Introduction to Epics, Greek Culture, and The Odyssey Test

An original model on which something is patterned . . . examples: epic hero, star-crossed lovers, mentor.

• archetype

• foil

• epic

• external conflice

a long narrative poem about the deeds of gods or heroes

• epic hero

• epic

• archetype

• foil

struggle between opposing forces

• epithet

• foil

• conflict

• epic simile

a descriptive word or phrase that comes before or after a character's name and describes a trait of the character

• assuage

• foil

• epithet

• in medias res

Character vs. character is a type of ___________ conflict.

• external

• internal

Character vs. nature is a type of ____________ conflict.

• internal

• external

Which one is NOT one of the 8 traits of an epic hero?

• is significant and glorified

• is good at fighting dragons

• performs brave deeds

• is on a quest

Which one is NOT one of the 8 traits of the epic hero?

• possesses superhuman strength, intelligence, and/or courage

• is a strong and responsible leader

• risks death for glory or the greater good

• must be born from Zeus

Which word means opening prayer for help?

• prodigious

• invocation

• epithet

• Homeric simile

An epic hero is a strong and responsible _______.

• fighter

• leader