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What was one of the main purposes early humans conducted rituals in the form of poetry for?
To ensure the favor of the gods
Which technique did traveling bards use to help remember epic stories of gods and monsters?
Using sound and rhythm as mnemonic devices
What are the Elder Eddas from Scandinavian traditions an example of?
Poetic form rooted in oral tradition
Which ancient prayer celebrates spirituality and sensuality through verse and rhythm?
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How is poetry distinguished from prose when seen on a page?
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What is a key characteristic of how The Iliad, The Odyssey, and similar works were passed down before they were written?
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What is one of the mnemonic devices used by traveling bards to remember epic stories?
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Which ancient work celebrates spirituality and sensuality through verse and rhythm?
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What is a significant characteristic distinguishing poetry from prose when seen on a page?
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Which ancient tradition tells of the adventures of Norse gods and monsters?
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How were works like The Iliad, The Odyssey, and the Elder Eddas passed down before they were written?
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What literary form consists of paragraphs written in sentences?
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