English, 19.01.2020 21:31 kalebrayburn62

Now look carefully at those same lines: if you can bear to hear the truth you've spoken twisted by knaves to make a trap for fools, the word bear is not necessary. the lines would still make sense if they read: if you can hear the truth you've spoken twisted by knaves to make a trap for fools,

why do you think the poet specifically included the word bear in the line

a: the poet wants to inspire the reader, and cause him to think that he will be able to change the world.

b: the poet wants to soothe the reader, and convince him that it will be easy to follow his advice.

c: the poet wants to emphasize that the person who follows his advice must have great strength of character.

d: the poet wants to challenge the reader, and is daring the reader to follow his advice.

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