Question

Which of the following expresses a possible theme for "The Cremation of Sam McGee"?
A-People never lose their longing for home.
B-Gold prospecting isn't for everyone.
C-We sometimes regret the promises we make.
D- Some people just can't tolerate cold weather.

Answer 1

THE ANSWER FOR THIS IS B

Answer 2

The possible theme for "The Cremation of Sam McGee" is that we sometimes regret the promises we make.

What are the themes of "The Cremation of Sam McGee"?

The themes of "The Cremation of Sam McGee" are death, perseverance, and loyalty.

The speaker of "The Cremation of Sam McGee" declares in the stanza seven that "a promise made is a debt unpaid" which clearly suggests that he regret the promise he made to his friend. He equates a vow to an outstanding obligation. But there was a strict code to follow in order to keep that pledge.

He detested the objects he was about to burn. This passage reflects the speaker's conflicted emotional state of mind. He was initially saddened by his friend's passing. He hated McGee's corpse, too, at the same moment. All of these incidents and moments reflect the regret of promise made to Sam McGee.

Thus, the correct option is C that is "We sometimes regret the promises we make".

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