Which of the following companions of Death are mentioned in the poem, Death Be Not Proud?
- (a)Sword, water and fire
- (b)Poison, war and sickness
- (c)Accidents, bruises and tragedies
- (d)Disease, mental health and wellbeing
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Correct option: (b)
Answer: (b) Poison, war and sickness
In John Donne's sonnet, the poet states that Death dwells with 'poison, war, and sickness' ('And dost with poison, war, and sickness dwell'), showing Death's base associations.
From ISC 2026 English Literature Paper 1, question 1(ix).