Source: Extra Practice

In Robert Frost's poem "Dust of Snow", what is the significance of the phrase 'saved some part / Of a day I had rued'?

Options

Option A

It implies that the poet had physically lost his way and the snow helped him find it.

Option B is correct

It indicates that the poet was able to reclaim the remaining portion of his day from regret and negativity.

Option C

It suggests that the poet regretted the snow falling on him and wished the day would end.

Option D

It shows that the poet was angry at the crow for ruining his quiet afternoon.