Question

a is a metrical foot composed of two accented syllables. spondee dactyl pyrrhic

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze the definitions of each metrical foot:

• A spondee is a metrical foot with two accented (stressed) syllables.
• A dactyl is a metrical foot with one accented syllable followed by two unaccented syllables.
• A pyrrhic is a metrical foot with two unaccented syllables.

Since the question describes a metrical foot with two accented syllables, the correct term is spondee.

Answer:

A. spondee