Under a spreading chestnut-tree
The village smithy stands;
The smith, a mighty man is he,
With large and sinewy hands;

How does the meter of these lines affect the poem?
A. The melodic rhythm creates a sense of longing.
B. The abrupt rhythm creates a sense of excitement.
C. The steady rhythm creates a sense of peace.
D. The exaggerated rhythm creates a sense of fear.