Unit 2 Epics, Legends, Myths

Question 1

Legend

Answer 1

Traditional stories about heroes (typically knights, kings, or other persons of status) and their accomplishments that inspire and teach lessons

Question 2

Folktale

Answer 2

Traditional stories about common people or animals that teach moral lessons

Question 2

Epic

Answer 2

A long, narrative poem about a hero, his journey, and his accomplishments.

Question 2

Myth

Answer 2

Traditional stories that explain creation, nature, customs, beliefs, or that tell stories of heroic legends

Question 3

Explanatory Myth

Answer 3

Explains occurences in nature, customs, beliefs, traditions, etc.

Question 4

Creation Myth

Answer 4

Explains how the world and humans came to be; every culture has one

Question 5

Heroic Myth

Answer 5

Stories about heroes, their journeys, and their accomplishments

Question 6

Archetype

Answer 6

a model, pattern, or universally recognizable idea

Question 7

Oral Tradition

Answer 7

Passing down stories and history through generations by word of mouth

Question 8

Image Archetype

Answer 8

symbols such as water, snakes, garden, colors

Question 9

Character Archetype

Answer 9

characters such as hero, villain, love interest, prophet

Question 9

Theme Archetype

Answer 9

main ideas such as love conquers all, good triumphs over evil

Question 10

Plot Pattern Archetype

Answer 10

plot events such as celebrations, journeys, battles

Question 10

Allusion

Answer 10

a subtle or direct reference to literature, mythology, and/or history.

Question 11

Parody

Answer 11

a humorous imitation of something, often exaggerating its style or content to make fun of it.

Question 12

What is considered the oldest written story?

Answer 12

The Epic of Gilgamesh

Question 13

Culture’s myths are different because of…

Answer 13

Geographical, religious, and cultural influences

Question 14

Geographical Influences

Answer 14

Greek mythology is influenced by Mount Olympus. Because of its tremendous heights, the Ancient Greeks believed the gods lived there.

Question 15

Religious Influences

Answer 15

For example, Greek mythology tells of many gods and goddesses because the Ancient Greek were polytheistic.

Question 16

Cultural Influences

Answer 16

Hestia is the Greek goddess of the hearth, which was important to Ancient Greeks since fire provided both food and warmth.