Question

Which represents the best paraphrase for this line of verse from “To Mr. T. W.” by John Donne? Haste thee harsh verse as fast as thy lame measure Will give thee leave, to him, my pain and pleasure A. Quickly leave, before the verse gives you both pain and pleasure. B. Hurry, cruel verse, as fast as you can. Hurry to him, who is my sorrow and my joy. C. When time is short, it is pleasurable to make haste. D. Make haste, quickly, before I leave because time is short.

Answer 1

Answer:

The best answer is "B"

Hurry, cruel verse, as fast as you can. Hurry to him, who is my sorrow and my joy.

Answer 2

It is B, I just got it correct on my test.