William mentioned “it was spring” in “Landscape With the Fall of Icarus” to:
To contrast the idea of birth and renewal with Icarus’s death.
Explanation:
In the poem, “Landscape With the Fall of Icarus” is the recreation of the famous painting made by Pieter Bruegel. The poem has been written in the way as it evokes the image portrayed in the painting. The poetry was written in the way as the painting was made.
A literary analysis includes rhetorical devices and in a claim statement, it should give an opinion supported by factual information. Therefore, D is the best answer. Hope this Helps!