Question

One of the main charges against metaphysical poetry is:

• A. It is obscure
• B. It lacks emotional depth.
• C. It adheres strictly to traditional poetic forms.
• D. It primarily focuses on political themes.

Answer 1

Answer:

A. It is obscure

• Critics felt it was hard to follow due to its complexity.

• However, it is difficult but not truly obscure — meaning is present if studied carefully.

• The density requires deep reading.