C.) because it is figurative
An infinitive is a verbal (not a verb) that functions as a noun, adjective, or adverb. It usually consists of the word " to " followed by the verbal.
I went to the library (to study) for my Spanish exam.
" to study " is an infinitive and it is functioning as an adverb modifying the verb " went "
D. Both share a negative view of gender interactions.
In "The Lady's Dressing Room", Strephon sneaks into his lover's dressing room. He is surprised to find that it is not as nice and neat as she is. He is appalled at how dirty and unkempt it is. This new realization forever changes the way he sees her. In "The Dean's Provocation", a doctor goes to visit a prostitute that he has been admiring. However, while doing business with her, he is impotent. He blames the woman on his inability and she blames him. Both of these poem have a negative view of gender interactions.
These poems are also both written with rhyming couplets and they are both satires.
a and d
A because the repeated effect gives it a panicky tone. D because the poet is very disturbed, for his captain has just died and the repetition shows that he is unsure what to do next.
