How does the poemâs meter affect its tone?
options:
a. the poemâs simple, plodding meter suggests how tired the speaker is.
b. the meter is like a ticking clock, expressing frustration because the cat is keeping the speaker awake.
c. the poemâs basic and reliable meter maintains a light, happy tone.
d. the meter is intricate, expressing anxiety about losing sleep.

C. The poemâs basic and reliable meter maintains a light, happy tone.

Explanation:

In poetry, the meter is a structure that defines a rhythmic sequence for the lines of the poem. In short, the meter is a pattern that, by influencing the rhythm of a verse, can set a tone for the work, which will influence the author's feelings when reading.

The basic and reliable meter of the poem maintains a light and happy tone, because I have set a pattern of little complexity, leaving the reading pleasant, easy and light.

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explanation:

being untruthful

eating too much

overstaying one's welcom

this is that correct answer.