What does the poet suggest about society's indifference towards refugees?

Society welcomes refugees with open arms.

Society is indifferent and unwelcoming.

Society is entirely unaffected by their plight.

Society actively supports refugees.

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B. Society is indifferent and unwelcoming.

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The correct answer is 'Society is indifferent and unwelcoming.' The poem reveals deep sadness and highlights how refugees feel unwelcome in society, emphasizing their plight contrasted with societal indifference.

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