This means that the first and third lines of each stanza rhyme, as do the second and fourth lines. The rhyme scheme is consistent throughout the entire poem, creating a rhythmic and musical effect.
Here's a breakdown of the first stanza to illustrate:
* Line 1: "The palanquin bearers**"
* Line 2: "Swing with a measured beat,"
* Line 3: "Beneath the balmy night,"
* Line 4: "Their sturdy feet keep time to the street."
Notice how "palanquin" rhymes with "balmy" and "swing" rhymes with "night." This pattern continues throughout the poem.