Comprehension Passage
Read the given poem extract carefully and answer the following questions
"The sea is calm tonight.
The tide is full, the moon lies fair
Upon the straits; on the French coast the light
Gleams and is gone; the cliffs of England stand,
Glimmering and vast, out in the tranquil bay.
Come to the window, sweet is the night-air!"(Dover Beach)
What is the significance of the reference to the "French coast" in the given extract from "Dover Beach"?
1
It signifies a longing for travel and exploration.
2
It represents the close proximity yet unreachable distance of another world.
3
It symbolizes Arnold's admiration for French literature.
4
It highlights the natural beauty of the seascape.