Epics and Archetype

A character, an image, a pattern of events, or an idea that is common to the human experience is 

• an archetype
• an invocation
• a muse
• a myth

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A prayer for inspiration is called 

• a blessing
• the breath of the gods
• an invocation
• in medias res

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An epic hero is usually

• of high social status
• strong
• intelligent
• all of the above

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In media res means

• in the middle of the action
• resting action
• acted out
• full of action

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A long narrative poem is called

• an epic

• an odyssey

• an archetype

• an allusion

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A character with superhuman qualities who represents a culture's admirable ideals and values and receives help and interference from gods is

• an epic hero

• an epic simile

• an epic theme

• an epic setting

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What are instantly recognizable characters, settings, or images?

• allusions

• epics

• epic plots

• archetypes

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The cyclops is an example of the monster archetype.

• true

• false

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What does the word "archetype" mean?

• Ancient ruins
• A typical example
• A type of arch

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Old man or woman who teaches, guides or helps the hero

• Mother Figure
• Servant
• Mentor

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