The word "wast roused" may seem like an unusual spelling to some, but it is actually a correct archaic form of "were aroused". The pronunciation of the word is \ˈwɑst ˈraʊzd\, with the first syllable pronounced like "wahst" and the second syllable pronounced like "rouzed". The use of archaic language can sometimes be confusing to modern readers, but it is important to understand the historical context and meanings of these words in order to fully appreciate literary works from different periods.