Characteristics Of An Epic And Epic Heroes Flashcards

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1
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A vast what?

A

Setting

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Actions that consist of what?

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Deeds of great valor or those requiring superhuman courage or strength

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What kind of forces

A

Supernatural

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Elevated style

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Figurative language, imagery, etc.

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A what kind of narrator

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Relatively objective or one that doesn’t really get personally involved

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What kind of hero

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One of imposing stature, broad importance, and/or legendary status

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Epic heroes often have what kind of origin?

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Obscure or mysterious

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Epic heroes are often called upon to do what?

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Make a journey or to follow a goal or quest

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Epic heroes are often beset with what

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Dangers, loneliness, or temptations

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What epic heroes usually seek is what?

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No more than a symbol of what they really find

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Are usually which gender?

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Male

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