Question 18
Poetry: GeneralWhich of the following is characteristic of an epic poem?
- A.Short, lyrical expression of personal emotion.
- B.A lengthy narrative poem about heroic deeds, often involving divine intervention.
- C.A dramatic work performed on stage.
- D.A humorous, lighthearted narrative.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (A lengthy narrative poem about heroic deeds, often involving divine intervention.)
Explanation
An epic is a long narrative poem about a hero's great deeds, often with gods or the supernatural involved (e.g. Beowulf).