Question

Explain the stanza first in the poem nine gold medals by David Roth

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Nine Gold Medals: Explanation by lines

Stanza 1

The athletes had come from so many countries

To run for the gold and the silver and bronze

Many weeks and months in training

All building up to the games

Athletes have come from many countries all over the world to take part in the Special Olympics. They were there to compete for medals – gold, silver and bronze. They have gone through strenuous training for months to participate in the events with high hopes and dreams of winning medals.

Stanza 2

All round the field spectators were gathered

Cheering on all the young women and men

Then the final event of the day was approaching

The last race about to begin

A large audience was present at the ground to cheer the participants of different events. They cheered and enjoyed throughout the day. Now it was time for the final event of the day – the race. People were eagerly waiting for the event to begin.

Answer 2

Answer:

Athletes have come from many countries all over the world to take part in the Special Olympics. They were there to compete for medals – gold, silver and bronze. They have gone through strenuous training for months to participate in the events with high hopes and dreams of winning medals.