Question

Which prestigious position was offered to Gray in 1757?

• A. Chair of Poetry at Oxford
• B. Poet Laureate
• C. Professor of Rhetoric at Edinburgh
• D. Chief Librarian at the British Museum

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Poet Laureate

• In 1757, Thomas Gray was offered the prestigious position of Poet Laureate of England, a title given to a distinguished poet appointed by the monarch.

• However, Gray declined the offer, as he was known to be highly self-critical and preferred a quiet, scholarly life over public recognition.