APFIVE Function of the Volta in a Sonnet
In a sonnet that shifts from despair to hope at the volta, what is the most likely impact of this structural choice on the poem’s meaning?
A
It emphasizes the contrast between two emotional states.
B
It undermines the speaker’s credibility by introducing inconsistency.
C
It diminishes the overall emotional impact of the poem.
D
It indicates a chronological progression in time within the narrative.
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