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Question
Why does Shane Koyczan begin the poem, Beethoven, with the word “Listen”?
Options
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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Solution
To align it with the theme of music.
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