Byron mockingly referred to 'Peddlers,' 'Boats,' and 'Wagons.' What was he criticizing with this biting remark?

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The classical style championed by Pope and DrydenThe awkward and convoluted storylines of ShakespeareColeridge's exotic and Eastern-inspired themesWordsworth’s focus on common, everyday subjectsNone of the above

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Byron’s sarcastic mention of 'Peddlers,' 'Boats,' and 'Wagons' was aimed at Wordsworth’s poetic emphasis on ordinary life and mundane details, highlighting his dedication to depicting everyday experiences.

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Byron mockingly referred to 'Peddlers,' 'Boats,' and 'Wagons.' What was he criticizing with this biting remark?

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