To which nationality does the poet Walt Whitman belong?

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  1. Africa
  2. Canada
  3. The U.S.A.
  4. France

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Option 3 : The U.S.A.
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The correct answer is 'The U.S.A.'

Key Points

  • The nationality to which the poet 'Walt Whitman' belongs is 'The U.S.A.'.
    • Walt Whitman: 
      • Walt Whitman, in full Walter Whitman, (born May 31, 1819, West Hills, Long Island, New York, U.S.—died March 26, 1892, Camden, New Jersey), American poet, journalist, and essayist whose verse collection Leaves of Grass, first published in 1855, is a landmark in the history of American literature.
      • His work was controversial in its time, particularly his poetry collection Leaves of Grass, which was described as obscene for its overt sensuality.
      • Whitman's own life came under scrutiny for his presumed homosexuality.
  • Therefore, as per the points mentioned above, we find that the correct answer is Option 3.

Correct Answer: The U.S.A.

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