Read: 'Mudam-se os tempos, mudam-se as vontades, / Muda-se o ser, muda-se a confiança'. Which device and which theme are most evident?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Repetition of the verb 'mudar' at the start of each clause
- Step 1: The verb 'mudar' (to change) is repeated at the start of each clause. Step 2. The repetition reinforces the theme that times, wishes, being and trust all change. Answer: Repetition of 'mudar' and the theme of change. Why not the others: The other options name devices and themes that do not appear in the lines.
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