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What term describes a character's tragic flaw in literature?
What term describes a character's tragic flaw in literature?
An epithet is a brief descriptive phrase used to characterize a person or thing.
An epithet is a brief descriptive phrase used to characterize a person or thing.
True
What is the term used for a comparison using 'like' or 'as'?
What is the term used for a comparison using 'like' or 'as'?
Simile
An example of __________ is when a character's actions lead to their own downfall.
An example of __________ is when a character's actions lead to their own downfall.
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Match the literary devices with their definitions:
Match the literary devices with their definitions:
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What literary device uses descriptive phrases to enhance a character's identity?
What literary device uses descriptive phrases to enhance a character's identity?
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Hubris is often considered a virtuous trait in epic heroes.
Hubris is often considered a virtuous trait in epic heroes.
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Identify one characteristic of an epic as defined in literature.
Identify one characteristic of an epic as defined in literature.
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In The Odyssey, Odysseus displays __________ as his hamartia.
In The Odyssey, Odysseus displays __________ as his hamartia.
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Match the following literary devices with their definitions:
Match the following literary devices with their definitions:
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Study Notes
Academic Vocabulary Terms
- Allegory: A story with hidden meaning.
- Alliteration: Repetition of initial consonant sounds.
- Analogy: Comparison to illustrate a similarity.
- Epithet: Descriptive word or phrase.
- Figurative language: Non-literal language.
- Hubris: Excessive pride.
- Oxymoron: Contradictory terms.
- Personification: Giving human qualities to non-human things.
- Anaphora: Repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses.
- Epic/Similes Metaphors: Extended comparisons.
- Euphemisms: Mild expressions for harsh topics.
- Paradox: Seemingly contradictory but true statement.
- Pun: Play on words.
- Situational Irony: Contrast between expectation and reality.
- Verbal Irony: Using words to convey the opposite of their literal meaning.
- Xenia: Greek custom of hospitality.
Homer/Epic Background Notes
- Epic: A long narrative poem about a hero.
- Meaning/Characteristics: Defining features of an epic.
- Invocation of the Muse: Addressing a muse, a source of inspiration.
- Bards: Professional storytellers.
- Fatal flaw/Hamartia: A hero's fatal flaw.
- Homeric Language: Characteristics of Homer's writing style.
- Foreshadowing: Warnings about coming events.
- Epithets: Descriptive phrases used for characters.
- Extended Similes: Elaborate comparisons.
- Dramatic Irony: Contrasting expectations with reality.
- Formulaic diction: Using traditional phrases and word choices.
- Ring Composition: Circular structure to a story.
- What is Odysseus’ “Hamartia”?: Odysseus's fatal flaw, to define it.
- Hubris: Be prepared to identify or define hubris, a term associated with Odysseus.
Additional Study Resources
- Review books 1, 2, 5, and 9 for literary devices, characters, and plot points.
- Utilize resources in the Odyssey folder for further study.
- Use annotations to aid in comprehension.
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Test your knowledge of essential literary vocabulary terms and the characteristics of epic poetry. This quiz covers definitions and examples of terms such as allegory, metaphor, and irony, as well as the unique features that define epic narratives. Challenge yourself to deepen your understanding of these important concepts.
