Epic Poetry Flashcard

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What is an epic poem primarily focused on? Options: The daily life of common people, The deeds and adventures of a hero, The natural world, Religious rituals

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The deeds and adventures of a hero

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of epic poetry? Invocation to the muse, Supernatural elements, Elevated language

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Focus on mundane events

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Who is the author of the Iliad and the Odyssey?

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Homer

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What is the significance of the oral tradition in epic poetry?

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It enables the poem to evolve over time.

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Which of the following is an example of an epic poem from ancient India? Options: The Iliad, The Odyssey, The Mahabharata, Beowulf

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The Mahabharata

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What role do epic heroes typically play in their narratives?

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They often face supernatural challenges.

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What literary device is commonly used in epic poetry to aid memorization? Options: Metaphor, Repetition, Foreshadowing, Irony

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Repetition

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What is a common theme found in epic poetry? Options: The triviality of life, The importance of heroism, The insignificance of fate, The simplicity of human emotions

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The importance of heroism

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In which style are epic poems typically written? Options: Casual and conversational, Elevated and formal, Simple and straightforward, Technical and scientific

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Elevated and formal

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What is the purpose of the invocation to the muse in epic poetry?

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To ask for divine inspiration