Multiple choice

Sweep

Directions: Some words in the verse below have been highlighted. Select the best meaning for the corresponding word.

Whose woods these are I think I know.
His house is in the village, though;
He will not see me stopping here
To watch his woods fill up with snow.
My little horse must think it queer
To stop without a farmhouse near
Between the woods and frozen lake
The darkest evening of the year.
He gives his harness bells a shake
To ask if there is some mistake.
The only other sound's the sweep
Of easy wind and downy flake.
The woods are lovely, dark, and deep,
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep.

 

  1. Extent

  2. Clean

  3. Movement

  4. Clear

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

In this snowy scene, the 'sweep' refers to the sweeping movement or sound of the wind through the woods. The poet describes the gentle 'sweep of easy wind' - a continuous, flowing motion of air. 'Movement' best captures this sense of sweeping action. 'Clean' and 'clear' relate to the verb form of sweep (cleaning), while 'extent' is unrelated.