The Epic- the accompany The Odyssey

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Long narrative poem about a hero

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Epic poem

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Legendary figure embodying national virtues

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Epic hero

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Setting of an epic

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Large area over many nations or the earth

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Actions of characters in an epic

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Super-human courage

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Involvement in epic actions

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Supernatural forces (gods, mystical beings)

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Invoke a muse

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Pray for inspiration

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In medias res

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In the middle of things

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Use of elegant language in poetry

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Lofty style

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Objective tone in literature

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Emotional distance; focus on the story

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Helps poet remember lines

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Fixed rhythmic pattern