The Odyssey: Background Information Review

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Type of literary work: Epic

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A poem

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NOT a characteristic of an epic?

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Based on real life events

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Originally, epics were passed down:

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by telling the story aloud (verbally)

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Archetype

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A typical example

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Role models and guides for initiates

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Mentor

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Role that announces the hero's challenge

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Herald

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Characteristics: Faithful, loyal, supportive, protective, funnier than protagonist

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Role: Ally

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Protagonist traits: champion, leader, endures pain

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Hero

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Obstacles for hero's adventure

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Threshold Guardian

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Character that brings uncertainty and tension; loyalty in question; can change roles.

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Shapeshifter