Question

A hurry of hoofs in a village-street,
A shape in the moonlight, a bulk in the dark,
And beneath from the pebbles, in passing, a spark
Struck out by a steed that flies fearless and fleet:

Which of the following statements best explains the effect of the alliteration in these lines?

The alliteration produces a complicated end rhyme scheme.

The alliteration creates a slow, suspenseful rhythm.

The alliteration gives human qualities to the hooves and the horse.

The alliteration creates a fast pace like the horses' hooves.