Odyssey Literary Terms

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An epic is a narrative __________

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poem

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The Odyssey begins "in media res"

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in the middle of things

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Extended comparisons for several lines

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Epic simile

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Plea to the Muse for inspiration

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Invocation

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Epic hero: great strength and courage

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Undertakes a difficult journey

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Character in conflict with main character

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antagonist

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Example of an epithet

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the faithful Penelope

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Classical Greek performer of epic poetry

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Rhapsode

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Charlie's excessive pride

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hubris

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Modern example of Greek tradition

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xenia