Literary Techniques (Leaving Cert Classical Studies): Quizzes
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Why were the Odyssey's techniques designed for oral performance?
Why were the Odyssey's techniques designed for oral performance?
To help audiences understand & remember
What is dactylic hexameter?
What is dactylic hexameter?
A rhythmic pattern aiding memorisation
What does 'in medias res' mean?
What does 'in medias res' mean?
Starting in the middle of the story
Why does Homer begin with an invocation of the Muse?
Why does Homer begin with an invocation of the Muse?
Sets solemn tone & signals importance
What are epithets in the Odyssey?
What are epithets in the Odyssey?
Descriptive phrases for characters
Which epithet describes Athena?
Which epithet describes Athena?
Grey-eyed
What are Homeric similes?
What are Homeric similes?
Extended comparisons over several lines
How do extended similes help audiences?
How do extended similes help audiences?
Make epic deeds relatable to daily life
What three areas does Homer draw imagery from?
What three areas does Homer draw imagery from?
Nature, farming, and war
What does Odysseus's bow symbolise?
What does Odysseus's bow symbolise?
Rightful kingship and justice
What does the marriage bed built around a tree symbolise?
What does the marriage bed built around a tree symbolise?
Unshakeable foundation of their love
In which books does Odysseus recount his adventures to the Phaeacians?
In which books does Odysseus recount his adventures to the Phaeacians?
Books 9-12
What name does Odysseus give Polyphemus?
What name does Odysseus give Polyphemus?
Nobody