Definitions
a spoken or written account of connected events; a story
What is a narrative?
What is an epic?
Epic Hero
What is the main character of an epic poem.
What is setting?
the writer's choice of words
a word or phrase that has the same or similar definition of another word or phrase
What is a synonym?
education and entertainment
What are the two purposes of the earliest epics?
one of nobility, high position, or historical importance
What is the type of background an epic hero generally comes from?
in an epic, this often includes supernatural beings or events and a long and dangerous journey
What is plot?
the writer's attitude toward a subject.
What is tone?
to make something more attractive by adding decorative features
the actions of a hero
What do all epics have in common?
reflect the important ideals of society
What are the types of character traits an epic hero exhibits?
in an epic, this often includes long and formal speeches
creating something or performing something without preparation
What is improvisation?
a society that has not developed the use of writing.
What is preliterate?
oral tradition
What is how the epics were passed down.
courageous, superhuman, reflect the values of the era
in an epic, this often reflects values like courage and honor and deals with main ideas like good vs. evil.
What is a scop or a bard?
a descriptive term used in place of a name
What is an epithet?
What are devices that enabled poets to recite while mentally preparing for the next lines.
his actions determine the fate of a group or nation
What effect does an epic hero have?
in an epic, this often includes formal diction and a serious tone
What is style?
a descriptive phrase or compound word that substitutes for a noun
What is a kenning?