Odyssey Vocabulary and Epic Hero Traits

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Original model or pattern

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Archetype

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A long narrative poem about the deeds of gods or heroes

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Epic

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Struggle between opposing forces

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Conflict

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Descriptive term for a character

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epithet

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Central idea in a text

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Theme

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Character vs. character conflict

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External

Front

Character vs. Nature conflict

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external

Front

Character vs. self conflict

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internal

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Meaning of 'assuage'

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to make easier; to quiet; to calm

Front

Lithe on the balance beam

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Bending easily; limber