Q
Which of the following statements best characterizes the last two stanzas of Charles Baudelaire’s symbolist poem “Correspondences” ?
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A
A. They describe the author’s experiences as a young child.
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B
B. They use metaphors with subtle political connotations.
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C
C. They ascribe colors and sounds to scents, relying on a device known as synesthesia.
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D
D. They describe a scene in the countryside, which symbolizes the state of the author’s soul.
Correct Answer:
C. C. They ascribe colors and sounds to scents, relying on a device known as synesthesia.
