Question

Click to read "Loveliest of Trees, the Cherry Now by A. E. Housman. Then answer the question. Why does Housman emphasize the word now in the poem?
A. To allow the reader to enjoy the slow buildup of the poem

B. To make it clear that this event is happening right now

C. To draw attention to the importance of living in the present moment

D. To suggest that the reader go outside immediately​

Answer 1

A. E. Housman emphasizes the word "now" in the poem C. To draw attention to the importance of living in the present moment.

Blooming cherry trees are the main topic of this poem as well as springtime. Springtime represents resurrection and, in this way, the speaker is also going through his own resurrection by this change of season. The word "now" is repeated to emphasize that we should get the most of our lives and enjoy the present, admiring nature to its maximum extent.