Single Answer MCQ
Q-00076697

What does the term 'oldest blood' refer to in Kamala Das's poem?

1

Her family's aristocratic lineage

2

A mystical connection to the past

3

A metaphor for purity and tradition

4

The writer's personal experiences

Answer and Solution

Answer

C. A metaphor for purity and tradition

Solution:

The term 'oldest blood' symbolizes a metaphor for purity and tradition, indicating a proud heritage in contrast to the 'new-rich' people. The other options do not capture the essence of tradition represented by the 'oldest blood'.

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