In "The Chimney Sweeper," the speaker knows Tom Dacre because:
C. they work together.
Explanation:
- The speaker in "The Chimney Sweeper" knows Tom Dacre because they both work together as chimney sweepers.
- Working together in the harsh conditions of chimney sweeping creates a bond between the two characters, leading to their familiarity with each other.
- This connection through shared work experiences is significant in understanding the relationship between the speaker and Tom Dacre in the poem.
