Question

Based on this excerpt from "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" by Robert Frost, which statement best summarizes a theme in the poem?
The woods are lovely, dark and deep,
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep.



A. Quietness and Isolation are tempting
B. The route through the woods is too dark to safely travel.
C. Long trips are very tiring.
D. The country is a better place to live than the city.

Answer 1

The Quietness and isolation are tempting. 

The poem's theme has been debated over by many. But analyzing the different points of view, the best answer would be A. It shows portrays a sort of longing freedom, whether it be death or freedom from obligations once he passes the quest woods. Thus, making it tempting.