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Which of these statements is generally true about metaphysical poetry? It illustrates the ideal of platonic love. It is steeped in scientific imagery. It uses deeply religious content. It was composed to express social criticism.

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The statement which is true about metaphysical poetry is that it is steeped in scientific imagery. Since it concerns more on the rational part of poetry touching different aspects in life and connect it with science’s existence. It also talks on religion and satires. The type of poetry emerged 16th century.

The statements which are generally true about metaphysical poetry are:

It illustrates the ideal of platonic love.  

The term metaphysical poets have been termed by Dr. Samuel Johnson in his book “Lives of the Eminent English Poets.” metaphysical poets were the group of poets who used wit and 'conceits' in their poetry. The poets are highly intellectual and used strange imagery to convey their thoughts. The purpose of the poems is to question such questions which can not be answered with the help of sciences. Reality is questioned in a philosophical way. Religion and consciousness are the main topics of this form of poetry. The questions asked have no solution.

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