Which two poems in the following list are Odes written in the Horatian manner?

(A) Ben Jonson, To the Immortal Memory and Friendship of that Noble Pair, Sir Lucius Cary and Sir H. Morison
(B) Andrew Marvell, Upon Cromwell’s Return from Ireland
(C) Alexander Pope, Ode on Solitude
(D) Alfred Tennyson, Ode on the Death of the Duke of Wellington

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct option is B

Explanation:
Andrew Marvell’s Upon Cromwell’s Return from Ireland follows the Horatian manner with its contemplative style and restrained celebration of Cromwell’s achievements.
Alexander Pope’s Ode on Solitude also aligns with the Horatian tradition through its calm, reflective tone and personal exploration of solitude and simplicity.
These odes exhibit the balanced and introspective qualities of the Horatian manner, focusing on moral reflection and modest celebration.

Information Booster:
Horatian Ode: In the style of the Latin poet Horace from the first century BC, the Horatian ode is a brief lyric poem composed of two or four-line stanzas. The majority of Horace's odes are personal and introspective, dealing with friendship, love, and the art of poetry; they are frequently addressed to a friend, in contrast to the grandiose, heroic odes of the Greek poet Pindar.
Horace often writes in a calm, serious tone that is occasionally tinged with subtle humor as well as irony and melancholy. Following the passing of his friend Virgil, he became known as Rome's most prominent poet due to his urbane Epicureanism, personal attractiveness, aphoristic philosophy, and studied perfection.
This type of ode, inspired by Horace, is meditative and formal, focusing on personal emotions or societal themes.
Known for its restraint, intellectual reflection, and structured format.
Notable Features:
Gentle tone with philosophical underpinnings.
Uniform stanzaic structure.
About the Poets:
Andrew Marvell (1621–1678): A metaphysical poet known for blending intellect with lyricism, often reflecting on political and social themes.
Alexander Pope (1688–1744): A leading figure of the Augustan Age, Pope is celebrated for his wit, formality, and exploration of human nature in his works.

Additional Knowledge:
Ben Jonson’s To the Immortal Memory and Friendship of that Noble Pair, Sir Lucius Cary and Sir H. Morison is a Pindaric ode.
Alfred Tennyson’s Ode on the Death of the Duke of Wellington is a Pindaric ode, known for its grand and dramatic style.