DULCE ET DECORUM EST
Read the poem slowly aloud, and notice the rhythm of the
lines. Every other syllable is emphasized, as if the beat was:
"da DUM da DUM da DUM da DUM da DUM." How does this
rhythm, like a drumbeat or a heartbeat, contribute to the
overall meaning of the poem?

Rhythm is the distinguishing factor which sets poetry apart from normal speech; it creates a tone for the poem, and it can generate emotions or enhance ideas.

Paying attention to rhythm of a poem is important because it's key to understanding the full effect of a poem.

DULCE ET DECORUM EST Read the poem slowly aloud, and notice the rhythm of the lines. Every other syllable is emphasized, as if the beat was: "da DUM da DUM da DUM da DUM da DUM." How does this rhythm, like a drumbeat or a heartbeat, contribute to the overall meaning of the poem?

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Rhythm of a poem and it's function

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DULCE ET DECORUM EST
Read the poem slowly aloud, and notice the rhythm of the
lines. Every other syllable is emphasized, as if the beat was:
"da DUM da DUM da DUM da DUM da DUM." How does this
rhythm, like a drumbeat or a heartbeat, contribute to the
overall meaning of the poem?