Epic Poetry Quiz
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8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main purpose of epic poetry?
To entertain with humor
To use epic language and form to tell a story about a hero
To describe everyday life
To teach scientific concepts
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.7.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a characteristic of epic poetry?
Focus on ordinary characters
Use of sound devices and repetition
Simple language and structure
Lack of cultural values
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.7.5
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of character is typically the main character in epic poetry?
A villain with no redeeming qualities
A hero with extraordinary abilities
A common person with no special traits
A humorous sidekick
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.7.5
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Epic poetry often includes which type of themes?
Love and romance
Good vs. evil
Everyday life
Comedy and satire
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.7.5
CCSS.RL.7.10
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a common structural element of epic poetry?
Free verse
Episodic plot
Random structure
Lack of meter
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.7.5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Epic poetry may begin with an invocation to whom?
Historical figures
Muses or spiritual figures
Political leaders
Famous scientists
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of epic poetry?
Expression of cultural values
Focus on mundane tasks
Dramatic battles
Hostile characters to the hero
Tags
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.5
CCSS.RL.7.5
CCSS.RL.7.10
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