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Stanza 2
The spectators gathered around the old field
To cheer on all the young women and men
The final event of the day was approaching
Excitement was high to begin.
The spectators gathered around the old field
To cheer on all the young women and men
The final event of the day was approaching
Excitement was high to begin.
Line by Line
Lines 1-2: “The spectators gathered around the old field / To cheer on all the young women and men”
Important words
spectators
→ people who watch
gathered
→ came together; collected
cheer on
→ to shout support for someone
Meaning: The crowd has come together around the old sports field. They are there to cheer and support all the young athletes competing.
Lines 3-4: “The final event of the day was approaching / Excitement was high to begin.”
Important words
final event
→ the last race of the day
approaching
→ coming closer
excitement was high
→ everyone was very excited
Meaning: The last race of the day is about to start. Everyone is very excited and eager for it to begin.
Summary of Stanza 2
The crowd has gathered around the old field. They are there to cheer for all the young men and women. The last race of the day is about to start. Everyone is very excited.
