Question

Which theme best fits "Porphyria's Lover"? * A: It's better to have loved and lost than to have never loved at all. B: If someone doesn't cooperate, make them. C: Always be cautious; shocking and unexpected behavior is a part of life. D: Don't lose your head.

Answer 1

Answer:

A). It's better to have loved and lost than to have never loved at all.

Explanation:

The theme that would most adequately fit Robert Browning's popular poem 'Porphyria's lover' would be that 'it's good to have loved and lost instead of never being loved at all.' This theme is clearly reflected through the insane act of Porphyria's lover who strangles his own beloved fearing that she might not love him the same way the next day or for her entire life. In order to grasp that loveful moment forever and to overcome the fear of losing her ever, he strangles her himself. This reflects that he wanted to be united with his beloved Porphyria's love even for that moment rather than living the entire life with the fear that she might not love him similarly. Thus, option A is the correct answer.