Each night it speaks, in rhythm and rhyme, Of memories, dreams, the passage of time, Through shadows, and winds, and the creatures that rove,

Question

The forest reveals its eternal love

How does the phrase "in rhythm and rhyme" in line 21
contribute to the poem's mood?

A
It creates a sense of dissonance.
B

It portrays a feeling of chaos.
C
It indicates a feeling of urgency.

D
It suggests the night is calm.

E
It imbues a musical harmony.

Answer 1

E. It imbues a musical harmony.

The phrase "in rhythm and rhyme" suggests a sense of order and structure, similar to the way music follows a specific pattern. This contributes to the overall mood of the poem by creating a sense of harmony and cohesion within the imagery of the forest speaking each night.