Which of the following was not a reason wordsworth wrote "preface to lyrical ballads? "
a. an introduction to lyric poetry
b. a systematic defens
c. a manifesto
d. a prose

B). A systematic defens.

Explanation:

As per the question, the option that does exemplify a reason for which Wordsworth wrote 'Preface to lyric poetry' is option B 'a systematic defens'. 'Preface to Lyrical Ballads' marked the beginning of the romantic era in literature which was a reaction against the rationalization and reason of the 'Augustan era' that blindly imitated the classical notions without paying heed to individual emotion or freedom.

There were several reasons for writing "Preface to Lyrical Ballads" like presenting the essential characteristics of poetry(manifesto of Wordsworth's poetic diction) and provide an introduction to lyric poetry . Thus, option B is the correct answer as it has no affiliation to writing 'Preface to Lyrical Ballads'.

the answer is a).

what is a theme?

ans: the implicit idea of a written work of literature is called a theme.

so, the only theme of "birdfoot's grampa" by joseph bruchuc is that as a human being one should always remember the value of every life on earth.

the grampa is stopping the car again and again to save those little toads from washing away in the heavy rain is an act of kindness and humanity.