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Mythology |
A set of stories, traditions, or beliefs associated with a particular group or the history of an event, arising naturally or deliberately fostered: |
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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.
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Epic Hero |
A larger-than-life figure who embodies the ideals of a nation or race. Epic heroes take part in dangerous adventures and accomplish great deeds. |
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Epic Simile |
A long elaborate comparison that often continues for a number of lines. |
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Simile |
A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two things using the word like or as.
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Invocation |
The act of invoking or calling upon some agent for assistance, an appeal for inspiration and guidance from a Muse or deity at the beginning of a poem. |
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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 |
The ability to live forever, without dying or decaying. |
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Mortal |
A living human being, often in contrast with an undying godly deity. |
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Oral tradition |
A community's cultural and historical traditions passed down by word of mouth or example from one generation to another without written instruction. |
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Scop |
An old English bard or 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.
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