In this passage from stephen e. lucas's essay "the stylistic artistry of the declaration of independence," what is the meaning of the word "alliteration"? " it is worth noting, as well, that this is the only part of the declaration to employ much alliteration: 'british brethren,' 'time to time,' 'call many kindred,' 'which would,' 'connections and correspondence'." a. the repetition of the same or similar vowel sounds in stressed syllables. b. the repetition of the same stressed vowel sounds in two or more words. c. the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words. d. the repetition of consonant sounds within or at the end of words.