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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Evaluating a Text's Significance in History: Henry David Thoreau - "Civil Disobedience"

Question 10 • Common Core ELA 11 - ELA3011 CR

How does Dickinson’s use of rhyme reflect her interpretation of the traditional ballad form?

Answer
A
She follows the tradition of the ballad by using perfect rhyme.
B
She uses rhyme in a variety of ways to combine the ballad with her own style.
C
She avoids rhyme altogether to create a more modern style.
D
She uses rhyme incorrectly because she doesn’t understand the ballad form.

Explanation

Dickinson often draws on the ballad’s familiar rhythm and rhyme patterns, but she does not stick to perfect rhyme throughout. She uses varied forms of rhyme, including slant rhyme, where words have similar but not identical sounds. This lets her combine the traditional ballad form with a distinctive personal style, so B is correct.

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