Question

which statement best describes the rhythm of \song of myself\? the poem is completely without rhythm or cadence. an underlying consistent rhythm is present, but the lines mask it. the rhythm is very similar to the rhythm of everyday speech. some stanzas have a definite rhyme scheme, while others do not.

Explanation:

"Song of Myself" by Walt Whitman is written in free verse, characterized by a natural, conversational rhythm that mirrors everyday speech rather than strict meter or consistent rhyme schemes.

Answer:

C. The rhythm is very similar to the rhythm of everyday speech.