Question

Life is real! Life is earnest!

And the grave is not its goal;

Dust thou art, to dust returnest,

Was not spoken of the soul.


How does this stanza express an optimistic view?

It suggests that life continues after death.

It advises readers to take care of their bodies.

It urges readers to be brave in the face of death.

It suggests that readers should live life to the fullest.

Answer 1

The correct answer to the following question is option “A”. Hope this helped! Have a great day.

Answer 2

This stanza might suggest that life continues after death. (option A). It is presented as a positive view of death and how "the grave" might not be a final destination for people and it might be as real as life. It seems that life is not resumed to the present but what comes after death.