaker’s memories of her, rather than directly showing her devotion.

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