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What is the verse form of Ulysses?

ARhymed couplets

BBlank verse

CFree verse

DHaiku

Answer:

B. Blank verse

Read Explanation:

Significance of Blank Verse in Ulysses

  • Natural Flow – The lack of rhyme gives the poem a conversational and fluid quality, making Ulysses’ speech feel more spontaneous.

  • Grandeur and Dignity – The steady iambic pentameter mirrors the rhythmic quality of epic poetry, reinforcing Ulysses’ heroic stature.

  • Dramatic Effect – As a dramatic monologue, blank verse helps convey Ulysses’ inner conflicts, aspirations, and emotions effectively.


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