Which emotion primarily drives the poet’s plea for a quill?

Anger

Desperation

Joy

Fear

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Answer

B. Desperation

Solution:

The poet expresses desperation in her request for a quill, as it signifies her need to communicate and connect with her mother tongue. Anger, joy, and fear are not the underlying emotions conveyed.

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