Question

What contributed to the urbane and civilized tone in Andrew Marvell’s works?

• A. His isolation and introspection
• B. His focus on rural simplicity
• C. His travels and broad cultural interests
• D. His strict adherence to religious dogma

Answer 1

Answer:

C. His travels and broad cultural interests

• Marvell's extensive travels across Europe gave him a cosmopolitan outlook.

• These experiences shaped the refined and polished tone of his poetry.

• His tone reflects cultural awareness, not rigid austerity or technical writing.