Explanation:
The poet has followed the rhyming scheme abcbdd in all the stanzas except the second one. So the last one on your list.
1. To Reduce (E). Make less; decrease.
2. Exorbitant (D). Much more than reasonable.
3. To cull (B). To collect something from different places.
4. Showcase (A).Good qualities of someone or something.
5. To eliminate (C).To get rid of something that is not wanted or needed.
Answer:
Patriotic songs have increased our morale in times of crisis, strengthened our resolve in eras of uncertainty, and rekindled pride in who we are, including what we represent, as a great nation.
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