Question

What would suffice if the world were to perish twice?
A) ice
B) fire
C) hatred
D) both A and B​

Answer 1

Explanation:

According to the poet, the world will end due to the 'fire', which symbolises desire. But if the world had to end twice then it will be due to the hatred symbolised by 'ice'.

Answer 2

The would suffice if the world were to perish twice is (a) ice.

Explanation:

• According to the poet the world will end due to the fire which symbolises desire.
• But if the world had to end twice then it will be due to the hatred symbolised by ice.
• Even ice is sufficient and strong enough to cause the destruction of this world.
• If this world has to perish twice then there is no need for fire to destroy it twice.
• Ice is as strong and great a cause that can cause the end of this world.
• Hatred can make our minds numb cold thoughts and reasoning makes us insensitive and cruel.
• So the poet thinks that Ice or hate can be a great and strong cause for the destruction of this world ice or hatred will suffice to bring an end to this world.
• Suffice is the last word in Robert Frost's poem fire and Ice.The word suffice means that something is good enough or adequate.