Question

Which line from the poem best reflects Tennyson’s grief and resilience after Hallam’s death?

• A. “We will no longer roam”
• B. “Death closes all”
• C. “To follow knowledge like a sinking star”
• D. “To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield”

Answer 1

Answer:

D. “To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield”

This line is a powerful expression of Tennyson’s personal resolve to push forward in life despite the profound loss of his friend. It has become an iconic motto for resilience and ambition in the face of suffering