Question

Select the correct answer from each drop-down menu.

Answer 1

This poem shows a comparison between the haircut of a woman named Arabela and the mythological world of the gods. Below is the meaning of the phrases highlighted in the question:

• a heav'nly image: This phrase is a metaphor for when Arabela looked at her image in the mirror. The poet refers to the vision she had as a celestial image.
• all Arabia breathes:  In this sentence the poet is referring to the perfume imported from Arabia that Arabella uses. It is also a metaphor for the riches that exist in different places in the world.
• The Tortoise here and the Elephant: It is also a metaphor for the riches of the world. In addition, in this line the author is referring to the combs that Arabela uses that are made of tortoise shell and elephant tusk.

Answer 2

1. "a heav'nly image" = 
the apparition of a goddess 


2. "all Arabia breathes" = perfume imported  

3. "The Tortoise here and the Elephant" = 
combs of a variety of shapes and sizes