10th grade english how does the rhythm of iambic pentameter contribute to the meaning of shakespeare’s "sonnet 100”? select two options. 1. the stresses highlight important words and concepts. 2. the stressed syllables impart an impression of anger. 3. the irregular rhythm emphasizes unpleasant meanings. 4. the regular rhythm intensifies the emotional impact. 5.the singsong cadence adds to the sarcasm in the words.

1 and 4.

This metric line is used in traditional English poetry, and in the Sonnet 100, published in 1609, the stresses highlight important words and concepts, such as in the fourth line; "Darknening thy power to lend base subjects light?".

While the rhythm remains the same, the intensity varies according to what is being despicted by the words (Compare sixth line to the fouteenth line).

the answer is slaves

douglas was a slave who turned into a statesman and he refused to celebrate the 4th of july until all slaves were emancipated or set free.

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