Question

What is the effect of the author's use of assonance in the following line from "the Raven?"

"For the rare and radiant maiden whom the angels name Lenore-"

A. It creates emphasis on Lenore.
B. It explains Lenore's appearance.
C. It illustrates the theme of the poem.
D. It sets the informal tone of the poem

Answer 1

The answer is A, because that's what the raven is about.

Answer 2

A, it creates emphasis on Lenore.