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Which statement best captures the main argument presented by the speaker in "Love's Philosophy"?
ANature doesn't care about human feelings, making love seem pointless.
BSince everything in nature connects with each other, the beloved should join the speaker in love as well.✓
CThe speaker feels heartbroken over unrequited love and looks for solace in faith.
DThe beauty found in nature is greater than that of human love.
Rationale
The speaker illustrates his point by referencing nature—like rivers flowing into the ocean, winds blending together, and waves embracing each other—to suggest that it’s only natural for the beloved to kiss and be with him, implying that her refusal goes against nature's principles.
Which of the following best describes the central argument the speaker makes in "Love's Philosophy"?
ANature does not care about human feelings and relationships.
BSince everything in nature comes together, the beloved should also come together with the speaker in love.✓
CThe speaker mourns that love is temporary and destined to fail.
DThe speaker encourages the beloved to see the beauty in the natural world.
Rationale
In "Love's Philosophy," the speaker uses examples from nature — like rivers flowing into the ocean, winds mixing together, and waves embracing — to illustrate that just as everything in nature connects, it is only natural (and right) for the beloved to kiss and unite with him.