Question 2 of 12 You Pick

How tall is the one whose glass that is half-full;

How small is the one whose glass is a near-empty pool.

How sunny is the one who sees the bright side of things;

How gloomy is the one whose heart to clouds clings.

One smile, a snapshot of glee shared with a stranger;

One frown, a beast growling with anger.

A choice to be made:

for joy - will you bee an open door

Or barricade?

How does the word placement most clearly contribute to the meaning of this poem?

A. Giving the ideas in a logical sequence creates a stronger emphasis on the last stanza.

B. Repeating the first words of each stanza creates a contrast that reinforces the theme of unity.

C. Separating "frown" and "a" with a comma creates a stronger visual image.

D. setting off the last two words of the poem creates emphasis that reinforces the theme of choosing.