Question #N1429
After spending a long time in the city, the speaker has a newfound appreciation for the natural world. The speaker mentions that the "countryside" is a "sweet" and "quiet" place, and then uses the phrase "it is a place for peace." What does the speaker mean when they say that the countryside is a place for peace?
The phrase "it is a place for peace" suggests that the speaker finds the countryside to be
A. a place where they can find relief from the stresses of city life.
B. a place that is free from conflict and violence.
C. a place where they can escape the noise and commotion of the city.
D. a place where they can find inspiration and creativity.
Correct Answer is: A
The speaker uses the phrase “it is a place for peace” to suggest that they find the countryside to be a place where they can find relief from the stresses of city life. This idea is further supported by the speaker’s description of the countryside as a “sweet” and “quiet” place.