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Provides information regarding the eighteenth century U.S. pronunciation through an examination of the rhymes of poet Philip Freneau. Merits of Freneau as a poet; Use of traditional rhymes by the poet; Presence of unstressed endings in the poetry of Freneau.

Focuses on various issues related to oral reading of poetry in the public schools of the U.S. Emphasis made on teaching of poetry as a vocal art; Criticism over lack of proficiency in reading poetry; Recommendations made for improving oral reading in poetry.