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12 Cards in this Set
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Mythology |
A traditional story usually concerning some superhuman being or unlikely event that was once widely believed to be true. |
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Epic |
A long narrative poem about the adventures of a hero whose actions reflect the ideals and values of a nation or race. Epic address concerns, such as good and evil, life and death, sin and |
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Epic Hero |
A larger-than-life figure who embodies the ideals of a nation or race. They often take part in dangerous adventures and accomplish great deeds. |
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Simile |
A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two things using like or as. |
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Epic Simile |
A long, elaborate comparison that often continues for a number of lines. |
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Invocation |
The prayer to the muse |
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Muse |
Each of nine goddesses, the daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne, who preside over the arts and sciences. |
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Immortal |
Living forever, not being able to die |
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Mortal |
A person or thing that is subject to death |
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Oral Tradition |
By word of mouth; spoken rather than written |
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Scop |
An English poet |
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Imagery |
Consists of descriptive words and phrases that re-create sensory experiences for the reader. Imagery usually appeals to one or more of the five senses- sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch- to help the reader imagine exactly what is being described. |
