In "the second coming," what is symbolized by the "rough beast" of line 21?
a. nature
c. threats to society
b. baseless fears
d. christ, in a return to earth

c. threats to society

Explanation:

In the poem "The Second Coming," Yeats describes an apocalyptic and chaotic world. This is the modern world, the world after the Great War. Yeats reflects on this world, and he compares it to the one that has to end when the Messiah comes. This is where the name "The Second Coming" originates. However, the new creature that is coming is not Jesus, but instead a "rough beast." This beast represents destruction, and it threatens society as we know it.

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