I’m working on my independent online school for English 11, Semester 2, but I don’t have any teachers to ask for help, and my mom isn’t familiar with the subject either.
I’m trying to determine which definition fits with this sentence, but I’m having a hard time. English is my most challenging subject, and this is just a reading guide for an upcoming quiz, not an assignment or test.
The specific sentence I’m focusing on is: “‘Go in fear of abstractions’ Pound writes, because abstractions fall short of conveying true, meaningful experience and suffocate the images at work.”
Here’s the whole paragraph for context.
Both definitions seem like they could apply, so I’m a bit confused. Any guidance would be appreciated!
Based on the sentence you provided—”‘Go in fear of abstractions’ Pound writes, because abstractions fall short of conveying true, meaningful experience and suffocate the images at work”—it seems to convey a critique of abstract concepts that don’t resonate with real experiences.
To match this with the definitions you mentioned, look for the one that emphasizes the limitations of abstract language or ideas in capturing genuine emotional or sensory experiences. This definition might highlight how abstractions can obscure rather than clarify understanding.
Since both definitions seem to partially match, focus on which one specifically addresses how abstractions hinder clarity or make it difficult to connect with real-life experiences. If one definition emphasizes this point more clearly than the other, that would likely be the better match for the sentence.
If you still find it difficult to choose, consider discussing the definitions with someone or looking for key phrases that stand out, which might help guide you in making your final decision. Good luck!