"His mighty mouth was like a furnace door./A wrangler and buffoon, he had a store/Of tavern stories, filthy in the main."
Which of these is nearest in meaning to the word buffoon, as it is used in the passage above?
(1 point)
• scholar
• cleric
• writer
• joker
• joker
The word "buffoon" in the passage above refers to someone who is a joker.
To determine the meaning of the word "buffoon" as used in the passage, we can analyze the context and look for clues. In the given lines, it is described that the person being referred to has a "mighty mouth" and tells "tavern stories, filthy in the main." This suggests that the person is not serious or intellectual, but rather someone who engages in foolish or clownish behavior.
Considering the given options, the word "buffoon" is most closely related to a "joker." A buffoon typically refers to a person who behaves in a silly or foolish manner, often to entertain others. While a scholar, cleric, or writer may possess different qualities and skills, they do not necessarily encompass the sense of humor and frivolity associated with a buffoon.
Therefore, the correct answer is:
• joker.