The answer is B. foreshadowing
<span>The elements of epic poetry that are shown in this excerpt are the following:
</span><span>a difficult journey with trials
rhyme and repetition of words
important historical events
a hero showing perseverance\
These are important in order for the story to have a feeling of excitement the readers to appreciate it.</span>
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Answer: These choices emphasize the fact that Hamlet is considering taking his own life.
Explanation: In Act III, Scene I, of "The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark" by William Shakespeare, in the adaptation of this excerpt by Laurence Olivier the effect that these choices have is that <u><em>they emphasize the fact that Hamlet is considering taking his own life</em></u>. Hamlet is placed on a rock located on a cliff overlooking the sea. He looks at the sea in fear. He considers his life as a sea of troubles, and thinks of ending his life to finish with his suffering.