I saw it go Merrily bouncing, down the street, and then Merrily over-there it is in the water! No use to say 'Othere are other balls': An ultimate shaking grief fixes the boy As he stands rigid, trembling, staring down All his young days into the harbour where His ball went
The poet uses the ball as a symbol of the boy's:

Options

A. sense of adventure.
B. carefree childhood days.
C. ability to bounce back.
D. extended family.

Answer

B

Explanation

The childhood days are full of fun and carelessness. These days, once lost, can never be regained.