Quick Review on Epic Poems and Heroes

An epic is--

• an account of a person's life written by another person
• a long narrative poem that tells about the adventures of a hero
• a novel that describes several generations of a family
• a literary work set in a particular historical period and based on true events

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A hero is usually a person of high social standing like a great warrior or a _____________.

• god

• mortal

• child

• leader or king

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An epic hero is a person whose qualities represent those valuable to his or her _____________________. 

• culture or society
• family and friends
• enemies and foes
• character and morals

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Epics usually include

• gods
• heroes
• supernatural incidents
• all of these. 

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The epic hero is usually

• a great leader
• of noble or divine birth
• very brave & athletic
• all of these

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What are kennings?

• metaphorical sayings.
• Biblical references.
• Body armour.
• Medieval stories.

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Definition:
The repetition of consonant sounds in the beginning of words. 

• Alliteration
• Symbol
• Assonance
• Rhythm

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which is the best example of alliteration?

• Only three girls came to the picnic.

• She wants to see that movie.

• I like popcorn, peanuts, and Pepsi when I watch movies.

• The sun was in my eyes all day and I got a headache!

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She was so pretty my eyes popped out! Is an example of which literary device?

• Onomatopia

• Simile

• Hyperbole

• Hiperbole

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Which of the following is the best example of a kenning?

• She sells seashells at the seashore.

• I was so tired, I slept for years.

• whale-rider

• Monkey see, monkey do.

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