Question

How does the changing rhythm contribute to the comic effect of the excerpt?

It introduces opposing ideas.

It builds up and deflates drama.

It introduces unexpected conclusions.

It intensifies tension.

Answer 1

Matilda told such Dreadful Lies,
It made one Gasp and Stretch one’s Eyes;
Her Aunt, who, from her Earliest Youth,
Had kept a Strict Regard for Truth,
Attempted to Believe Matilda:
The effort very nearly killed her,
And would have done so, had not She
Discovered this Infirmity.

For once, towards the Close of Day,
Matilda, growing tired of play,
And finding she was left alone,
Went tiptoe to the Telephone
And summoned the Immediate Aid
Of London's Noble Fire-Brigade.

Within an hour the Gallant Band
Were pouring in on every hand,
From Putney, Hackney Downs and Bow,
With Courage high and Hearts a-glow
They galloped, roaring through the Town,
"Matilda's House is Burning Down!"
Inspired by British Cheers and Loud
Proceeding from the Frenzied Crowd,
They ran their ladders through a score
Of windows on the Ball Room Floor;
And took Peculiar Pains to Souse
The Pictures up and down the House,
Until Matilda's Aunt succeeded
In showing them they were not needed…

Answer 2

Your answer is:B
Medal?

Answer 3

yes thanks man

Answer 4

I'm a girl but no problem :)

Answer 5

lol my bad

Answer 6

Any other problems?

Answer 7

Which device best establishes the comic nature of the poem?

figurative language

hyperbole

symbolism

imagery

Answer 8

same poem

Answer 9

Ok

Answer 10

Which do you think it is give me two answers.

Answer 11

symbolism?

Answer 12

Give me the definition of symbolism :)

Answer 13

In your own words please?

Answer 14

saying one thing meaning another?

Answer 15

hold on

Answer 16

Why do you think its symbolism

Answer 17

bc she saying one thing but doing another?

Answer 18

What grade are you in?

Answer 19

10

Answer 20

sym·bol·ism
ˈsimbəˌlizəm/Submit
noun
the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.
"he has always believed in the importance of symbolism in garden art"
symbolic meaning attributed to natural objects or facts.
"the old-fashioned symbolism of flowers"
an artistic and poetic movement or style using symbolic images and indirect suggestion to express mystical ideas, emotions, and states of mind. It originated in late 19th century France and Belgium, with important figures including Mallarmé, Maeterlinck, Verlaine, Rimbaud, and Redon.
noun: Symbolism

Answer 21

Hehe oops

Answer 22

I think your right.

Answer 23

so you think its symbolism also?

Answer 24

Yes

Answer 25

incorrect

Answer 26

Do you have study hall in 10th grade?

Answer 27

im homeschooled

Answer 28

I know, figured k12 same as me, do you have study hall class connects?

Answer 29

no im through school board i not with k12

Answer 30

Oh ok.

Answer 31

Then should be c

Answer 32

i use plato web

Answer 33

Ok any others?

Answer 34

I have 15 minutes, im on 10-11 am.

Answer 35

Helping 2 students at once. So, I think I can help with one more..

Answer 36

ok

Answer 37

So whats the other question?

Answer 38

got none at moment :)

Answer 39

Alright well if you need help tomorrow just link me ok?
Thanks!
Nerdy,

Answer 40

ok :)