Question

What impact or effect do the middle two stanzas have upon the reader?

A) They underline the central mystery of the poem.
B)They help build up the tension towards an ominous conclusion:
C)They serve as comic relief in the middle of an otherwise serious poem.
They lull the reader into complacency before providing a shocking twist
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Answer 1

The correct answer is They help build up the tension towards an ominous conclusion. The middle two stanzas talk of how the speaker's hate is building, even as he resolutely keeps it secret, thus creating a palpable sense of tension.

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Answer 2

Answer: B : They help build up the tension towards an onmious conclusion.

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