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...story. This convention is known? In epic poetry, the poet often begins by asking for assistance in telling the story. This convention is known as the
A. Homeric simile.
B. quest structure.
C. exposition.
D. invocation.

One of the things that the Greeks regarded as MOST offensive to the gods was
A. enslaving women.
B. mistreating guests.
C. sacking and burning cities.
D. wearing sandals indoors.

To Homer and his listeners, the stories that we call myths PRIMARILY expressed
A. sound morals that everyone agreed with.
B. the fundamental values of Greek society.
C. the ways that gods disguised themselves on earth.
D. how men are influenced by the spiritual realm.

Each of the following is a trait of an epic EXCEPT
A. the hero is glorified and celebrated at the end of the journey.
B. it tells of a wide-ranging journey.
C. supernatural forces intervene during the journey.
D. it is told in chronological order.

Each of the following is a trait of an epic hero EXCEPT
A. performing brave deeds.
B. fighting alone.
C. showing superhuman strength, intelligence or courage.
D. displaying weaknesses like all humans do