8
QuizMultiple Choice

The Odyssey and Epic Poetry: An Introduction, Part 1

Question 8 • Online ELA 9 - A

Which elements are best known for helping performers memorize an epic poem?

Answer
A
supernatural elements and poetic language
B
detailed descriptions and informal language
C
rhyme, rhythm, and repetition of certain words
D
elevated language and lists of historical events

Explanation

Rhyme, rhythm, and repeated words create patterns that make lines easier to remember and recite. These features are especially useful in an epic poem, which was often performed aloud. The correct choice is “rhyme, rhythm, and repetition of certain words.”

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