Question

How do the repeated images of and references to fallen leaves in Hopkins's "Spring and Fall: To a Young Child" function in the poem? A. as an example that helps young readers understand the seasons B. as a simile that prompts readers to appreciate the good things in life C. as a theme that helps readers understand human experience D. as a motif that helps readers grasp the poem's theme

Answer 1

I'm pretty sure the correct answer is C) As a theme that helps readers understand human experience. Hope this helps.