Which of the following lines from “The Raven” best illustrates how the author’s word choice impacts the mood and tone of the poem? (1 point) Responses “Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary,” “Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary,” “Presently my soul grew stronger; hesitating then no longer,” “Presently my soul grew stronger; hesitating then no longer,” “Doubting, dreaming dreams no mortal ever dared to dream before;” “Doubting, dreaming dreams no mortal ever dared to dream before;” “Nothing further then he uttered, not a feather then he fluttered—”
“Nothing further then he uttered, not a feather then he fluttered—”
This line illustrates how the author's word choice impacts the mood and tone of the poem by creating a sense of finality and darkness. The repetition of the "f" sound in "further," "uttered," "feather," and "fluttered" adds to the eerie and tense atmosphere of the poem. Additionally, the use of enjambment enhances the sense of suspense and foreboding.