Question

how does the rhythm of iambic pentameter contribute to the meaning of shakespeares \sonnet 100\? select two options
the stresses highlight important words and concepts
the stressed syllables impart an impression of anger
the irregular rhythm emphasizes unpleasant meanings.
the regular rhythm intensifies the emotional impact
the singsong cadence adds to the sarcasm in the words.

Explanation:

Iambic pentameter has a regular rhythm (five iambs per line, where an iamb is an unstressed - stressed syllable pair). The regular rhythm helps in intensifying the emotional impact as it creates a flow that can build up emotions. Also, the stresses (on the second syllable of each iamb) highlight important words and concepts. For example, in Shakespeare's sonnets, key ideas are often placed on the stressed syllables. The iambic pentameter is a regular rhythm, so options about irregular rhythm are incorrect. There is no inherent anger in iambic pentameter, and a singsong cadence (which might be more associated with a different meter like trochaic tetrameter in some cases) is not a characteristic of iambic pentameter used to add sarcasm in the way described here.

Answer:

The stresses highlight important words and concepts; The regular rhythm intensifies the emotional impact.