Which of the following statements best describes the poetic effect of the repetition of the phrase “A terrible beauty is born” in line 16, line 40, and line 80?
A
The repetition emphasizes the social and political turmoil following the Easter Rising.
B
The repetition stresses the new government that was “born” from the Irish rebellion.
C
The repeating line embodies both the violence and idealism of the Easter Rising, out of which a changed Ireland emerged.
D
The repeating line reflects the Irish people’s strengthening resolve for independence, implying the Easter Rising will not be the last conflict with England.
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