Select all that apply. Which words or phrases best contribute to a romantic mood?
from Song: to Celia
by Ben Jonson
Drink to me only with thine eyes,
And I will pledge with mine;
Or leave a kiss but in the cup.
And I'll not look for wine.
The thirst that from the soul doth rise
Doth ask a drink divine;
But might I of Jove's nectar sup,
I would not change for thine.
I sent thee late a rosy wreath,
Not so much honouring thee,
As giving it a hope that there
It could not withered be.
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pledge with mine

leave a kiss

not change for thine

withered

Explanation:

A romantic mood is inspired by expressions of love and fondness. Words and phrases that contribute to a romantic mood in the poem above include;

"pledge with mine": In this phrase, the poet promises to pledge loyalty and love for his partner with his eyes.

"leave a kiss": A kiss is a romantic way of expressing love. The poet urges his love interest to leave a kiss for him.

"not change for thine": The poet still pledges loyalty to Celia and promises not to change for her.

"withered": He sent a rose flower to her which is a symbol of love and hoped that it will not wither.

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a. both connotative and denotative.