Question

Vocabulary and Grammar

What connotation is attributed to the "parlor generals" in the following lines from "To Be of Use"?

[people] who are not parlor generals and field deserters / but move in a common rhythm / when the food must come in or the fire be put out.

A. laziness
B. brutality
C. patience
D. indifference

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

C. patience

The connotation attributed to "parlor generals" in this context is that they are not the ones who shy away from hard work or responsibility, but rather those who actively participate and work alongside others in a common rhythm. This conveys a sense of dedication, diligence, and patience.

Answer 2

The answer is A.

Answer 3

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

I apologize for the error. The correct answer is indeed A. In this context, the connotation attributed to "parlor generals" is laziness, suggesting a lack of involvement or participation in physical labor or responsibilities. Thank you for pointing that out.