In "A Birthday," Rossetti uses some antiquated words such as "halcyon," "vair," and "dais." What would be the best strategy for making meaning from this poem?

Question 14 options:

a)

Take notes.

b)

Write down the definitions.

c)

Read once, then look up the words and record definitions, then re-read to see if you can apply meaning.

d)

Skim the poem.