Religion Literary forms

Question 1

Myth

Answer 1

A traditional story focusing on the deeds of gods or
heroes, often in explanation of some natural
phenomenon or a symbolic story.

Question 2

List

Answer 2

An itemized series of names, words, etc., usually
recorded in a set order.

Question 3

Prophesy

Answer 3

A prediction often made under Divine influence and
direction.

Question 4

Law

Answer 4

A rule of conduct, moral principle, etc., derived
from a generally recognized concept of universal
justice.

Question 5

Sermon

Answer 5

A speech of a serious or solemn nature, a kind of
pronouncement.

Question 6

History

Answer 6

A record or account usually written in
chronological order of past events, especially
those concerning a specific subject.

Question 7

Letter

Answer 7

A Written or printed message, usually of a
personal nature or concerning a specific subject.

Question 8

Proverbs

Answer 8

Prose or poetic statements or maxims for
instruction.

Question 9

Parables

Answer 9

Short allegory or stories told to bring out a
moral or religious truth.

Question 10

Psalm

Answer 10

A sacred song or poem.