Tap out the stresses as you read line 9. Which analysis best describes the rhythm and its effect on meaning?It places equal emphasis on all syllables to create a quiet, relaxing mood.It maintains a perfect iambic pentameter with no variation for special emphasis.It breaks the iambic rhythm on the last three words to emphasis his love’s sweet face.It breaks the iambic rhythm on the first two syllables, setting the demanding tone of the line.
Answer
A
It places equal emphasis on all syllables to create a quiet, relaxing mood.
B
It maintains a perfect iambic pentameter with no variation for special emphasis.
C
It breaks the iambic rhythm on the last three words to emphasis his love’s sweet face.
D
It breaks the iambic rhythm on the first two syllables, setting the demanding tone of the line.