What is the function of rhyme and rhythm in the poem the cremation of sam mcgee

Rhyme and rhythm are extremely important in this poem. In terms of rhyme, the poem employs both internal and end rhyme. Internal rhyme occurs within words in a particular line of verse. End rhyme is the one that appears at the end of a line. The end rhyme of the poem follows the pattern AABB.

In terms of rhythm, the poem has seven stressed syllables per line. Both rhyme and rhythm serve a similar purpose. They add an element of consistency that makes the poem memorable. Moreover, the pattern is appealing and therefore enjoyable for the reader to read. Both elements make the story more vivid and the details more memorable.