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1
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how many lines and syllables

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14 lines, 10 syllables in a line

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iambic rhythm

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like a heartbeat
2 syllables
first syllable soft, second one heavy
Shakespeare used 5 iambic beats in each line

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(penta) (meter)

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five, feet or steps

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