Question

why would the person being addressed 'murmur',a little sadly" when you are old"​

Answer 1

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The poem reflects the sadness of the 'voice' at having been rejected by the person he loves. It is also cautionary - warning the person to whom the lines are addressed that she is likely to be lonely in old age.

Answer 2

Answer:

The poem reflects the sadness of the 'voice' at having been rejected by the person he loves. It is also cautionary - warning the person to whom the lines are addressed that she is likely to be lonely in old age.