What are some of the hallmarks or conventions of the poetic form of the ode ?
Correct answer: B. Complexity in language, lengthiness in form, and seriousness in attitude
- A. Simplicity in language, brevity in form, and humorousness in attitude
- B. Complexity in language, lengthiness in form, and seriousness in attitude
- C. Simplicity in language, lengthiness in form, and humorousness in attitude
- D. Complexity in language, brevity in form, and humorousness in attitude
Explanation
The ode traditionally uses elevated or complex language, considerable length, and a serious, reflective attitude. Humour, brevity, and simplicity belong more readily to lighter poetic forms.
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