Question

From the following phrases in the poem, select the option that correctly lists the examples of Antithesis.

1. When I cry the hills laugh; When I humble myself the flowers rejoice;
2. And between them I am a messenger of mercy.
3. When I bow, all things are elated.
4. The voice of thunder declares my arrival; The rainbow announces my departure.
5. I am dotted silver threads dropped from heaven.
6. I touch gently at the windows with my Soft fingers.

Options

• 1, 3, 4, 6

• 1, 3, 4

• 1, 3, 4, 5

• 1, 3, 5

Answer 1

1, 3, 4

Explanation:

Antithesis places contrasting ideas together. In these lines, the poet contrasts cry–laugh, humble–rejoice, bow–elated, and arrival–departure. These contrasts highlight the different effects and stages of rain.