Question

3 multiple answer 3 points which of these are characteristics of the form of literature known as the epic? (choose all that apply.) it was written using the common language it was passed from generation to generation by word of mouth the hero represents cultural ideals it is a long narrative poem

Explanation:

• "it was written using the common language": Epics in ancient times were often in formal, elevated language (like Homeric Greek), not common language, so this is incorrect.
• "it was passed from generation to generation by word of mouth": Many epics (like Beowulf, The Iliad) were oral traditions before being written, so this is a characteristic.
• "the hero represents cultural ideals": Epic heroes (e.g., Odysseus, Achilles) embody the values and ideals of their culture, so this is a characteristic.
• "it is a long narrative poem": Epics are defined as long narrative poems, so this is a characteristic.

Answer:

B. it was passed from generation to generation by word of mouth
C. the hero represents cultural ideals
D. it is a long narrative poem