Question

Q. 55 Which option correctly replaces the underlined phrase in the given line from The Ball Poem? The epistemology of loss, how to stand up A.the study to learn the nature of loss B.the study to learn the nature of grief C.the understanding of the nature of pain D.the understanding of the nature of suffering mounta​

Answer 1

Answer:

Option A. the study to learn the nature of loss.

Answer 2

Option A. the study to learn the nature of loss -This is the answer.

Explanation:

• In the poem "The Ball", the poet has beautifully showed how one has to learn to tackle loss in one's life.
• In the poem a small boy losses his ball while playing. Although it is just a ball which could be replaced, according to us, for the boy it is associated with his memories of playing with it.
• As the boy is in growing stage, he is beginning to experience a minor loss. The poet says this is how every one must learn to handle loss and stand up again.
• Thus, the epistemology (theory of knowledge) of loss is taught in the poem.
• Hence option A. the study to learn the nature of loss -is the answer.