234. What tone of voice should be used in reading a Simile in poetry?
The simile should be read in a lower tone than the rest of the passage.
235. What, with regard to the voice, is an important object to every speaker and reader?
The important object is to have a full, even tone of voice.
236. What key of the voice should be most diligently improved?
The natural key, or that which is used most.
237. What is meant by the natural key or pitch?
That which is peculiar to the individual, and in which he can use most easily to himself, and most agreeably to others.
238. How can the natural tone of voice be strengthened?
By reading and speaking as loud as possible, without suffering the voice to rise into a higher key.