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प्रश्न
Why does Shane Koyczan begin the poem, Beethoven, with the word “Listen”?
पर्याय
To highlight the fact that Beethoven was abused.
To make the poem appealing and lend rhythm.
To add novelty to the beginning.
To align it with the theme of music.
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उत्तर
To align it with the theme of music.
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