Epic Poetry: Elements and Characteristics

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Characteristic of epic poetry?

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Involvement of supernatural forces

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In epic poetry, the hero is usually ____.

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a noble character

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Epic poetry is traditionally ____.

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recited orally.

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Which of the following is NOT a typical feature of epic poetry?

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Everyday life

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Epic poetry often features ____.

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historical events

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What is an epic?

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A long narrative poem

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Which of the following is an example of an epic? Shakespeare's 'Hamlet', Homer's 'Odyssey', J.K. Rowling's 'Harry Potter', George Orwell's '1984'

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Homer's 'Odyssey'

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What is the main role of the epic hero in a story?

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Main character

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An epic hero often embodies ________ values.

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Cultural

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Which of the following is an example of an epic hero? A) Odysseus B) Hamlet C) Sherlock Holmes D) Robin Hood.

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Odysseus