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Silly, simpering, sideways sellout!
You’re neither man nor machine, but monstrously more!
Which poetic elements are present in this stanza?

Select the two correct answers.

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The stanza contains the following poetic elements:

  1. Alliteration: The repetition of initial consonant sounds in "silly," "simpering," and "sideways" emphasizes the playful and critical tone of the line.

  2. Imagery: The phrase "neither man nor machine, but monstrously more!" evokes vivid images and contrasts, stimulating the reader’s imagination and emphasizing the creature's extraordinary nature.

These two elements contribute to the overall impact of the stanza.