Read the stanza from Allen Ginsberg’s "A Supermarket in California."In my hungry fatigue, and shopping for images, I went into the neon fruit supermarket, dreaming of your enumerations! Which statement best reflects the feeling conveyed in this stanza?
Answer
A
The oversized store and numerous visuals create a confused feeling.
B
The colorful signage and fresh produce create an energetic feeling.
C
The superficial lighting and large market create a feeling of isolationism.
D
The huge market and bright images create a feeling of being overwhelmed.
Explanation
The speaker describes being tired and hungry while entering a supermarket filled with bright, artificial “neon” images and many things to look at. The contrast between his fatigue and the abundance of visual stimulation suggests that the huge, bright market feels overwhelming. Choice C best captures that feeling.
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