In The Raven, what is most likely the author’s reason for putting the poem into stanzas of five octameter lines, each ending with a short and flat statement? a)

The author wants to create a lively, comic atmosphere.

b)

The author wants to build an ominous mood through repetition.

c)

The author puts pauses after the stanzas create confusion.

d)

The poet wants to make the confrontation with the raven peaceful.