Which of the following lines from the raven best illustrates how the authors word choice impacts the mood and tone of the poem

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"Deep into that darkness peering, long I stood there wondering, fearing,
Doubting, dreaming dreams no mortal ever dared to dream before" - These lines illustrate the sense of foreboding and uncertainty that permeates the poem, as well as the mysterious and eerie tone. The author's choice of words such as "darkness," "fearing," "doubting," and "dreaming dreams" creates a sense of unease and sets the mood for the rest of the poem.