What type of poem is 'The Tale of Custard the Dragon' considered to be?

Ode

Ballad

Sonnet

Haiku

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B. Ballad

The correct answer is 'Ballad'. A ballad narrates a story, often in a musical rhythm, which fits the style of this poem.

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