Question

Which of the following statements BEST conveys the theme of the poem?

• A. The poem explores the quality of life of a woman.
• B. The poem laments the suffering and frustration of a woman.
• C. The poem celebrates the woman’s futile and meaningless life.
• D. The poem revolves around a woman whose liberty has been throttled.
• E. The poem revolves around the woman’s feeling of alienation.
• A. The lines represent flames as forces that are aware of her solitude.
• B. The lines represent flames as turbulent emotions of a nameless woman.
• C. The lines represent flames that highlight the location of her body.
• D. The lines represent flames as distorted memories that preserve her identity.
• J. The lines represent flames as her desperate pursuit for her lost self.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Analyze the theme of the poem.
The poem uses metaphors like ”drunken yellow flames” and ”her lonely body” to depict a sense of isolation. The lack of a reflection in the mirror further emphasizes the alienation felt by the woman.
Step 2: Evaluate the options.
- Option 1: Incorrect. While the poem reflects on life, it does not explore its quality. 
- Option 2: Incorrect. Frustration and suffering are present, but alienation is more central. 
- Option 3: Incorrect. There is no celebration of futility or meaninglessness in the poem. 
- Option 4: Incorrect. The poem doesn’t directly address liberty being throttled. 
- Option 5: Correct. The poem vividly portrays the woman’s feelings of alienation and solitude.
Final Answer: (5)

Answer 2

Step 1: Interpret the metaphor.
The ”drunken yellow flames” symbolize an omnipresent awareness of the woman’s isolation. The flames metaphorically represent her solitude and internal struggles.
Step 2: Evaluate the options.
- Option 1: Correct. The flames are symbolic of solitude and awareness of her loneliness. 
- Option 2: Incorrect. The poem does not depict turbulence or chaos in emotions. 
- Option 3: Incorrect. The flames are metaphorical and not literal indicators of location. 
- Option 4: Incorrect. There is no mention of preserving identity. 
- Option 5: Incorrect. The flames do not represent a pursuit or quest.
Final Answer: (1)