Question

According to the notes, what does the "House" likely represent in "Because I Could Not Stop for Death"?

• A. A church
• B. The speaker's home
• C. The speaker’s grave
• D. A school

Answer 1

Answer:

C. The speaker’s grave

The "House" in "Because I Could Not Stop for Death" likely represents the speaker’s grave. It symbolizes the final destination of the journey with Death, marking the end of earthly life and the transition into the afterlife. The description of the house as a place where the horses' heads are directed towards suggests a sense of finality and rest.