Which of the following literary devices has been employed in "And murmuring of innumerable bees"?

Correct option is C

Explanation:

Onomatopoeia is a literary device where a word imitates a natural sound. In the given phrase, "murmuring of innumerable bees," the word "murmuring" mimics the actual soft buzzing sound made by bees, making it an example of onomatopoeia.

This technique enhances imagery and helps the reader to hear the sound through words.

Information Booster:

Definition of Onomatopoeia – Words that imitate natural sounds to create auditory imagery.

Examples of Onomatopoeia in Literature:
"The buzzing bees flew over the blooming flowers."
"The leaves rustled in the wind."
"The thunder roared across the sky."

Purpose of Onomatopoeia:
Enhances sensory experience.
Creates a realistic effect in poetry and prose.
Helps in sound-based imagery.

Common Onomatopoeic Words:
Animal Sounds: buzz, hiss, meow, chirp.
Water Sounds: splash, drip, gush.
Impact Sounds: bang, crash, thud.

Use in Poetry: – Poets often use onomatopoeia to create rhythmic and sound effects, making poems more expressive.

Famous Poets Who Used Onomatopoeia:
Alfred Lord Tennyson (Come Down, O Maid – "murmuring of innumerable bees").
Edgar Allan Poe (The Bells – "tinkle, tinkle, tinkle").

Additional Knowledge:
Irony  – Irony involves a contrast between appearance and reality.
Metaphor  – A metaphor is a direct comparison between two unrelated things without using like or as (e.g., "Life is a journey.").
Alliteration  – Though there is some repetition of sounds (murmuring, innumerable), the primary device here is onomatopoeia, as it mimics sound rather than simply repeating consonants.