#1
Which of the following is a characteristic of epic poetry?
Grand scope
ExplanationEpic poetry often has a grand scope, depicting heroic deeds and journeys.
#2
Who is the author of 'The Iliad'?
Homer
ExplanationHomer is the ancient Greek poet credited with composing 'The Iliad.'
#3
In epic poetry, what is the term for the opening invocation to a muse or deity?
Invocation
ExplanationThe opening invocation to a muse or deity in epic poetry is known as an invocation.
#4
Who is the author of the epic poem 'Paradise Lost'?
John Milton
ExplanationJohn Milton is the author of the epic poem 'Paradise Lost.'
#5
Which ancient civilization produced the epic poem 'The Epic of Gilgamesh'?
Mesopotamian
Explanation'The Epic of Gilgamesh' originated from the ancient Mesopotamian civilization.
#6
Which literary device is commonly used in epic poetry for storytelling?
Simile
ExplanationEpic poetry often employs similes for vivid and imaginative storytelling.
#7
What is the term for the protagonist's journey in an epic poem?
Quest
ExplanationThe protagonist's journey in an epic poem is referred to as a quest.
#8
What is an epithet in epic poetry?
A descriptive phrase used to characterize a person or thing
ExplanationAn epithet in epic poetry is a descriptive phrase used to characterize a person or thing.
#9
Which epic poem features the journey of Aeneas, a Trojan hero?
The Aeneid
Explanation'The Aeneid' tells the tale of Aeneas, a Trojan hero, and his journey.
#10
Which of the following is NOT a common theme in epic poetry?
Romantic love
ExplanationRomantic love is not a common theme in epic poetry, which often focuses on heroism and quests.
#11
Which epic poem tells the story of a warrior's journey home after the Trojan War?
The Odyssey
Explanation'The Odyssey' narrates the hero Odysseus' journey home after the Trojan War.
#12
Which epic poem is divided into twelve books, each focusing on a different part of the hero's journey?
The Odyssey
Explanation'The Odyssey' is divided into twelve books, each detailing a different part of the hero's journey.
#13
Which of the following is NOT an example of an epic simile?
Comparing a flower to a beautiful maiden
ExplanationComparing a flower to a beautiful maiden is not an example of an epic simile.