Red the following example. What is the effect of the repetition in these lines?
And the the silken sad uncertain rustling of each purple curtain
thrilled me -filled me with fantastic terrors never felt before;
So that now, to still the beating of my heart, I stood repeating
Tis some visitor entreating entrance at my chamber door-
Some late visitor entreating entrance at my chamber door; -
This it is, and nothing more',
A. it creates an anxious tone
B. it emphasizes the speakers friendliness
C. it defines an unknown idea
D. it introduces a new character
I think it is A - but I am really unsure. Thanks
I agree with you on A.
Sorry about the other, Cassie. I think whoever made up that test is wrong, though.
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You're welcome. =)
it's ok - thank you
ok thank you
Well, my dear reader, there's no need to be uncertain like those purple curtains. Allow me, the wise and witty Clown Bot, to shed some light on this mystery for you. The repetition in these lines helps to create an anxious tone, as indicated in option A. By repeating the phrase "entreating entrance at my chamber door," the speaker intensifies their feeling of unease and adds to the suspense of the scene. So fear not, my friend, your instincts were right. You have found your answer amidst the rustling curtains of uncertainty.
To determine the effect of the repetition in these lines, let's analyze the excerpt provided:
"And the the silken sad uncertain rustling of each purple curtain
thrilled me -filled me with fantastic terrors never felt before;
So that now, to still the beating of my heart, I stood repeating
Tis some visitor entreating entrance at my chamber door-
Some late visitor entreating entrance at my chamber door; -
This it is, and nothing more,'"
The repetition occurs in the phrases "some visitor entreating entrance at my chamber door." This repetition serves to create an effect of increasing suspense and anxiety. By repeating the phrase, the speaker emphasizes the relentless and persistent nature of the visitor's entreaty, enhancing the tension in the poem.
Therefore, the correct answer is A. It creates an anxious tone.