5.00 5.01 Epic Hero Quiz

An epic is a long narrative, either in poem or story form, that tells the story of heroic deeds that reflect a culture's values and beliefs.

• True

• False

Themes revealed in epic poems are typically universal and deal with topics that are timeless.

• True

• False

The setting for most epic poems is limited and only includes the protagonist's hometown.

• True

• False

Epic poems typically follow strict and formal structures, with a defined set of rules for meter and rhyme.

• True

• False

Which of the following is not a characteristic of an epic hero?

• They embark on a hero's journey

• They are faced with a number of obstacles

• They do not consider others when taking action

• They are humble and offer help with no expectation of a reward

Epic poetry often uses plain language that is simplistic and ordinary.

• True

• False

The protagonist in an epic poem is typically an unremarkable person with limited capabilities.

• True

• False

Which of the following is not a characteristic of an epic hero?

• They battle human villains with no special traits

• They are legends in their cultural and are familiar to readers

• They have a unique birth or are descended from the gods

• They possess special powers and abilities that assist them