which of the following poems is a dramatic monologue?
a. my last duchess
b. love among the ruins
c. childe roland to the dark tower came
d. all of these
Which one is written in first person?
To determine which of the following poems is a dramatic monologue, we need to understand what a dramatic monologue is. A dramatic monologue is a type of poem in which a single character, usually the speaker, addresses a silent listener in a specific situation or moment. The speaker reveals their thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a way that provides insight into their character.
Now, let's analyze the given options:
a. "My Last Duchess" by Robert Browning is a prime example of a dramatic monologue as the Duke of Ferrara speaks to an emissary about his late wife, revealing his possessive nature and his controlling behavior.
b. "Love Among the Ruins" by Robert Browning is not a dramatic monologue. It is a narrative poem that tells a story about a couple's enduring love amidst ruins.
c. "Childe Roland to the Dark Tower Came" by Robert Browning is not a dramatic monologue. It is an epic poem narrating the journey of the protagonist, Childe Roland, to a mysterious and challenging destination.
d. Therefore, the answer is a. "My Last Duchess" is the only poem among the given options that is a dramatic monologue.