Read the excerpt from “In the Greenest of Our Valleys,” by Edgar Allan Poe.Vast forms that move fantasticallyTo a discordant melody;While, like a rapid ghastly river,Through the pale door,A hideous throng rush out foreverHow does Poe use a sound device in the excerpt?
Answer
A
He uses euphony to illustrate the constancy of nature.
B
He uses alliteration to draw attention to the suffering.
C
He uses cacophony to emphasize the evil nature of tragedy.
D
He uses internal rhyme to enhance the rhythm of his lyrical poem.
Explanation
Poe uses harsh, jarring sounds in phrases such as “discordant melody,” “ghastly river,” and “hideous throng.” This cacophony matches the frightening images and emphasizes the evil, tragic atmosphere. The correct choice is “He uses cacophony to emphasize the evil nature of tragedy.”
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