Dactylic Hexameter and Tone in Vergil
In Vergil’s description of the fall of Troy in Book II, how does the use of dactylic hexameter contribute to the tone of the passage?
A
It creates an upbeat and lively rhythm that contrasts with the scene’s severity.
B
It injects humor and light-heartedness into the narrative.
C
It emphasizes the gravity and momentum of events unfolding.
D
It introduces a sense of peacefulness and closure amidst chaos.
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