What elements of sound and rhythm are consistent between the two stanzas?

What will be an ideal response?


The two stanzas are virtually identical in structure and movement. The first and third lines of each stanza are in iambic pentameter, with feminine endings; the second line of each stanza has three beats, beginning with an accented syllable; the last line of each is iambic dimeter: these short, abrupt lines reinforce the theme of the brevity of life. Both stanzas also rely on alliteration (long/laughter/love, portion/pass; wine/while/within; misty/emerges) and long vowel sounds (weeping, desire, gate; wine, roses, dream) to enhance the sense of mournfulness and gloom. The slow pace and gentle rhythms common to the two stanzas also communicate an atmosphere of tragic resignation.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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